South Berwick – Donald "Buck" K. Johnson passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2019 at York Hospital after a brief illness.  Born in Seattle, Washington on April 25, 1948 to Dan L. Johnson and Lila I. Johnson (Anderson). Having served two terms, Don was a highly decorated Vietnam rescue pilot, being honored with double purple hearts, a distinguished flying cross as well as many other medals.

Donald always knew what to say to people, and because of that, he was the second father and best friend to all. He touched the hearts of every single person he came in contact with. He was a loyal, understanding, forgiving, patient, hard working, and a go-getter. He had the wonderful ability to see the best in the worst of people and situation.

He loved sunsets, walking his beloved dog, Rufus, and being the best Papa to his two grandsons.

Donald was predeceased by both his parents; Dan and Lila Johnson, and his brother Alan Johnson.  He was survived by his loved and loving son Brian M. Johnson and fiancé Tessa A. Buckley; two grandsons Finnick T. Johnson and Gill E. Johnson, and his sister, Kay Snow.

Services: A time of memorial visitation will take place Saturday, March 23, 2p-4p, at the JS Pelkey & Son Funeral Home, 125 Old Post Road, Kittery, Maine. A memorial service will follow the visitation promptly at 4p. Military Honors will take place at a later date in the spring. Care for the Johnson family has been entrusted to the JS Pelkey & Son Funeral Home.  To leave online condolences, please visit www.jspekleyfuneralhome.com .