JOHANSON, Helmut

It is with deep sadness the family announces the passing of Helmut John Johanson on Tuesday January 31^st, 2023 at the age of 92. Helmut died peacefully at home with is daughter Judy by his side. Helmut was predeceased by his wife Jackie (March 1995) and his son Fred (July 2008). Helmut is survived by his daughter Judy McKnight(Andy) who he depended solely on, his son David(Bonnie) from Edmonton Alberta, his greatest joy for a grandson Andrew Helmut McKnight(Kim) and two great grandchildren Brady and Lucas from Wyevale Ontario.

Helmut came to Canada from Latvia in 1949. He worked 45 years at Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, until retirement in 1994. He loved spending time at his cottage on Round Lake, enjoying the company that dropped in, fishing and mostly just sitting in the sun to get his tan.

A big thank you to the PSW’s who took care of Helmut in the mornings.

As per Helmut’s wishes, there will be no service held. Cremation has taken place. He will be buried with his beloved Jackie at a later date.

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Judy and family

So sorry to hear of your dads passing…our thoughts and prayers are with you..

Colin and Gerri Hudson, le 2 février 2023

Judy and Andy

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences during this difficult time…I have know your dad since the Macassa days and how he took me under his wing during my supervision years there…will always remember his sense of humour and his generosity and may he rest in peace while catching the big one…. RIP Helmut

Joseph Wojtus, le 2 février 2023

Judy and Family

We are thinking of you at this very difficult time.

Richard and Cathy Le Clerc , le 2 février 2023

Judy, Andy and family

I was shocked to find out you lost your dad. I guess I just figured he’d last forever. He just seemed to be so strong and always smiling. I’m glad you had great times with him. Know that I’m thinking of you. Wishing a peaceful healing journey for you all.

Lorraine and Brian Montague, le 2 février 2023

Judy and Family

What a great guy Helmut was! When I was a little younger… and trying to be drift miner… he was my shift boss, checked on me and my partner underground… he’d say, keep trying.. someday you’ll be able to break a round right to the ‘nuts’ … then we sit down and enjoy a smoke break.. then he’d get up and say ‘other kids to see’…
Really respected this man as so many did and do!
Condolences to the family… RIP Helmut! Thanks for the push!

Jim Naylor, le 2 février 2023

Judy , Andy and family

Condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dad, Judy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of great sorrow.

Shirley and Chester Jobson, le 2 février 2023

Judy and Family

We are sorry to hear of the loss of your father, and wish to send our condolences at this sad time. Helmut always had a smile and a great sense of humour.
In the early days at goodfish lake in the old cabin or at the house he always welcomed us to watch playoff hockey in the rec room.
The best story was his fishing the imaginary line on round lake.
When before the judge, the words spoken were "You have an honest face Mr. Johanson" case dismissed.

Rest in peace Helmut

Blaine and Kathy Vernon, le 3 février 2023

Judy and families

So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. RIP Helmut.

Sid and Yvonne Menard , le 3 février 2023

Judy and Helmut's entire family.

Dear Judy I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing and my heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time. You were such a dedicated daughter to your father and you know he appreciated every minute of it. Please stay strong and riminess on all the wonderful times you shared at the cottage. RIP Helmut

gloria semple, le 3 février 2023

Helmut's Family

When I first started at Macassa in 1985 Helmut was my first shifter, always a smile, always something nice to say and always a gentlemen! May he R.I.P.

Cliff McGill, le 3 février 2023

Judy, Andy, Andrew & Family

Sending you our sincere condolences . He is now back with the love of his life & his son
Rest Easy Mr Johanson

Julie Foss, le 4 février 2023

Judy and family

Sorry to hear of your dads passing. It was always a joy to see him sitting outside on his front deck enjoying the sun. In the summer it was a guarantee he would be there and it became a little piece of our neighborhood since moving to our home.

Crawford Family , le 6 février 2023

Judy and family

Condolences to you all. Will miss seeing him out on front porch . Sorry for your loss.

Lorrie Brough, le 12 février 2023

Judy and Andy

Our deepest condolences Judy on the passing of your father. You are in our thoughts. ❤️

Brian and Leigh Fraser, le 15 février 2023

Andy and judy,

im very sorry to hear of your dads passing, my sincerest condolences go out to you and the family, im sure winston will miss his treats may your dad rest in peace with your beautiful mother hugs and prayers

pat gignac, le 15 février 2023

Helmut's Family

I first met Helmut in 1983 working at the Macassa Mine. One time there was a power failure in the mine and i was trapped in the cage with Helmut, Herman the German, and a couple of Geologists.
We climbed out of the roof of the cage and walked the wooden steps up the shaft to the surface.Helmut kept us all calm.What a strong man he was.Rest in peace.
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Brian, le 1 mars 2023

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