Bryan Kent Johnson

Bryan Kent Johnson passed away from natural causes on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in Payson, Utah, at the age of 88. Bryan was born on October 16, 1937, to Robert Hyrum Johnson and Edith Christensen Johnson in Bingham Canyon, Utah. He treasured his memories of this magical place. He spent much of his childhood and early teen years in American Fork, Utah, describing it as, "the greatest place that ever was." There, he enjoyed riding his horse, raising turkeys and pigeons, hunting, spending time with friends, and exploring nature.

Bryan and his family later moved to Salt Lake City, and he adjusted to a new way of life. He developed an interest in cars and trucks and loved buying and selling them over the years. Bryan graduated from Olympus High School and later met a beautiful, petite brunette, Dixie Ridd, at Lagoon Amusement Park. After spending the summer working on a ranch in Big Piney, Wyoming, Bryan asked his parents to bring Dixie, the love of his life, up to the ranch, where he proposed to her. They were married on January 10, 1957. They were later sealed for eternity in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.

Over the years, Bryan and Dixie lived in Hunter, Alpine, Spring City, St. George, and Payson, Utah. They built three houses together, with Bryan crafting beautiful rock work and stone fireplaces in these and other homes. They made many friends in each place they lived and loved traveling, spending time in the mountains, and taking road trips together.

Bryan lived a life of adventure, creativity, and devotion to family. A true man of the mountains, he felt most alive in nature, and he shared his passion for the outdoors with everyone around him. He enjoyed hunting, painting, and sculpting, often expressing his deep appreciation for nature through his art. His love of nature and family will live on in the artwork he generously shared with family and friends.

Bryan proudly worked for Kennecott Copper for 19 years, much of that time as a foreman. He later worked for Intermountain Farmers Association, managing stores in both Provo and American Fork. Beyond his professional endeavors, Bryan was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a dedicated member of the Sons of the Utah Pioneers. He cherished time with family and was devoted to his children and grandchildren.

Bryan's precious wife, Dixie, passed away in April of this year. He longed to join her, and we are grateful that his wait for their reunion was short. Bryan is survived by his children, Scott (Leslie) Johnson, Devin (Deanna) Johnson, Jaime (Craig) Clement, and Valerie (Mike) Long, as well as a sister, Laurel (Ron) Pentecost, 17 grandchildren, and 34 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dixie, his parents, Hy and Edith Johnson, his brother, Robert "Bob" Johnson, and a grandson, Dustin Demoine Johnson.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 30, at 11:00 a.m. at the Mountainville LDS Chapel, 165 N. 100 E., Alpine, Utah. Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing at the chapel from 9:30-10:30 am on Thursday morning prior to the service. Bryan will be laid to rest in the American Fork City Cemetery.

Our family would like to sincerely thank the wonderful caregivers at Orchard View Assisted Living for their kindness and devotion to Bryan and Dixie over the last five years. We are truly grateful to you for making them comfortable in their declining years.