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Karsten Sayer Johnson unexpectedly passed away in his sleep on Tuesday November 17th 2020.
Karsten was born on March 19th 1982 in Salem, Oregon to Kevin and Nichole Johnson. He was the eldest of 6 children. His younger siblings include Kira, Brolin, Nicholette, Selene, and Joshua-Nephi.
Karsten spent his early childhood in Newberg, Oregon. Growing up, he was an avid reader, enjoyed playing sports, hunting, snowboarding, wakeboarding, and spending time with his family and friends. He later moved to Burns, Oregon where he graduated from Burns High School in 2000. Shortly after high school, Karsten obtained his pilot’s license at Lane Community College in hopes of becoming a commercial pilot.
At age 19, Karsten chose to serve a two-year volunteer mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Salvador, Brazil. He became fluent in Portuguese and fell in love with the people and culture of Brazil.
Following his return from Brazil, Karsten married Leah Hansen and had three beautiful children; Brinley, Cruz, and Aksel.
Karsten soon changed his career path to pursue medicine. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Business at Central Washington University and was accepted to Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences in Yakima, Washington. During this time, he organized and opened the region’s first free skin clinic for the underserved community. After graduation, he interned at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Oregon. He was then accepted into the Silver Falls Dermatology residency program where he quickly built lasting relationships. After residency, he was hired as the attending physician for the resident program. Karsten loved his career and dedicated much of his time to educating and helping others in the community.
Karsten was survived by his spouse Leah, his three children Brinley (9) Cruz (8) Aksel (4), his parents Kevin and Nichole Johnson, his four siblings and their spouses, Kira and Brian Wall, Brolin and Sarah Johnson, Nicholette and Trevor Okoren, and Selene and Cruiz Thomason. He was preceded in death by his younger brother Joshua-Nephi Johnson.
The Johnson Family wishes to thank all those who have offered their love, prayers, and service at this time. Your generosity and kindness are felt and deeply appreciated. Please share a memory or photo of Karsten at: https://www.commemo.co/contribute/232d67
Dr Johnson was my dermatologist. He was an outstanding physician! His positive approach to any problem was so appreciated. Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of a wonderful person.
Karsten was my Dermatologist and I just found out about his passing. As an older person I must say the medical field lost a fine young man that was professional yet personable. Its difficult
to fined the caliber of an individual as he was and he will be missed. My deepest regards go out to his family.
Dr. Johnson cared for my daughter, Mary, he was always so kind and compassionate. He was a true physician. Mary felt so safe in his care.
My wife and I had become patients of Dr. Johnson only in the past year. We are shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. Our hearts are breaking for his family and friends.
Heather and I both were seeing Dr. Johnson. My wife and I are both devastated by the news of Dr. Johnson's passing. I am lost for words...Heather and I will miss him so much! Dr. Johnson was one of the best human beings that I have ever met in my life. We are so sorry for your loss. We are so overwhelmed and saddened by Dr. Johnson's untimely passing away. HE WAS THE BEST!!!
Dr Johnson was living proof that bedside manner rocks. Knowing the Doctor is on your side cannot be overstated. Dr Johnson will be missed.
Dr. Johnson was a great genuine man, he will forever be missed.
Dr. Johnson was a great doctor and listener. I am saddened by this tragedy . I remember him mentioning that he was going through a divorce but had a wonderful girlfriend. My heart goes out to the family . May he Rest In Peace
My heartfelt greeting to this family of the deceased may God grant y’all
The strength to bear the loss
I’m so deeply saddened by this news. I went to residency with him. My condolences.