View a eulogy for Christopher Branden Johnson, USMA '98, who passed away on October 16, 2004.
Christopher Branden Johnson
West Point, 1998
Be Thou At Peace
Posted by John Scudder on October 16, 2005:
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My heartfelt condolences go out to the family of Christopher Johnson on the anniversary of his death. I taught Chris PL 300 (Military Leadership) when he was a junior at West Point. He was an outstanding student - he performed magnificiently in my class and motivated all around him. He had an impact on me. Knowing I had three boys at the time (my oldest was 1st grade; my youngest born at West Point), he told me the greatest gift I could give my children was to encourage them to be Eagle Scouts. I never forgot his advice. Today, 8 years later, my oldest boy is an Eagle and my middle son is a star with 18 merit badges. Chris gave this gift to my family. I only recently found out about Chris's death. It pained me that such a fine young man could pass on so young. However, knowing Chris and his dedication to Duty, Honor, Country, I know his spirit remains with America, West Point, and his beloved Family. I hope and pray my three boys will grow to be like you - honest, courageous, dedicated. God Bless you my friend. |
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