Longtime Cape Cod resident Raymond Johnson, 66 of Truro, died unexpectedly from heart failure on December 10th at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis.
Born in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Richard and Mary Johnson. Raymond owned and operated Savoir Systems Personal Computer Services for the past 30 years. A familiar sight around town in his signature white sailor’s cap, he could often be found at Provincetown justice rallies waving a large Earth flag. Raymond devoted himself to environmental justice and was an outspoken advocate for Earth stewardship and sustainability.
He was an active volunteer in the community and generously shared his time, energy, and expertise. He served on the Truro Concert Committee and often participated in the Provincetown Harbor Swim for Life, where he was recognized as a Circle of Honor member for his dedication. He enjoyed working with students in afterschool activities at the Truro Central School and Provincetown High School, and showed endless patience and genuine enthusiasm for their ideas and projects.
He was passionate about music and an avid supporter of the local music scene. He spent thousands of hours mixing, recording, and producing CDs for local musicians at the Mews Coffeehouse and for the Outer Cape Chorale during the many years he was a member of the group. He was especially proud to be part of the Outer Cape Chorale Chamber Singers, adding his deep bass voice to the choir. He also played keyboards in a local garage band, The Birdfeeders, for many years.
In addition to music, Raymond enjoyed gardening, swimming, ice skating, bicycling, and sailboarding. He was grateful to live within walking distance of the beach and felt blessed to call Cape Cod home.
He is survived by his brother Steve Johnson, sisters Juanita Gunter, Vicki Beauchemin, DeeDee Hughes, and Linda Kimmel, along with eight beloved nieces and nephews. Raymond loved his family, especially his nieces and nephews, as well as his wide extended family from Vermont, lifelong friends from Annapolis, Maryland, Truro and Provincetown.
Those wishing to honor Raymond’s life are encouraged to plant a tree or donate to an environmental cause of their choice.