Helge William Johnson, Jr., 76 of Superior died on Saturday, August 20, 2022, in his home.

He was born on November 21, 1945, in Superior to Helge and Borghild (Blackstad) Johnson, Sr.

Helge graduated from Superior Central High School in 1964.  He had a passion for hockey and was a longtime hockey coach in Superior, coaching Squirt "A" and Bantam "A" over the years.

Helge was drafted into the US Army during the Vietnam War.  Following his service to our county he returned to return to Superior.  He was employed as a surveyor with the Wisconsin DOT for several years until his retirement.

Helge was passionate about the Green Bay Packer and the Brewers.  He was enjoyed watching all sports and was a UMD hockey ticket holder.  Helge was a great neighbor that was also helpful and friendly.

Helge was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Robert M. Johnson, and brother in-law, Joe Molenda.

Survivors include his son, William (Tracy) Johnson; his sisters, Joanne Molenda, Sandra (Mike) Cheney, Roberta (Paul) Walsh; his brothers, David (Andrea) Johnson and Michael (Nancy) Johnson; numerous nieces and nephews and special friends, Tom Meierotto and Doug Aunet.

A visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until the 3:00 funeral service on Saturday, August 27, 2022, in Downs Funeral Home, 1617 N 19 ^th St., with Gary Banker as officiant.  Military Honors accorded by the Richard I. Bong American Legion Post #435.

If desired memorials in Helge's name may be directed to SAHA, 1015 Oakes Ave., Superior, WI 54880.