Lee Johnson
Lee Johnson was born at Solomon May 24, 1901, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill
Johnson. They moved to Diamond Springs before coming to Woodbine in 1911. He
attended grade school and was active in sports, a member of a winning track
team.
He married Viola Dombrowski September 4, 1923. They had two sons, Bill
and his wife Lorie who live in Derby, Kansas and Elmer who lives in Fort
Worth, Texas. Bill has two children, Wayne and Kim, and Elmer has three sons
Troy, Todd, and Tim. Bill served in the Air Force 21 years. Elmer is working
for General Dynamics.
Lee and Viola's home at one time was a hotel in the town site of Woodbine
and was moved to their farm just south of town. Lee farmed until he became
affiliated with the Upland Insurance Company where he was an adjuster until he
retired.
Lee served many years on the Liberty Township Board and also the Woodbine
School Board.
Lee passed away January 19, 1983. Viola now lives in Herington.
Source: Woodbine, Kansas Centennial, 1887 - 1987,
Woodbine through the years pg. 90
Submitted by Viola Johnson