Photo courtesy of Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home
Gary, Indiana
Apr 23, 1950 – Jun 26, 2021 (Age 71)
Russell Johnson, was born April 23, 1950 to the late George and Ora Johnson in East Chicago, IN. He departed this life on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Graduate of Hammond Tech, class of 1968. Russell was a faithful member of Greater Grace Church, Merrillville, IN. On Sep. 1, 1973, Russell and Odette Boynes were united in marriage. In 2001, He retired from Inland Steel after 31 years. He leaves to cherish his memory; loving wife Odette Johnson of 47 years; two children, Talaya Johnson, Evanston, IL and Russell Johnson, Dayton, IN; loving sister, Mary Norwood, Hammond, IN; one God-daughter, Jennifer LA Hudson (Brian), Portage, IN; 1 special cousin, Jennifer Smith; 2 best friends, Curtis Smith, Chicago, IL and Michael Horton, Gary, IN and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Read MoreMrs. Odette Johnson, you have my sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, Mr. Russell Johnson. You two worked hard for many years for the Boys Scouts of America at First Baptist Church, 626 West 21st. Avenue, Gary, IN. My son and the other boys and parents weekly for years enjoyed your creativity and leadership. May our Lord and Savior comfort you during this time. Denise Brumfield
Denise Brumfield
July 13, 2021 | Other
Odette we were sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and you have our deepest sympathy and much love to you and your family stay strong for God will see you through
The Prices
July 07, 2021 | Friend
Condolences to my big sister In Christ , and church mate Odette Johnson and family on the loss of her husband Brother Russell Johnson. May God provide the strength you need to endure this difficult time of bereavement.
Valencia Davidson
July 03, 2021 | Suburban Dallas, TX | Grandparent
My Heart goes out to You and Your Family at this Heart breaking Moment. I pray for Your Strength and Healing. Such a Gentleman to me and Edward Gerrie Starks and Edward Wood
Geraldine Starks
July 02, 2021 | Friend
Condolences to you Mrs. Odette and your family.
Dorice Cusic
July 02, 2021 | Work
My condolences to Russell´s family, he was an old friend from work he was a Central Mechanical rigger that help all the Crafts. May he Rest In Peace
Danny Rios
July 01, 2021 | Work
My Sincere Heartfelt Condolences
Gwenda Steele
July 01, 2021
Odette, I am remembering meeting you during our time in Bloomington and then meeting Russell later. I am so sorry to learn of your loss and I´m extending my condolences you and your family. May God continue to bless you and keep you in His loving care. Winona Brown - East Chicago, Indiana
Winona (Smith) Brown
June 30, 2021
Offering our deepest sympathy and wishing you peace and understanding. Surely he´ll name those heavenly songs in one note
Mary McKinney´s Family
June 30, 2021 | Family
