Keith Johnson, age 47, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016. He was born on March 5, 1969 to Bradley and Dianne Johnson. Keith is survived by his parents, Brad and Dianne Johnson; fiancée, Jessica Edlinger; sister, Kerri Johnson and nephew, Miles Peng.
Every time Keith spoke to you, he made you feel like the most important person in the world. He was generous, brilliant, silly and encouraging. Keith threw a mean party, and rarely passed up an occasion to gather those he enjoyed-- whether it be for happy hour or for Halloween. He loved good wine, fireworks, delicious food, beautiful language, backpacking, his dogs, sailing, witty jokes, amazing books, making people smile, and many others of life's great pleasures. He disliked the idea of a Donald Trump presidency, fruit in his chocolate, cheap vodka, and mornings. Keith brought joy and laughter to every person who crossed his path. He is deeply loved, and will be missed tremendously.
“The place to improve the world is first in one's own heart and head and hands, and then work outward from there.”
― Robert M. Pirsig, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values
There will be an Open House in honor of Keith on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at the home of his parents. Please join us any time from 1:00 -- 5:00 PM (1373 Wilkes Way SE, Rio Rancho) and help us toast to his love, kindness, and humor. For those so inclined, we'll also be having a Keith Johnson style party at the home he and Jessica shared on the night of Saturday, September 3 (4210 Comanche Rd NE, Albuquerque).
Memorial donations may be made to Animal Humane of NM at https://animalhumanenm.org/help-pets/donation.