PLATTSBURGH---Derek A. Johnson, 52, of Pleasant Ridge Road, Plattsburgh, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2014 at his residence. He was born in Plattsburgh, NY on December 19, 1961 the son of Robert E. and Alice E. (Sheehan) Johnson, Sr. Derek graduated from Beekmantown High School in 1981. Following graduation, Derek served our country from 1981 to 1985 in the U.S. Army. He married the former Mary Beshaw on May 14, 1994 in Plattsburgh. Derek worked at Bombardier in Plattsburgh for several years, assembling train and subway cars. He enjoyed bowling, traveling, going to rock concerts, and animals. Derek's greatest passion was playing his electric guitar. Survivors include his wife Mary of Plattsburgh; one son, Kyle Johnson of Lancaster, CA; two stepsons, Matt Duval and A.J. Duval, both of Plattsburgh; one stepdaughter, Gina Duval of Plattsburgh; his mother, Alice E. Johnson of Plattsburgh; one brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Karen Johnson of Ballston Spa, NY; one sister, Sandra Pratt of Griffin, GA; a step granddaughter, Serenity Grace Duval; five nieces and two nephews. Derek was predeceased by his father and one brother, Darrell E. Johnson. Calling hours will be held on Sunday June 15, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the R.W. Walker Funeral Home in Plattsburgh. A funeral service will follow at 5:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Donations in his memory may be made to an animal rescue group of choice or to Hospice Care of the North Country.