I. Richard Johnson

Rick Johnson was born on June 1, 1946, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Erma Martha Hoyt Johnson and Stanley Harold Johnson.

He graduated from Skyline High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts and MBA in Accounting as well as a Master of Science in Real Estate from the University of Utah. He later completed a Ph.D. in Real Estate from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Rick began his teaching career at Weber State University and Texas A&M University before settling in Logan, Utah, where he spent 30 years as a professor in the Accounting Department at Utah State University. In addition to teaching, he also had a successful career as a Big Five auditor, controller, financial analyst and consultant, and testified in numerous court proceedings as an expert witness.

Rick had a deep and abiding testimony of his Savior, Jesus Christ. As a young man, he served a full-time mission in Sweden. In later years, he found great joy in studying the gospel and attending Institute classes with Brother Fowles. He served in numerous church callings throughout his life and found fulfillment in the people he met and served.

Above all else, Rick treasured his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He had a passion for gardening, golf, and motorcycle rides through Logan Canyon with his beloved wife, Katy. Rick was endlessly curious and enjoyed lifelong learning—whether that meant picking up the guitar, learning the piano, or diving into new hobbies. He also loved playing table tennis, fly fishing, spending winters in St. George, and making memories with his grandchildren.

Rick is preceded in death by his parents, Stan and Erma Johnson, and his sister, Jan (Randy) Black. He is survived by his wife, Katy Oler Johnson; his children, Matt (Amy) Johnson, Mark (Storie) Johnson, and Lisa (Corey) Dawson; and his cherished grandchildren, Lucy, Chase, Ben, Gracie, Jet, and Aspen. He is also survived by his sister, Judy Paloukos; sister-in-law, Susan (Brent) Giauque; and many loving nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Gossner Cancer Center, the Logan Regional Hospital Infusion Center, Lauren Davis, and the hospice team of Rohn Larsen, for their exceptional care and compassion. Special thanks also to the many friends and family who have offered their love and support.

The family will hold a viewing on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 E Center St. Logan, UT. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, 11:00 am, Riverside Ward, 325 N Lauralin Dr., Logan, UT. A short viewing will also be held prior to the service from 9:30 – 10:30 am. A graveside service will be held immediately following the funeral at the Logan City Cemetery, 1200 E 1000 N, Logan, UT.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to consider a donation to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Humanitarian Aid Fund—or to honor Rick’s memory with a round of golf.