Dee LaFaun Johnson

Dee LaFaun Johnson graduated from this earthly life on Sunday, October 25, 2026, following a brief battle with cancer, surrounded by his family at home.

Dee was born on January 14, 1942, to George LaFaun and Phyllis Johnson in Preston, Idaho. He lived his life emulating the life of our Savior.

He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission in the Central States Mission. He was a full-time Seminary Teacher, and held many callings throughout his life, including Bishop, Stake Presidency Counselor, Temple Presidency member, and Sealer. He was also on the Iona City Council for sixteen years.

Dee was preceded in death by his parents, Phyllis and George LaFaun Johnson; as well as his brother, Gordon; and his grandson, Kyler. He was also preceded in death by two brothers-in-law.

He is survived by his wife, Christine, and his five children, Brian (Janet) Johnson of Springville, Utah; Stacey (Scott) Dille of Grace, Idaho; Derek (Sandy) Johnson of Grantsville, Utah; Sarah (Matt) Thomson of Blackfoot, Idaho; and Hollie (Tayson) Lewis of Freedom, Idaho. He is also survived by his sister, Charlotte (Ruel Skinner-deceased) of Cleveland, Idaho, and sister, Joy (Richard Gerber-deceased) Bingham of Auburn, Wyoming, and current husband, Jim Bingham; 18 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon Monday, November 2, 2026, at the Iona 1st Ward building, 5169 Denning, in Iona, Idaho. The family will visit with friends Sunday from 6-8 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road, and Monday from 11-11:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Burial will be in the Iona Cemetery.