Sixtus Ellis 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.
Several years later, he crossed the plains again with the 1858 Whipple Company. He served as Sergeant of the Guard for this journey.
At the end of a mission, Sixtus crossed the plains a third time on his way home. He was captain of his own company for this trip.
Born
1829 October 8
Date Details
Occurred On 1829 October 8
Traveled in Willard Richards Company (1848)
1848 July 3 – October 10 (Age 18) Pioneers in Company
Traveling Group
Date Details
Started On 1848 July 3
Joined Company
Ended On 1848 October 10
Company Arrived
Traveled in Eli Whipple Company (1858)
1858 March 17 – June 11 (Age 28) Pioneers in Company
Date Details
Started On 1858 March 17
Joined Company
Ended On 1858 June 11
Company Arrived
Called as Captain to Sixtus E. Johnson Company (1861)
1861 July 14 – September 27 (Age 31) Pioneers in Company
Roles
Captain
Date Details
Started Between 1861 July 14 – 15
Joined Company
Ended On 1861 September 27
Company Arrived
Died
1916 June 4 (Age 86)
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Sixtus Ellis Johnson (1829 - 1916) Profile