Cary Eugene Johnson, 77, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Cary was born on July 27, 1948, in Laramie, Wyoming, to Walter Johnson, Jr. and Iona Maxine (Henry) DePoy, who preceded him in death.

Cary had a deep love for fishing, the mountains, and dressing like a cowboy. He was a master baker whose talents brought joy to family and friends. Above all, he will be remembered as a kind, loving, and generous man, as well as a devoted father.

Cary proudly served his country in both the United States Army National Guard and the United States Air Force.

He is survived by his four daughters: Lori Dow of Laramie, Wyoming, Peggy Worley of Colorado; Tracy Thompson of Locust Grove, Arkansas, Annette Pope (Donald Pope Jr.) of California; and He is also survived by two sons, Timothy Johnson of California and Ricky Johnson of Cheyenne, Wyoming.

In addition, Cary leaves behind nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by two sisters, Kathy Garcia and Deborah Taylor, both of Cheyenne, Wyoming; and one brother, Randall Johnson of Salina, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Dennis Johnson; and his sister, Denise Johnson.

In accordance with Cary’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are planned.