View a eulogy for Richard Damon Johnson, USMA '55, who passed away on August 11, 1965.
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Richard Damon Johnson
West Point, 1955
Be Thou At Peace
Posted by James E. Drummond on May 6, 1999:
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Richie's early death was a great loss to our class. He spent his first three years in E-1, the company next to ours and his first class year on the 2nd Battalion Staff. Richie was one of the most universally liked and respected members of the class ... the All-American Boy with a big grin, a smile and a friendly word to everyone. Richie was also one of the most versatile and talented athletes in our class. He carried himself with the grace and fluid moves of a natural athlete. Name the game, and he could compete at Corps Squad level. My memory says he was the leading scorer on a Soccer team full of talented players such as Willie Wix, Scottie Adams, and Woodie Black. He also played plebe basketball and baseball. We'll carry fond memories of Richie through all our days. |
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