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Ralph Johnson Obituary
Ralph A. Johnson, formerly of New Albany, Ohio, passed away at his home in Aiken, South Carolina surrounded by friends and family on October 5, 2019 from complications of ALS. Dr. Johnson is the former Superintendent of New Albany Schools and the Director of Leadership at the ESC of Central Ohio. He was born April 7, 1947 in New York City to the late Ralph A. Johnson Sr. and Grace Marion (Coggins) Johnson. He is survived by his adored wife, Terry Lynn (Wise) Johnson, formerly of Upper Arlington, Ohio; his sister, Grace Hanser; and brother, Kenneth. He completed his PhD at Ohio University. He graduated from high school at The Stony Brook School in New York. He was the Co-Captain of his high school football and wrestling team. He went on to Captain his college wrestling team, and was four time state collegiate champion and two-time SEC conference champion. Until his illness Dr. Johnson was Director of Leadership at the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio where he provided executive training for practicing school superintendents as well as a variety of consulting services to school boards. Dr. Johnson has also served as the former Superintendent In Residence at The Ohio State University, College of Education. At Ohio State, he was responsible for coordinating the accelerated licensure program for Ohio Superintendents and directing the National Academy of Superintendents. At his request, no services will be held. The Historic George Funeral Home, 211 Park Ave., SW, Aiken, SC 29801, 803-649-6234, has charge of arrangements. View the full obituary and photos by visiting www.georgefuneralhomes.com
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October 27, 2019
Ralph was a college friend and wrestling teammate. I learned important lessons about success and class from him. He will be deeply missed by his buddies from Maryville College.
Rob Nicholas
Marti Healy
October 11, 2019
Such a nice, gentle man. Always so kind. And courageous. He will be greatly missed.
Fred Wolfe
October 9, 2019
A quality educator and an even better man. May he rest in peace knowing how he had a positive impact on the students he served.
Scot Prebles
October 9, 2019
I will forever be proud of my professional relationship with Ralph that grew into a fifteen year friendship. I always appreciated Ralph's open expression of love, respect and devotion to Terry - and the gracious way in which he treated my wife Leah.
Ralph was a special person that worked hard to help others grow and succeed. Every time I called - Ralph answered and he never said goodbye until I was ready. A true gentlemen!
He will be missed.
Kurt Williams
October 9, 2019
Profound sadness was shared today regarding our loss of an exemplar professional. Ralph was my first assistant principal and asked for a two year sabbatical for his PhD. While he was away, I had three replacements for him. He was very good at his job. Many of our fellow educators have followed his career with a feeling of pride for his accomplishments. We pray for God's grace on his family.
Simon Dance
October 9, 2019
Dearest Ralph: We shared so many wonderful times together; whether on the golf course, at church, luncheons, dinners, and numerous events [including games] at each other's houses. Both you and Terry warmly embraced us as new residents to the area, and we, in turn, shared our beloved cat, Nigel, with your precious Rosie and Charlie. Many a time we brought Nigel over for a "play date." We always thought that, despite being an avowed non-cat person, you truly loved Nigel. We loved our times together, and you will be sorely missed. We do envy that you'll be 30 years old now in Spirit world, and full of life!!!! We will meet again! Our love always, Simon & Sandy.
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