Raymond J Johnson

Raymond J. Johnson Jr., 82, of Cream Ridge, NJ passed away on May 16th, 2026 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. Ray was born on February 27th, 1944 to the late Raymond and Mary Johnson in Lawrence Twp, NJ. Raised steps from St. Ann’s church, which his maternal grandparents, the Pillas, helped establish, as a child he enjoyed days in the woods with his favorite Collie dogs hunting for squirrels and exploring. He attended and graduated from Notre Dame Highschool, Class of 62, and went on to enlist in the US Airforce. A Vietnam veteran, he travelled throughout the world with the Airforce and while stationed in Okinawa specialized in airplane maintenance and electrical work. Following his time in the military he returned home where he met his late wife Diane Johnson and was happily married for over 40 years. He went on to build a lifelong career at Bell Atlantic witnessing the telephone industry evolve over decades. A devoted father to his three children, he dedicated his life to his family providing love, guidance, and support whether it be coaching a sports team, building a pinewood derby car, or driving to the beach to collect salt water for a school science fair project. He enjoyed cycling, football, days at the shore, jazz music, embracing new technologies, and spending time with family and friends. He spent his last few years surrounded by family in Colorado and Arizona enjoying mountain walks and time with his grandchildren.

Ray is survived by his children Shawn, Nicole, and Brian and seven beloved grandchildren. Ray’s legacy is one of integrity, resilience, and devotion to his family.

Family and friends are invited to honor and celebrate Rays’s life during the Funeral Mass, which will be held on Saturday July 18th at 11 am, at St. John’s the Baptist Roman Catholic Church located at 1282 Yardville-Allentown Road Allentown, NJ 08501.

Interment will follow the Mass at St John’s Cemetery, Allentown, NJ, where Raymond will be laid to rest. A reception will follow at the church.