Tim Johnson, age 67 of Appleton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, April 11, 2018 at an Appleton hospital. Tim was born in Neenah on October 6, 1950, son of the late Dan and Mildred (Gray) Johnson. Most will remember Tim as an area realtor who enjoyed a successful career, first working with Otto and…
Continue ReadingTim Johnson, age 67 of Appleton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, April 11, 2018 at an Appleton hospital. Tim was born in Neenah on October 6, 1950, son of the late Dan and Mildred (Gray) Johnson. Most will remember Tim as an area realtor who enjoyed a successful career, first working with Otto and Joyce Bytof, and later Coldwell Banker. Beginning in 1973 and for many years to follow, he was a valued member of the team, often leading the group in annual sales. Years ago, Otto promised him an “office for life”, a gift that Tim treasured throughout his career. In 1987, Tim joined Anthony Robbins and for almost ten years was one of Tony’s most sought after speakers, and had given presentations in nearly every major city in the country. In 1994, he returned to the Valley to be near his children and to continue his career in real estate. Upon his return, he achieved the designation of Senior Associate with Coldwell Banker, and maintained that status until his retirement.
Tim appreciated the outdoors, and if he wasn’t working on building relationships with clients, you can bet he was taking a drive or a long walk.
Survivors include two children: Lisa Johnson and Christian Johnson, both of Appleton; his cherished granddaughter: Molly; his former wife: Kathy Johnson of Appleton; seven brothers and sisters: Larry (Lynn) Johnson, Connie (Stan) Suchta, Helen Gloudemans, Chuck (Jan) Johnson, Steve (Alize) Johnson, Scott (Charlene) Johnson, and Rick (Lisa) Johnson. There are also many treasured nieces and nephews, and Tim’s dear friends: Tracy and Cami Hanold and their family. Tim was preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother Chris, a brother-in-law Ronald Gloudemans, and a great-nephew Carson.
In keeping with Tim’s wishes, a party will be held on Sunday, April 15, 2018 from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM in the Community Room at The Highlands at Mahler Park, located at 1555 Lyon Drive in Neenah. At 2:00 PM on Sunday, there will be a special tribute presentation, after which the party Tim requested will continue.
Scott Whaley
left a message on May 20, 2019:
I was a new FSR and roomate with Tim. He would help me or whoever asked for help to show how he got such amazing closing ratio. That's the kind of guy he was. He loved his frozen pizzas and chocolates from the freezer too. Good bye my friend.
helen gloudemans
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I am missing you deeply, My Tim. For those who let you into their lives, you were willing to drop everything to meet our needs. You were willing to give the shirt off your back. You freely admitted your faults....never making yourself appear better than just what you were. You were willing to be the scapegoat for others if it meant it validated their lives. Tim, I miss you profoundly!
Lisa Ripley
left a message on April 15, 2018:
You were an amazing spirit and personality, caused so much laughter at our office, had a kind and giving heart, and I adored working with you!!! You always stopped what you were doing when you saw my son and gave him animal crackers and m and ms and he thought you were the best! And I loved your one liners "This is not a brothel" or "I'm wearing my grandfathers 100 year old thongs" to name a few. Fly high Tim!! The Valley will surely miss you and so will I!
helen gloudemans
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I can't stop singing your praises, Tim. If I stop i will have to face my grief.
Tim, you were a good and faithful servant to all who allowed you in their lives.
Someone like you comes along once in a generation...Purely Authentic! A Heart of Gold! Generous to a Fault! Humble to a fault!
Well Done!
helen gloudemans
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I can't stop singing your praises, Tim. If I stop i will have to face my grief.
Tim, you were a good and faithful servant to all who allowed you in their lives.
Someone like you comes along once in a generation...Purely Authentic! A Heart of Gold! Generous to a Fault! Humble to a fault!
Well Done!
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Larry Juneau
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I was a 21 year old kid with a new real estate license when Tim hired me as a salesperson. Although I only worked for Tim a couple of years he influenced me greatly. Tim only did things one way, full throttle. I remember my first day, Tim showed me to my cubicle and a bookcase full of VHS videoes he said I should watch. Most of them were of Tim telling, showing and demonstrating the practice of selling real estate. The first tape started with how to set up your cubicle, Tims energy went up as the tape went on and ended with him yelling that there to be no books in the office and if you were not working on a listing or offer you were to make cold calls, I left the office that day and on they way to my car through away the novel I had brought along to read on my down time. There would be no down time. Bye Tim.
Steven G Johnson
left a message on April 15, 2018:
In our family, he had the biggest heart.
Love & Miss You
Alize Johnson
left a message on April 14, 2018:
O am so thankful that Tim and his sister Helen ce to see Steve several months back what a blessing that was
Alize Johnson
left a message on April 14, 2018:
O am so thankful that Tim and his sister Helen cvame to see Steve several months back what a blessing that was
nancy and jerry hickey
left a message on April 14, 2018:
Tim, you became a dear friend to us. We will miss you terribly, and will always remember your friendly smile and caring thoughts!
Cindy H
left a message on April 13, 2018:
Tim, you have had my most respect for your professional position, you have been a dear friend and mentor. Rest in peace and say hi to Willie Beckman
Shawn O'Brien
left a message on April 13, 2018:
I am so sad about the death of Tim. Sometime in 1982 we were at a meeting together, I had never seen him before. After the meeting he came over and asked me if I'd like to ride out to the airport with him. That was Tim - totally spontaneous. He became one of my closest friends. I was a single mom with two kids and he was really good to all of us. He used to leave surprises outside our door and never admit they were from him. His philosophy was if you do a good deed, you never admit to it, or it doesn't count. I had an opportunity of a date with my now husband and was very unenthused about it. He encouraged me to go. Two years later he was my "maid of honor" at our wedding. He was eccentric,( I think he's the definition of that word), very kind, thoughtful and usually, fun to be around. I'm going to miss him so much. Unfortunately I can't attend the celebration of his life because I'm in Florida. My condolences to the family, especially Christian. I know he's going to miss him terribly.
Sara
left a message on April 13, 2018:
Tim, my friend... You always were "out there" and quirky and actually one of the kindest persons I ever did meet. You taught by example and knew how to make someone feel special. One would have to sort through the insults first, but eventually we'd figure it out.... Love you my friend and will cherish the memories on the Senior Associate Trips and around the office. You were a good man! May the angels meet you and bring you home to a place you WELL DESERVE....
Mitch Lux
left a message on April 13, 2018:
I work where Tim’s son Christian lives . You were a great DAD to him. He talked very highly of you . I will make sure to take good care of him. Rest in peace
Bethie
left a message on April 13, 2018:
Tim you were one of the most honest and genuine people I have had the pleasure of knowing. You have made a strong and positive impact on my journey here on Earth. You will be missed my friend. Until then sir, rest in peace.
robin jones
left a message on April 13, 2018:
there are no words
Dave Donhoff
left a message on April 13, 2018:
I have so many awesome memories with Tim... He was on my team on my very first Anthony Robbins speaking tour in Detroit, and he taught me things beyond mention in polite society, but lifetime lessons no less! He's a cornerstone in the structure of my world. I pray peace to all who loved him who remain.
Joda
left a message on April 12, 2018:
My heartfelt sympathies to the family especially Lisa who has always been my rock. May he Rest In Peace and May you find strength to get through. You have an army of support behind you .
Cal & Damon
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Lisa, you have our deepest sympathy, he raised an amazing daughter. He surely was a fine man and father who will always be with you! Hugs!
Judy Owen
left a message on April 12, 2018:
I have many heartfelt memories of Tim and just as many that make me smile. You will be remembered and missed Tim!
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Steven M Vertz "RedBeard"
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Good bye my friend. Not only were you a great business partner that taught me many things about real estate (especially since the early days :-), you were also a great friend. I enjoyed our chats about the world and life in general as well. I will miss all your hand written notes you would always leave me, even though your hand writing was hard to read at times.
It is hard to come up with many words at this time, but I leave you with one of Tim's favorite poems below...
DREAM BIG
If there were ever a time to dare,
to make a difference,
to embark on something worth doing,
it is now.
Not for any grand cause, necessarily --
but for something that tugs at your heart
something that's your dream.
You owe it to yourself
to make your days here count.
Have fun.
Dig deep.
Stretch.
Dream big.
Know, though, that things worth doing
seldom come easy.
There will be good days.
And there will be bad days.
There will be days when you want to turn around,
pack it up,
and call it quits.
Those times tell you
that you are pushing yourself,
that you are not afraid to learn by trying.
Persist.
Because with an idea,
determination,
and the right tools,
you can do great things.
Let your instincts,
your intellect,
and your heart
guide you.
Trust.
Believe in the incredible power of the human mind.
Of doing something that makes a difference.
Of wroking hard.
Of laughing and hoping.
Of lazy afternoons.
Of lasting friends.
Of all the things that will cross your path this year.
The start of something new
brings the hope of something great.
Anything is possible.
There is only you.
And you will only pass this way once.
Do it right.
Author unknown.
Dilly
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Tim. First off, My Sincerity condense to All Family
And Friends. Your a good, Sincere Honest human being. Added an bunch more fine qualitys.
You will be missed my friend.
Untill again. Rest in peace
Bob Pedersen and Shawn O'Brien
left a message on April 12, 2018:
We will miss Tim. He was the Maid of honor at our wedding, little inside joke, and helped us with many home purchases. When Shawn was sruggling Tim left a car load of toys for her kids at Christmas, that was the kind of man he was. Bob got to know Tim because Tim's son Christian and Bob were team members at Goodwill and great friends. We love you Tim and you will be forever in our hearts.
Nancy Ullsperger
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Very sorry for your loss Lisa...thoughts and prayers to you and your famy.
Chad Van Daalwyk
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Tim will always hold a special place in my heart and will be missed by entire family.
Emily (Stichart) Jones
left a message on April 12, 2018:
So very sorry to hear of Mr. Johnson’s passing. We were neighbors and I played with his children many moons ago. Sending the entire family my condolences.
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Scott Whaley
left a message on May 20, 2019:
I was a new FSR and roomate with Tim. He would help me or whoever asked for help to show how he got such amazing closing ratio. That's the kind of guy he was. He loved his frozen pizzas and chocolates from the freezer too. Good bye my friend.
helen gloudemans
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I am missing you deeply, My Tim. For those who let you into their lives, you were willing to drop everything to meet our needs. You were willing to give the shirt off your back. You freely admitted your faults....never making yourself appear better than just what you were. You were willing to be the scapegoat for others if it meant it validated their lives. Tim, I miss you profoundly!
Lisa Ripley
left a message on April 15, 2018:
You were an amazing spirit and personality, caused so much laughter at our office, had a kind and giving heart, and I adored working with you!!! You always stopped what you were doing when you saw my son and gave him animal crackers and m and ms and he thought you were the best! And I loved your one liners "This is not a brothel" or "I'm wearing my grandfathers 100 year old thongs" to name a few. Fly high Tim!! The Valley will surely miss you and so will I!
helen gloudemans
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I can't stop singing your praises, Tim. If I stop i will have to face my grief.
Tim, you were a good and faithful servant to all who allowed you in their lives.
Someone like you comes along once in a generation...Purely Authentic! A Heart of Gold! Generous to a Fault! Humble to a fault!
Well Done!
helen gloudemans
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I can't stop singing your praises, Tim. If I stop i will have to face my grief.
Tim, you were a good and faithful servant to all who allowed you in their lives.
Someone like you comes along once in a generation...Purely Authentic! A Heart of Gold! Generous to a Fault! Humble to a fault!
Well Done!
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Larry Juneau
left a message on April 15, 2018:
I was a 21 year old kid with a new real estate license when Tim hired me as a salesperson. Although I only worked for Tim a couple of years he influenced me greatly. Tim only did things one way, full throttle. I remember my first day, Tim showed me to my cubicle and a bookcase full of VHS videoes he said I should watch. Most of them were of Tim telling, showing and demonstrating the practice of selling real estate. The first tape started with how to set up your cubicle, Tims energy went up as the tape went on and ended with him yelling that there to be no books in the office and if you were not working on a listing or offer you were to make cold calls, I left the office that day and on they way to my car through away the novel I had brought along to read on my down time. There would be no down time. Bye Tim.
Steven G Johnson
left a message on April 15, 2018:
In our family, he had the biggest heart.
Love & Miss You
Alize Johnson
left a message on April 14, 2018:
O am so thankful that Tim and his sister Helen ce to see Steve several months back what a blessing that was
Alize Johnson
left a message on April 14, 2018:
O am so thankful that Tim and his sister Helen cvame to see Steve several months back what a blessing that was
nancy and jerry hickey
left a message on April 14, 2018:
Tim, you became a dear friend to us. We will miss you terribly, and will always remember your friendly smile and caring thoughts!
Cindy H
left a message on April 13, 2018:
Tim, you have had my most respect for your professional position, you have been a dear friend and mentor. Rest in peace and say hi to Willie Beckman
Shawn O'Brien
left a message on April 13, 2018:
I am so sad about the death of Tim. Sometime in 1982 we were at a meeting together, I had never seen him before. After the meeting he came over and asked me if I'd like to ride out to the airport with him. That was Tim - totally spontaneous. He became one of my closest friends. I was a single mom with two kids and he was really good to all of us. He used to leave surprises outside our door and never admit they were from him. His philosophy was if you do a good deed, you never admit to it, or it doesn't count. I had an opportunity of a date with my now husband and was very unenthused about it. He encouraged me to go. Two years later he was my "maid of honor" at our wedding. He was eccentric,( I think he's the definition of that word), very kind, thoughtful and usually, fun to be around. I'm going to miss him so much. Unfortunately I can't attend the celebration of his life because I'm in Florida. My condolences to the family, especially Christian. I know he's going to miss him terribly.
Sara
left a message on April 13, 2018:
Tim, my friend... You always were "out there" and quirky and actually one of the kindest persons I ever did meet. You taught by example and knew how to make someone feel special. One would have to sort through the insults first, but eventually we'd figure it out.... Love you my friend and will cherish the memories on the Senior Associate Trips and around the office. You were a good man! May the angels meet you and bring you home to a place you WELL DESERVE....
Mitch Lux
left a message on April 13, 2018:
I work where Tim’s son Christian lives . You were a great DAD to him. He talked very highly of you . I will make sure to take good care of him. Rest in peace
Bethie
left a message on April 13, 2018:
Tim you were one of the most honest and genuine people I have had the pleasure of knowing. You have made a strong and positive impact on my journey here on Earth. You will be missed my friend. Until then sir, rest in peace.
robin jones
left a message on April 13, 2018:
there are no words
Dave Donhoff
left a message on April 13, 2018:
I have so many awesome memories with Tim... He was on my team on my very first Anthony Robbins speaking tour in Detroit, and he taught me things beyond mention in polite society, but lifetime lessons no less! He's a cornerstone in the structure of my world. I pray peace to all who loved him who remain.
Joda
left a message on April 12, 2018:
My heartfelt sympathies to the family especially Lisa who has always been my rock. May he Rest In Peace and May you find strength to get through. You have an army of support behind you .
Cal & Damon
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Lisa, you have our deepest sympathy, he raised an amazing daughter. He surely was a fine man and father who will always be with you! Hugs!
Judy Owen
left a message on April 12, 2018:
I have many heartfelt memories of Tim and just as many that make me smile. You will be remembered and missed Tim!
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Steven M Vertz "RedBeard"
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Good bye my friend. Not only were you a great business partner that taught me many things about real estate (especially since the early days :-), you were also a great friend. I enjoyed our chats about the world and life in general as well. I will miss all your hand written notes you would always leave me, even though your hand writing was hard to read at times.
It is hard to come up with many words at this time, but I leave you with one of Tim's favorite poems below...
DREAM BIG
If there were ever a time to dare,
to make a difference,
to embark on something worth doing,
it is now.
Not for any grand cause, necessarily --
but for something that tugs at your heart
something that's your dream.
You owe it to yourself
to make your days here count.
Have fun.
Dig deep.
Stretch.
Dream big.
Know, though, that things worth doing
seldom come easy.
There will be good days.
And there will be bad days.
There will be days when you want to turn around,
pack it up,
and call it quits.
Those times tell you
that you are pushing yourself,
that you are not afraid to learn by trying.
Persist.
Because with an idea,
determination,
and the right tools,
you can do great things.
Let your instincts,
your intellect,
and your heart
guide you.
Trust.
Believe in the incredible power of the human mind.
Of doing something that makes a difference.
Of wroking hard.
Of laughing and hoping.
Of lazy afternoons.
Of lasting friends.
Of all the things that will cross your path this year.
The start of something new
brings the hope of something great.
Anything is possible.
There is only you.
And you will only pass this way once.
Do it right.
Author unknown.
Dilly
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Tim. First off, My Sincerity condense to All Family
And Friends. Your a good, Sincere Honest human being. Added an bunch more fine qualitys.
You will be missed my friend.
Untill again. Rest in peace
Bob Pedersen and Shawn O'Brien
left a message on April 12, 2018:
We will miss Tim. He was the Maid of honor at our wedding, little inside joke, and helped us with many home purchases. When Shawn was sruggling Tim left a car load of toys for her kids at Christmas, that was the kind of man he was. Bob got to know Tim because Tim's son Christian and Bob were team members at Goodwill and great friends. We love you Tim and you will be forever in our hearts.
Nancy Ullsperger
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Very sorry for your loss Lisa...thoughts and prayers to you and your famy.
Chad Van Daalwyk
left a message on April 12, 2018:
Tim will always hold a special place in my heart and will be missed by entire family.
Emily (Stichart) Jones
left a message on April 12, 2018:
So very sorry to hear of Mr. Johnson’s passing. We were neighbors and I played with his children many moons ago. Sending the entire family my condolences.
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