Corona-19 Update
As of 04/29/2020
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Johnson, Robert Horace Age 90 of Minneapolis passed away June 20, 2020.Preceded in death by his loving wife Alene Johnson and daughter Penny Webb. Survived by daughters, Valerie Hutchinson, June Johnson, Robbin McLaurin and Ramona McCree. Visitation Thursday, June 25 will start at 10 AM with the funeral services at 11 AM at New Salem Missionary Baptist Church 2507 Bryant Avenue North Minneapolis, MN.
Condolences go out from the 5th District to the family of Bob Johnson and the Johnnie Baker Post #291. Bob was a 57 year member of the Johnnie Baker Post and past District Commander. He will be missed. Rest in peace, Bob.
Membership Packet Pickup will be on Thursday, June 25th from 4 until 6 at Minneapolis Post 1.
Executive board meeting to follow at 6:30 in person or virtual. Please contact Ray Eiden for the link.
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