RIESTER

Last night, the advertising industry lost one of its finest ad men and the world lost one of its most amazing people.

Nearly 35 years ago, Rick Johnson started an advertising agency in Albuquerque, New Mexico that beat all the odds and became one of the top firms in the western United States.

Through Rick’s inspirational leadership, electrifying personality and unique talent, along with his wife Debbie’s illuminating presence and intelligence, Rick Johnson & Company attracted clients from Texas to California and its campaigns were honored with creative awards from across the country.

Rick had incredible discipline, an unstoppable work ethic and an abundance of energy.  He knew how to do it right and would push for nothing less than perfection.  Rick earned the status of an icon in New Mexico’s business, academic, philanthropic and political circles.

Rick and Debbie served as our most influential mentors during the past decade.  They truly set the highest standard for professional success and personal completeness.  We cherished every moment  we had with them because it was always filled with love, laughs and important lessons about life.

Rick is survived by Debbie and their two daughters about whom he always spoke with great pride, Leslie and Lauren.

Our hearts and prayers go out to them.  We will miss Rick forever, but will always carry part of him in our hearts; the constant energy in his eyes, his selfless curiosity and interest in others and the wisdom he so generously shared.

In fond remembrance,

Tim & Mirja Riester