Johnson E. Nein, 46, of Wiscasset, Maine passed away unexpectedly at home on April 9, 2011. Born on November 13, 1964 in Damariscotta, he was the son of the late Philip L. Nein of Wiscasset and Grace M. Nein, currently of Torrington, CT. Johnson attended Wiscasset schools.

In addition to his mother, Johnson is survived by his sister, Gretchen L. Bergman of Torrington, CT, and her children, Johnson's beloved nephew and niece, Charles Andrew Nickerson, and Kaitlin Elizabeth Nickerson, of Torrington, CT. He also leaves behind sisters Juli S. Nein, of Torrington, CT and Sarah K. Nein, of Wiscasset, and brothers Jason A. Nein, His wife Melissa and their three little girls of Boothbay, and Joel G. Nein and his four wonderful children of Westport Island.

Johnson will be sadly missed by many cherished cousins, aunts, uncles and friends, including his very dear friend Clark Jones. Johnson was a sweet and kind individual who will be missed by so many who had the good fortune to cross his path. He had made many acquaintances on his life's unique journey. He had a wonderful sense of humor, loved music, was an impressive chef, and always had a towering bear hug for everyone. Not only would he "give the shirt off his back" to someone in need, often he did just that. The world was a better place with Johnson in it, for he truly was a lover of people, always concerned with the human condition.

Anyone who wishes to contact the family for condolences, or to share a memory are welcome to write to: Gretchen Bergman, 259 Cedar Lane, Torrington, CT 06790. Memorial contributions may be made to the cause of hunger and homelessness to Maine PIRG, 39 Exchange St. #301, Portland, ME 04101. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at The Second Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, 51 Main St, Newcastle, ME 04553. The family wishes to thank the Wiscasset Police Department and emergency services team, and the Lincoln County Sherriff's Department for their prompt and professional response.