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Craig Johnson Obituary
Craig K. Johnson Sr., 75, of Bristol, Indiana, passed away on Oct. 13, 2024, at Elkhart General Hospital. Craig was born on Oct. 24, 1948, to Floyd and Elizabeth Johnson in Elkhart, Indiana. Craig married Barbara Anderson on May 25, 2001, in Elkhart, Indiana, they have been together for over 45 years.
Craig worked for Atlantic Plastic and BD Custom, where he was a supervisor. Craig was a hardworking but simple man. He enjoyed watching Notre Dame football and "Da Bears" Chicago Bears. Most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends, and fishing. He will be sadly missed.
Craig is survived by his wife Barbara; their children, Craig (Dawn) Johnson of Goshen, Indiana, Mark (Gretchen) Moore of Elkhart, Indiana, and Todd (Gina) Johnson of Vandalia, Michigan; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his siblings, Larry Johnson, Elizabeth "Betty Ann" (Pat) Shea and Melody (Chuck) Baker. Craig was preceded in death by his parents Floyd Johnson and Elizabeth Baker, daughter Michelle Oropeza, daughter-in-law Gina Johnson and sister-in-law Shelia Johnson.
In keeping with Craig's wishes, no services are planned. Stemm-Lawson- Peterson Funeral Home, 1531 Cobblestone Blvd., Elkhart, IN 46514, is assisting Craig's family. Online condolences may be made at www.stemmlawsonpeterson.com.
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dennis m smith
October 21, 2024
sorry to hear he was more like a big brother than a friend every since I was9 years old our friend ship has bloomed he will be missed I love you brother
Bob Siefers
October 16, 2024
Rest in Heaven buddy, I first meet Craig like 41 years ago working for Pierce Tool & Die and shortly after the company name changed to Pierce Plastics and then Atlantis Plastics. Craig and Barb have always been a great couple and good friends. Craig will be missed by many.
PATRICK CURTIN
October 16, 2024
RIH ME LIFE LONG FRIEND [BROTHER]...LUV U MAN...PC
Mike and Deb Badman
October 15, 2024
We will miss Craig he was always in a good mood and funny. He would come in to the bar and would love to joke around and try to irritate me in a funny way he will always be in are hearts. Mike and Deb
Craig Johnson jr
October 15, 2024
Rip Dad I wil cherish all the good times we had.i love you.
Betty Shea
October 15, 2024
R.I.P. big brother. i will love and miss you everyday!
Mark Moore
October 14, 2024
Craig was my step father,he was a good person,he´s been a part of my life for probably around 44-45 years.Im gonna miss you Dad,R.I.P,you´ve earned it.No more pain and suffering,I love you.Until we meet again Dad.
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