David Todd Johnson

Profile Updated: September 22, 2009

Residing In:	Springfield, OH USA

Spouse/Partner:	Michelle (Bledsoe) Johnson

Military Service:	Air Force

Occupation:	Firefighter/Paramedic

Children:	Tyler, born 1998 Joshua, born 2000

Where else have you lived?

Xenia, Ohio
Enon, Ohio

College? (where, degree[s] obtained, etc.)

Clark State
Wright State
Mechanical Engineering

Where do you work?

City of Springfield

How long have you worked there?

6 years

Are you happy with your career choice?

Absolutely! Love going to work every day!

If you could change your career ... what would you do?

Fly airplanes or School Teacher

Grandchildren:

Nope

Furkids? Tell us about them!

Cat named "Pretty" who is old and lazy but still manages to tear my arm up when I rough-house with her.
Dog named "Izzy" who is a Golden Retriever puppy. She is a fun addition to the family.

Comments:

After high school, I spent 6 years in the Air Force Reserves. During that time I spent time in Denver, Colorado, Denmark, Puerto Rico, and Alaska. I married Michelle in 1995, and we moved back to Enon in 1998. The first 12 years of my career was as a mechanical designer for various companies. A career change came about after a layoff (blessing in disguise). I became a professional firefighter/paramedic in 2003 for the City of Springfield. On my "off" days while the kids are in school, I work part-time, paid for Hustead EMS. My recreation time is devoured by the various bands (rock and country) that I've played with over the years, along with coaching/assistant coaching the boys' various sports.

School Story:

I really did enjoy my high school years. I made a lot of great friends that I hopefully will have for the rest of my life. I also have some that I don't get to see and miss. From my recollection, we are a tighter class than most and we should be proud of that. I wish everyone nothing but the best and hope to see you all in October. As for now, I love being a husband and father....Good Times!!!

After graduation from high school, you were ...

Excited to start the rest of your life

Do you still see/hang out with/talk to any of our classmates on a regular basis?

Yes....Randy Potter, Jay Young, Dan Patterson, Ziggy, Scott and Heather (Friessen) Kaufman, Joe Lingerfelt, Brad Greene, Kevin Taylor, Steve Harper, David Staker, Rodney Pettit

Did you participate in any sports at GHS? If so, tell us!

Football, Baseball, Wrestling

Did you participate in drama club, band, choir, language clubs, honor society, student council, etc.?

Band
Student Council

What is your favorite memory of Greenon High School?

Too many.

Who was your favorite teacher at GHS?

Mr. and Mrs. Day

Who was your favorite teacher in the Greenon Local School district?

Jack Hillard

Where is your favorite place to vacation?

Beach

If you could build a vacation home ANYWHERE ... where would it be?

Mountains in Colorado

What are your pastimes ... activities, interests, hobbies?

Coaching the kids in various sports, playing drums for various bands, HUGE OHIO STATE FOOTBALL FAN.

Name one thing that people would be surprised to know about you ...

I'm actually six feet tall, I just walk around all hunched over.

Dare I ask ... but what are your political views?

What day is it. Tired of those who want constant handouts. I wish we would spend more time and effort fixing our troubles instead of worrying about everyone elses.

Have you ever met any celebrities? If so, who? We want details!

Emmitt Smith - On our cruise ship during our Honeymoon 1995.
Bill Clinton -During a campaign stop in Wilmington, Oh.
John Legend - We were the Medic unit behind the stage during a concert at Wittenburg.
Ron Dibble - During a baseball card signing at my uncle's store.
John Glenn - During an Ohio State Football game in Columbus, Oh.
Ray Knight - At a Reds Game.
Dave Chappelle - During Dinner at McCormick and Schmick's.
Frank Caliendo - During his act at the Funny Bone.

What is on your "bucket list"?

Travel, Travel, Travel!!!!! I would love to see the rest of the U.S. (Hawaii, Yellowstone, New Mexico....) I would love go to Ireland, Italy, England, and Israel.....Moon. Sky Dive.....

Favorite Type of Music?

Rock, Rock and more Rock.
Some Country, oh I can't forget.....I love Christmas music.

What was the last CD you bought or downloaded?

Shinedown

Favorite Band/Singer from the '80's:

Rush

Favorite Band/Singer now:

Not sure

What concerts have you attended?

Kiss, Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Metallica, Rush, Genesis, Ratt, Tesla, Guns and Roses, Stone Temple Pilots, Garth Brooks, Vince Gill, Kenny Chesney, John Michael Montgomery, Bon Jovi, Cinderella, Stryper, Sugarland, Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley, Aerosmith, Black and Blue, Kix,

Which concert was the last one you have attended?

Sugerland

Favorite Movies?

Love Actually, Saving Private Ryan, Euro Trip, Super Troopers, Wedding Crashers, Anchorman,
Dodgeball.

What was the last movie you saw in a movie theatre?

The last Mimzy

Favorite TV shows?

Extreme Home Makeover, History Channel, Discovery Channel, ESPN.

Favorite books?

Sports Illustrated Swim Suit

What was the last book you read?

Probably a medic or firefighter related book.

Favorite restaurant?

Hopps, Texas Roadhouse, anything on a cruise ship

Favorite quote(s)?

Don't sweat the small stuff.

What was the best moment of your life (so far)?

The birth of my two boys and watching them grow up.

What was the worst moment of your life (so far)?

Losing Buddy Myers in 1986 to a car accident.
Watching my father-in-law slowly die of cancer.

I love ....

my family, a good steak, clean underwear, flying, body massage, Football (coaching or watching), the drum section of a good marching band, watching my wife and kids laugh hysterically. Sound of rain when I sleep, air conditioning,

My pet peeves are ...

Long fingernails (on men), bad breath, body odor, slow drivers, long hair (on men), Lifelong welfare abusers, kitchen full of dirty dishes,

JUST FOR FUN ... I have ...

swam in the ocean
laughed until some kind of beverage came out of my nose
sang Karaoke
been kissed under the mistletoe
been to another country
paid for a meal with coins
been in a fight (hitting, punching, etc.)
cussed somebody out ... and felt good about it!
caught a snowflake on my tongue
played in the rain (as an adult!)
colored in a coloring book recently
ate dessert BEFORE dinner
watched the sunrise
watched the sunset
skinny dipped
called 9-1-1
been in a car accident
had surgery
broken a bone
stolen something
"TP'd" somebody ... toilet papered
made a prank phone call
skipped school