South Ryegate, VT George Robert Bob Johnson, 88, of Pinehurst Street, died on April 20, 2012 at his home following a period of failing health. He was born January 24, 1924 in Williamsport, PA, a son of George Robert and Albertina Ruth (Kidder) Johnson. At the age of 16, Bob enlisted in the US Army and served with the 47th AAA Brigade in Germany, France, Britain, Iceland and Holland attaining the rank of Corporal. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He married the former Irene Normand in Wells River, VT, on September 21, 1947. Bob worked as a stone cutter for the various granite sheds in South Ryegate and retired from Gandin Bros. Bob was a member and Past Master of Pulaski Lodge #58 F&AM and was a member and Past Patron of the Corinthian Chapter #42 OES of Wells River. He was also a member of Haverhill Memorial Post #5245 of the VFW and of the South Ryegate United Presbyterian Church. Bob was predeceased by two sisters, Ruth Jobin and Gertrude Christopher. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Irene Johnson of South Ryegate; three daughters, Linda Libuda and husband Gerald of Burlington, VT, Janis Conger and husband William of Paso Robles, CA, and Kim Morrison and husband Alan of Little River, SC; two grandchildren, Christopher Cassady and wife Stephanie and Jessica Nash and husband Darren, all of California; three great grandchildren, Colin Cassady, Taylor Cassady, and Cassandra Nash, also of California; a sister-in-law, Judie Bennett of Punta Gorda, FL; and many nieces and nephews. Following Bob s wishes, there will be no public services. A private family service will be held at a future date at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one s choice.