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Gaylord Merlin "Pops" Johnson

February 26, 1927 — June 27, 2025

Denham Springs

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Gaylord Merlin "Pops" Johnson, born in Milwaukee, WI on February 26, 1927, and resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away surrounded by his family on June 27, 2025, at the age of 98. Pops proudly served his country during World War II and was a Navy veteran. He worked as a mechanical engineer at Wink Engineering for many years and was a member of Louisiana Engineering Society (LES). He is survived by numerous family members and preceded in death by his wife, parents, and other family members. A veteran's graveside service will be held on a Louisiana National Cemetery (303 W Mt Pleasant Zachary Rd, Zachary, LA 70791) on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 11am to honor his memory.

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