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Skier CR Johnson Killed in Squaw Valley Accident

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From: Levin

Feb 25, 2010

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CR Johnson: October 8th 1983 - February 24th 2010
Yesterday afternoon I received the unfortunate and saddening news that CR Johnson died earlier that morning while skiing at Squaw Valley after impacting rocks.

Much can be said; and in the few short hours since his passing much has already been said, about his enthusiasm for skiing and his positive outlook on life while battling through adversities. Early on in my involvement with skiing I had the pleasure of working and skiing with CR while filming and editing for Poor Boyz Productions as well as my own video projects. He was without question one of the most genuinely friendly, positive people I've had the pleasure of knowing, in the ski industry or otherwise. Although we'd drifted out of touch in subsequent years, when our paths occasionally crossed at the random ski trade show or on hill somewhere, often times years apart, the friendship and positive energy picked up right where it left off without missing a beat.

My thoughts go out to CR's family and friends. You'll be missed and won't be forgotten.

More reflection on the life of CR Johnson:

Chris Jerard - Publisher of Freeskier Magazine

Micha Abrams - ESPN Action Sports

Comments

Eric Spriet Feb 26, 2010

RIP Johnson! See u again someday pal. Died doing what u loved! GOD SPEED! Eric Spriet

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