Ronald G. Johnson Sr., 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 26, 2020 at the Center for Hospice Care, South Bend.
Born in Chicago, Illinois on November 4, 1940, Ronald was the son of James W. and Cecile M. (Long) Johnson.
After attending Plymouth High School, he went to work in the construction industry for Panel Craft. Before retirement, he worked at Del Monte for 23 years as a Lift Truck Driver. Ronald was known as one of the biggest caregivers, being a protective covering over his children and grandchildren. He was known for always putting others needs before his own. He would never miss a school event or party that his family was involved in. Ronald would tell you that everything was okay with him, even if it really was not, so that nobody would worry about him. Ronald enjoyed riding his bike everywhere. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Plymouth. He is survived by his three sons: Dr. Ronald (Jacqueline) Johnson Jr. of Yuma, Arizona, Randy (Shirley) Johnson of Warsaw, IN and Ricky Johnson of Warsaw, IN; two brothers Charles and James Johnson of Plymouth, IN; half-sister Beverley Anderson of Bremen, IN; four grandchildren: Vincent Johnson of Texas, Ivy Johnson of Warsaw, IN, Levi Johnson of Yuma, Arizona and Zaine Johnson of Plymouth, IN.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Jack Johnson and Sandy J. Woodard; daughter-in-law Kelley (Bemish) Johnson.
Visitation will be held on Thursday July 2, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth Indiana 46563. A funeral service will immediately follow with Pastor Toni Carmer officiating.
Burial will take place in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth at a later date.
Nancy and Bill Rhodes says
Am so sorry to hear of Grandpa Ron’s passing. He truly loved his grandkids he was always at their events. And I always remember him saying he’s okay. A great man
Carol (Smith) Finkbiner says
Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy (Hodges) Davidson says
So sorry for your loss.
Growing up in plymouth, we were neighbors for many years.
Thought and prayers for all the family.
Janet Metsker smith says
The PHS class of 1961 have many fond memories of Ronnie. He was a true friend and always wore a smile.
We enjoyed many joy rides in his truck! He will be missed and remembered at our 60th reunion in 2021
Lincoln and PHS friends
Irene Scobey says
I was sorry to hear of Ronnie’s passing… I always liked Ronnie… he was a good guy.. RIP Ronnie.
Rick Derf says
I remember Ron well from high school and his younger years. He was a friendly man and member of a kind and loving family. My condolences to the family. This part of life is difficult but it is how our faith lives out. God sent His Son to teach us compassion for others and preached love. Ron exuded these qualities in life and is at peace with his Savior now for eternity. God bless you with comfort knowing that Ron is at peace and pain free forevermore.
Donna Taber Whitmer says
My sincere sympathy to Ron’s family. Wishing you strength and peace in the coming days….
Ron Bollman says
To all of the Johnson family – Ronnie seemed to always have a cheerful nature, and reflected a happy smile. I’m sure that is the best way you will remember him. Now he is with those he met, and loved, during his lifetime journey on earth. Now, he holds dear, and near, his eternal family, as you hold near to his dear memory. May the love of Christ, and the Light of our Lord, now be the reflection upon his happy smile, and may his cheerful nature remain in your hearts.
With all of my condolence,
Ron Bollman
Charles Nimon says
I was very sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Worked with him for many years at Del Monte Foods. He most definitely was one of those who made life much easier for those around him. He will be missed.
Larry and Dorothy Starr says
Our deepest sympathy to the Johnson Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lynn Hartman says
So sorry for the loss of your brother Chuck. I always felt like I knew him just because I sat close to him in Church. I know he will be missed by many. Sending hugs.
Lynn Hartman
Karen Schillerstrom says
Dear, Johnson Family
I was so very sad too hear of Ronnie’s passing, sending love and prayers too his family. I know he’s free of pain, and with his family in Heaven now, rest easy Ronnie.
Condolences from,The Schillerstrom family.