Dawn Gray Johancsik

Dawn Gray Johancsik, 51, of South Jordan, Utah, passed away tragically, and quickly due to a motorcycle accident on June 14, 2024, near Buffalo, Wyoming doing what she loved. She was born on July 22, 1972, in Panama City, Florida, to John Bruce Gray and Niki Dee Davis.

Dawn grew up in Flagstaff, Arizona, before becoming a proud "Cali girl" who loved the ocean and surfing. She is survived by her beloved husband, Tracy Lyle Johancsik, whom she married on December 13, 2014, in Clearfield, Utah. She loved to travel with her husband, especially on cruises and chasing eclipses. She is also survived by her children, Sammantha Dawn Gray and Nikilaus Alexandr Gray. Dawn was predeceased by her father, John Bruce Gray, her mother, Niki Dee Davis, and her grandmother, Catheryn Juran.

Dawn graduated from Kemper Military School and College on May 26, 1990, which prepared her for her dedicated service in the United States Air Force. She knew the importance of brotherhood and the importance of banding together with others who shared the same interests and dedication to mutual passions and causes.
She proudly served as a Captain in the United States Air Force during Operation Desert Storm as a combat surgical nurse and was also assigned to Area 51 for a time, where she developed a strong sense of duty and camaraderie.

Dawn started a career path working as a paralegal in family law and later becoming a certified mediator. She loved helping families navigate legal challenges and find peaceful resolutions. It's a role that requires dedication, legal expertise, and empathy.

Shortly after moving to Utah, Dawn joined the B.A.S.T.A.R.D.S Riding Club where she was able to share her love of riding with her husband Tracy. She gained a whole new brotherhood among her riding family within and outside of the Riding Club. Dawn played a pivotal role in the Annual Brass Balls Charity Ride, which raised funds for epilepsy and later Alzheimer's. She held several leadership positions within the club and commanded widespread respect throughout.

Dawn and her husband Tracy opened a CBD and health shop in Holladay UT, that she operated. The store was opened in 2020 just before the pandemic.

Dawn had a zest for life, and she had a deep love for animals, scrapbooking, Dowdle puzzles, riding motorcycles, art collecting, rock hounding and trains. Her favorite place to visit was Grand Cayman, where she made many cherished memories.

A funeral service will be held on July 1, 2024, at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. 10600 S., Sandy, UT. There will be a viewing starting at 9:00 AM, followed by the graveside service at 10:30 AM. For those unable to attend, the graveside service will be streamed via Zoom. Please click on the "Watch Services" link above.

Dawn Gray Johancsik will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her. Her warm smile and adventurous spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.