Funeral Plans

Here are Dad's final funeral plans. Allen Cranney Mortuary in North Logan, will be handling the funeral services. A Sunday evening viewing will be held from 6pm to 8pm at the Allen Cranney Mortuary (420 E 1800 N, North Logan). The funeral service will take place at the North Logan 13th Ward Chapel (1800 N 400 E, North Logan) Monday at 11am, with a visitation from 9:30am to 10:30am. The burial will be at the Smithfield Cemetery following the funeral service.

New Tribute Page Now Available

With Tom's passing, I have created a new blog page specifically for posting tributes to dad. All friends, family, and colleagues are welcome to read and post to this tributes page. It can be found at: kingtj-trib.blogspot.com

To have your tribute posted, please contact Tommy (Tom's son) at: rockboyproductions(at)gmail.com*

*Note: use the @ symbol in place of (at)

This will be a great way for us all to celebrate Tom's wonderful life and legacy.

Thanks so much, Tommy

Tentative Funeral Plans

Allen Cranney Mortuary in North Logan, will be handling Dad's funeral services. The family will be finalizing funeral arrangements Thursday, but the tentative plan is for a Sunday evening viewing and a Monday funeral service.

Check the blog Thursday night for the finalized funeral plans.

Tom's Home Again

With our deepest sympathy and regret, we are saddened to inform all of our family and friends that our father and husband passed away today at 4:26 pm. He was surrounded by his family as he returned to his heavenly home. We are very appreciative of your thoughts, prayers and fasting in his and our behalf. Further information concerning viewing and funeral services will be forthcoming.

Thank you for your love,

Johnson and Harris Family

Wednesday Afternoon Update: Lungs Worsening

Well . . . This morning/afternoon, things are looking worse. Dad's infection is becoming even more aggressive. His CRP is at 50 and it indicates that the inflamation in his body is becoming problematic.

Jared is back from St. George, and the whole family has been altogether today. We are feeling your prayers and thank you for them.

Take Care,

Tommy & Fam

Evening update

Jann, Tailona, Jay and Melodee were able to visit Dad tonight. I (Jay) turned on the Trio on the iPod again. For those of you wondering if we have those pesky iPod head phones on Dad's ears the answer is no. Tommy has provided some speakers and a docking station to charge the iPod and power the speakers. They put out a good sound and it has worked out well in delivering the best in musical therapy.

We had some dear longtime neighbors from North Logan stop in and visit with us kids tonight and offer their love and support during this difficult time. Sandra Bush, Carrie Helm and Carrie's daughter Kirstin. It was fun to visit and reflect upon our lives in North Logan over the past 20 to 30 years.

Tommy's update that was posted earlier contains the latest info on Dad's condition.

Tuesday Evening Update: Lungs Becoming a Problem

Well, I haven't heard from anyone tonight, but this afternoon, I learned that Dads blood pressure has been all over. The doctors say that the infection in the lungs has become more aggressive and has caused some mucus blockage or something like that basically its preventing full oxygenation of his avioli. They have had to increase the amount of oxygen back up to 100% to his ventilator. Earlier this blockage caused some heart arrhythmia, however, it seems to have subsided for now.

We are planning to sit down with the doctors tomorrow afternoon to discuss Dad's progress, and to make some decisions about his future care. We ask you to keep Dad and us in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you so much

-Tommy

Tuesday Oct 16th Rounds update

From talking to Dad's nurse Mavis his blood pressure has been a bit of a problem at shift change and they have stabilized it since. Dad is about the same overall and is still on the same ventilator. So not too much new to report. I received a great e-mail from the Kingston trio's George Grove which I read to Dad and Trio fans it contained some good Trio insider info that I nor Dad can divulge at this time. OK I will give you a hint.......watch for it in music stores in coming months.........George offered some great words of encouragement to Dad and that he had been thinking of Dad. I want to thank the Kingston Trio for being such a great influence to Dad and for his playing of the guitar both his old 4 string and his nice new 6 string Martin Guitar that was r ecommended by the Trio for Dad to take his music to the next level of guitar sound quality. It has been great to grow up listening to their music on tapes, Cd's and in person at concerts and of course hearing Dad sing these great songs while playing his guitar. Many great family concerts at home , reunions, camping trips and even for his college students. Thanks George for your great note to Dad.

Monday Evening Update: The Lungs

Dad is doing about the same as was reported previously, however, we found out today that they have identified the infection, and it appears to have spread into both lungs. The respiratory therapists are very concerned about this and are worried about Dad's two week dependency on the the aggressive ventilator.

Thank you for all of your concern. Please keep praying for Dad and his comfort and please ask for the Lord to guide us in the decision making process as we go forward.

Monday Oct 15 rounds Update

Katie was here for rounds today. She reports no significant changes as of this morning rounds with the doctor that will be treating Dad this week. The doctor and respiratory therapist are concerned about Dad's continued dependence on the aggressive ventilator and his lungs weakened condition. That seems to be the main concern at this time. Thanks for your continued thoughts and prayers.