Carlyn Johanningmeier

Carlyn Johanningmeier, 74, of Luana died early Thursday morning, April 10, 2014 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family. He died as he lived, with determination and strong will. A Memorial Service was held Monday, April 14 at the Leonard-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Monona. Inurnment will be held at a later date.
E. Carlyn Johanningmeier was born April 15, 1939 in Monona to Roy and Viola (Loftsgard) Johanningmeier. He was a 1957 graduate of Luana High School. At a young age, Carlyn began farming the family farm and was proud to keep it in the family for over a century.
January 30, 1966, he was united in marriage to Juanita "Red" Hardin in Galena, IL. Farming was number one in Carlyn's life and he and Red also owned and operated a small trucking company which is still currently in business.
He dearly loved the land that he farmed and enjoyed time with his family, golfing and classic cars. Carlyn was a man of few words, but when he spoke it was often meaningful and humorous. He also was very inventive and creative and will be dearly missed.
Surviving are his loving wife of 48 years, Red; his children, Ray (Brenda Lamb) Richard of St. Olaf, Brad  (Laurie) Richard of Luana, Rick (Anita) Richard of Monona, Tony (Ginger) Johanningmeier of Des Moines, Dana (Julie Peterson) Richard of Garnavillo, Susan Johanningmeier and Lori (Jeff) Frick; his grandchildren, Bill and Randy, Amanda and Andrew, Jon, Chris, Adam and Maddie, Lindsey, B.J. and Kaity; several great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Virgil (Betty) Johanningmeier of Waukon. Preceding Carlyn in death were his parents and a brother, Merlin.
Condolences may be left at www.graufuneralhomes.com.