Robert Wayne Johnson
Robert Wayne Johnson , Age 82
Robert Wayne Johnson, age 82, of Baraboo passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Ida Johnson of Baraboo. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy (Green); brothers, Jerry (Carol) Johnson of Eagle River and David (Zonda) Johnson of Zionsville, IN; one sister, Lynda (Steve) Stegmeier of Longmont, CO; one son, Andrew (Lisa) Johnson of Baraboo; granddaughters, Lindsay (Ryan) Gehin of Marshfield and Alexis (Logan) Hurda of Milwaukee, along with one great-granddaughter, Evelyn and additional extended family.
He grew up with interests in reading, sports, traveling across the country, playing recorder and politics. He was a graduate of Baraboo High School, in 1961. Then he attended the University of WI-Madison, where he achieved his master’s degrees in Sociology and Criminology. He taught at several colleges across the Midwest before settling down in his hometown where he spent his summers enjoying the beauty of Devil’s Lake State Park and winters in the library or local bookstore.
A Celebration of Life is being planned amongst close friends and family as per his previously expressed wishes.
Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Condolences
Tina and Mike Denker October 27, 2025
Neighbors Baraboo , Wisconsin
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He will be missed by our family. The grandkids always enjoyed visiting and when he was walking, they loved to roll the windows in the car and yell "Hi Bob!". He loved conversation with anyone that was willing to participate and loved playing his recorder. May he rest in peace
Bill and Phyllis Schwartz October 27, 2025
Friends Reedsburg , Wisconsin
Nancy and family. You have our deepest sympathy. May God be with you during this difficult time. Bill and Phyllis
David VonBehren October 27, 2025
Friend DeForest , Wisconsin
My condolences on the loss of your dad. I had bob as my crime and criminology professor and I enjoyed every day of class.
KEITH HAUGEN October 27, 2025
Friend of the family Schaumburg , Illinois
Condolences to the family. I have been good friends with A.J. for decades and the stories he told about his dad indicates the kind of man he was and how much he was loved.
Dennis Schulte October 27, 2025
Friend Reedsburg , Wisconsin
Nancy, Andy and family of Robert, I pray you find strength as you face the loss. of your husband, father and Grand father. .
Sharon Madland October 28, 2025
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Nancy, Andy, Lisa and the whole family, I'm so sad to to see Bob passed away, my sympathy is with you all.
Keri Olson & Larry McCoy October 28, 2025
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dear Nancy, Andy, Lisa, Lynda and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Bob was such a fascinating man, an interesting conversationalist and an amazing, well-read intellect. We will miss our times with him. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Wishing you peace.
Shelly, & Jarod Schyvinch October 28, 2025
Friends Reedsburg , Wisconsin
Nancy & family, we will stand in prayer with you for comfort & peace as the days go by. There are no words to express our sympathy.