Remembering former OAH Judges Harves and Johnson

This week, we learned that two former OAH leaders have passed away.

Chief Judge Duane Harves

OAH’s first Chief Judge, Duane Harves, passed away on June 8. He served two terms as Chief Judge from 1976 until 1988, when he was appointed as a district court judge. A celebration of life will be held at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 7110 France Avenue South, Edina, at 2pm, on Thursday June 20. Read Judge Harves’ obituary.

Assistant Chief Judge Bruce Johnson

Former Assistant Chief Judge Bruce Johnson passed away on June 10. He served as an Administrative Law Judge for more than 14 years, and continued on as a contract judge after his retirement. He also served as Assistant Chief and, briefly, as Acting Chief Judge. Read Judge Johnson’s obituary.

Remembering former OAH Chief Judge Harves and Assistant Chief Judge Johnson

Chief Judge Duane Harves

Assistant Chief Judge Bruce Johnson

Remembering former OAH Chief Judge Harves
and Assistant Chief Judge Johnson