Obituary of Peder Johansen

Peder Kristian Johansen of Camrose passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at the age of 86 years. Peder Kristian Johansen was born on March 2, 1930 in Filskov, Denmark. He was the third oldest of seven children. Peder married Gudrun Marie Andersen on August 6, 1955. After the loss of their stillborn daughter, they had their second child Aase Marie. They immigrated to Canada on March 26, 1960. Peder worked on a variety of dairy farms, during this time, they had their third child John Erling. Two years later they welcomed their fourth child Dennis Gordon. Times were very hard for the young Johansen family as Peder had serious unexpected health issues and financial burdens. In 1966 the family settled on the Jespersen farm. Peder quickly earned the respect of the Jespersen family and became an integral part of the dairy operation. During this time they welcomed their fifth child George Edward. In 1967 Peder, Marie and Aase were very proud to become Canadian citizens. Over the next eight years, life flourished for the family, many life long bonds and friendships were made at this time. After leaving the Jespersen farm, Peder wished to purchase his own farm, but things did not work out. Opportunity arose in Camrose for Peder to work at the NADP and also to purchase their family home. Working a nine to five job Peder found he had spare time which led to many hobbies such as wood working and gardening, with particular attention to the apple trees. Peder and Marie enjoyed doing everything together such as dancing, fishing, and taking their grandchildren camping in "Old Betsy" every summer. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Gudrun "Marie" Johansen; children Aase (Vern) Andres of Barrhead, John (Ina) Johansen of Clyde, Dennis (Pat) Johansen of Barrhead, and George (Wanda) Johansen of Thorhill; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother Hans (Inger) Johansen of Denmark; and sister Karen (Knud) Jakobsen of Denmark; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews in Canada and Denmark. Peder was predeceased by his stillborn daughter in 1957; parents Johannas and Kirstine; infant sister Petra; sister Johanne Elstrom; and brothers Henrick and Poul. Peder will be missed by family and friends but they are assured he is at peace now. A Funeral Service was held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from Scandia Lutheran Church with Rev. Charlotte Strecker-Baseler officiating. Inurnment took place in the Scandia Cemetery. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Louise Jensen Care Facility.