Church History Biographical Database
Nephi Johnson
The Johnson Family traveled to the Salt Lake Valley with the Willard Richards Company in 1848. The Johnson family included Joel Hill and his children from his first marriage Sixtus Ellis, Sariah Anna, Seth Guernsey, and Nephi Johnson, and his two wives Susan Bryant and Janette Fife. Also traveling in the company was Joel’s brother Benjamin Franklin and his wives and children.
In 1860, Nephi and his cousin, Don Carlos Babbitt headed East to help the Saints heading West. He served as Sergeant of Guard and the company guide. On the return journey he traveled with the Budge Company.
Born
1833 December 12
Date Details
Occurred On 1833 December 12
Traveled in Willard Richards Company (1848)
1848 July 3 – October 10 (Age 14) Pioneers in Company
Traveling Group
Date Details
Started On 1848 July 3
Joined Company
Ended On 1848 October 10
Company Arrived
Traveled in William Budge Company (1860)
1860 July 20 – October 5 (Age 26) Pioneers in Company
Roles
Teamster
Date Details
Started On 1860 July 20
Joined Company
Ended On 1860 October 5
Company Arrived
Married Conradine Albertine Mariager
1860 October 11 (Age 26)
Died
1919 June 21 (Age 85)
Media
Nephi Johnson (1833 - 1919) Profile