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Harvey JOHNSON Obituary
71, of Northridge, was born December 9, 1951, and passed suddenly on Friday, January 6, 2023. Preceded in death by Wilma and Frederick Johnson (parents), Harry Johnson (brother), Wilma Bailey (sister), Michael, Jeffery and William (nephews).
Survived by his wife of 42 years, Donna Johnson, his children: Vanessa Callahan, Jacob Johnson (Mindy), Sarah Houseman (Brett), Harry Johnson. His brother Frederick Johnson Jr. (Kay) and sister Tina Banning (Chris).
He was deeply loved by all his grandchildren: Lilly, Luigi, Dalton, Mario, Jasmine, Kenton and Diesel.
He was a constant support to his nieces and nephews, who enjoyed spending time with him: Christina, Frederick, Benjamin, Jeremiah, Joshua, and Katie; always only a phone call away.
He started working at Liberal Market, Dayton with his mother in the 70's. He worked at Leland Electrosystems for 30 years where he was a master boilersmith. Even after retiring, he routinely met with his previous coworkers for lunch in Vandalia.
He coached little league while his children were young, years later, he never missed a game of his children or grandchild.
He was a member of the New Carlisle Sportsman Club and the American Legion in Northridge. The Sportman's Club was a beloved place of gathering for an annual family reunion.
We would affectionately say he was a member of the Ohio Lottery. He never missed a day. For Christmas this past year he received a full box of instant scratch offs. He spent the next few hours scratching for winners. He was upset that he only won $220.
He will always be remembered for his love of hunting which he gained from his father and uncle Joe. He enjoyed everything outdoors including target sports, deer hunting to morel mushroom hunting, and gardening.
Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family whether it was on the phone, visiting or going to breakfast, lunch or dinner, especially ice cream. He had a passion for trying new foods and new restaurants, even if that meant traveling hours away from home. He seemed to have an unlimited knowledge to fix anything that was broken, except his computer.
The viewing will be held at Westbrock Funeral Home, 1712 Wayne Ave., Dayton, Thursday, January 12, 2023, from 10am – 1pm and 4pm – 7pm.
Family will be at Marion's in Northridge between viewing services. All welcome to join the family during that time.
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Jackie Bell
July 7, 2023
Harvey was a fine example of the large Johnson family. It has been many years but even as a young man he was kind and supportive through the loss of many family members. Fly free, Harvey. J. Bell
Sandy Leeth
January 20, 2023
I was sorry to hear of Harvey's passing. He was a family friend when I was growing up, then later he coached my son in baseball. I know he will be missed, he was a good man, and I'm so sorry I didn't make it to his service.
Terri and David Sierra
January 16, 2023
We are sorry to hear of Harvey's passing. We are sending thoughts and prayers of comfort and peace to family and friends through this difficult time. I know Dalton loved his Poppy and will miss him so much.
Mindy allaman
January 11, 2023
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Mindy allaman
January 11, 2023
My condolences to the whole family I was lucky enough to have some years with harvey he was an amazing man with a great heart he was an awesome grandfather he will be truly missed but never forgotten I looked up to him like he was my dad I loved him he always had words of wisdom on how to live life may he rest in peace we will miss you harvey
Kelly and Chrity Friederich
January 11, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dedra Burnett
January 10, 2023
Deepest condolences to the family. Very sad to hear Harry passed.
Nancy Capparelli
January 8, 2023
My sincere condolences to Harvey´s family. He was always such a sweet caring individual. Harvey I will never forget our elementary school days of chasing each other around the play ground and then Jr high us walkers stopping at Linda Lee´s candy store for her great 1 cent piece of fudge.
Harvey you will be missed that´s for sure an I will be waving at Donna along with those sweet cute grandchildren of yours when I drive by.
Donna I´m so so sorry to hear this. God be with you and your family.
Northridge High School Alumni
January 8, 2023
To the family,
Although no words of sympathy can ease the loss you bear,
still may you find some comfort in the thought that others care.
Northridge High School Alumni
Angela Purvis
January 8, 2023
Harvey was a great man ! Always nice to me ! He will be missed emincly !!
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