Donald R. Johnson, 78, of Middlefield, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, Jan. 24, 2023, at home while surrounded by his loving family. He is now in the presence of God and his savior, Jesus Christ.
Don was born in Crab Orchard, W. Va., on May 17, 1944, to the late Shirley Johnson and Alma (nee Shumate) Osborne. He later married the love of his life, Sally Malone, on Feb. 22, 1962.
Don was the owner of First Quality Sales in Middlefield for almost 30 years before retiring.
He was a faithful member of Parkside Church, a past Rotary member for 10 years and was actively involved in the Geauga County Jail Ministry for 15 years.
He was always ready to help anyone and loved working with his many Amish friends.
His cabin in the woods was his favorite place and he loved to show it to everyone who came by.
Don will be greatly missed by Sally, his loving wife of 60 years; children Daniel (Julie) Johnson, David (Kirsten) Johnson; grandchildren, Daniel (Kati) Johnson, Sarah (Anthony) Bennett, Nathan Johnson, Hannah Johnson, Solomon Johnson; great-grandchildren, Brookelynn, Daniel, Hailey, Logan, Hunter, Luke, Addison, and Carson; brothers Steven Johnson, Shirley Johnson Jr.; sisters Shirley Gaye Thomas, Jeannie (Ray) Brewer, JoEtta (Tom) Manning; Jennifer (James) Watkins; many family members and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sons Donald R. Johnson Jr., and Russell E. Johnson; sister Ruth Beck; and brother Robert Cook.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m., with visitation from 10-11 a.m., on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Parkside Church, 7100 Pettibone Road, Bainbridge Township, with Pastor Nick Spurgeon officiating. Graveside service at Bedford Cemetery immediately following.
Donations may be made to Parkside Church or Good News Jail and Prison Ministry (write J36 in memo), Geauga County Safety Center, c/o Chaplain Maynard, 12450 Merritt Road, Chardon, OH 44024.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Road, Middlefield, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com.
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