Loudon Road

When Curtis Johnson was born in January 1952, his folks Arthur and Thelma Johnson brought him home from Emanuel Hospital to Loudon Road in Corbett. His parents had lived in the home since they married in 1949 and many of Arthur's (he went by his middle name, Ross) relatives lived close by on Loudon Road. In Sept. 1953 brother Carl was born at Emanuel Hospital as well, and then in 1955 the entire family moved up Loudon Road just a bit further to the 60 acre farm that Curt's grandfather had built in 1922. Thelma's grandfather was Emanuel Anderson, and the hospital was named after him! Today both Curt's parents have passed and Carl lives in Portland. Neither Curt or Carl ever married or produced any children. Curt lives on the 60 acre farm and takes great pride in caring for the family home and property. Currently, nearby cousin Linda Hargens runs cattle on the acreage, but Curt says he will be taking over the cattle this year, as Linda is looking to cut back. Curt attended Corbett schools until he graduated in 1970. He then finished a degree in Journalism from Oregon State University. He worked on newspapers for about 10 years and then went into sales. Curt is the VP of the Crown Point Country Historical Society and has been an active member for several years. He also volunteers at the Grange with the Helping Hands Food Program. He is also a member of the Multnomah County Pioneer Assoc. Curt says that the diversity of people as well as the diversity of what one can get involved with make this a spectacular community. He also adds that "Most everyone is pretty darn friendly too!" The serenity and views of his family property give Curt a great sense of peace and joy. Nothing is better than looking at the Washington mountain ranges or even the coast range from the hay fields on the top of the property. A fun fact about Curt is that he knows more about music from the 1950's, 60's, and 70's than most anyone he has ever met. He collects albums, with his first one dating back to 1963- The Beach Boys "Little Deuce Coupe."