Saratoga Springs, NY - Richard E. Johns passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born on Nov. 11, 1946 in Kearny, NJ, he is the son of the late Stanley and Veronica Johns. Rick spent his early years in New Jersey graduating from St. Stephens's Grade school, Queen of Peace High school and St. Peter's College. Upon graduation from college, Rick served in the United States Army with a tour of duty in Vietnam from February, 1970 to March, 1971. He held the rank of Sergeant and earned a combat infantry badge, Vietnam service medal, Vietnam campaign medal, Air medal, and a Bronze Star for Valor. After his honorable discharge from the US Army, he worked for Sandoz Chemical and Clariant Corporation as a sales representative until his retirement. Along with spending time with his friends and family, Rick enjoyed golfing, horse racing, St. Peter's basketball and the New York Giants. Rick leaves behind his fiancé, Nancy Wren and her family; his daughters Jessica Washburn (husband Jerry) and Melissa Paul (husband Chad) and grandchildren Meghan Paul, Cooper Washburn and Collin Paul; his brother, Ray Johns (wife Lorraine) of Ft. Myers, Florida and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call from 10:30 to 11:45am Tuesday (Mar. 4, 2014) at William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway 584-5373. Services will be conducted at 11:45am at the funeral home. Graveside services with military honors will follow at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.