XENIA — Hiram Edward Johnson Jr., age 77, of Xenia, passed away Monday July 13, 2020. He was born May 17, 1943 in Springfield, Ohio to the late Hiram E. "Boots" and Geraldine (Byrd) Johnson. Hiram was a machinist for Navistar for over 30 years. He served in the US Air Force as an air policeman. He enjoyed riding his bicycle and skating. He was a loving father and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his parents; as well as sisters; Diane Shepard, Roni Johnson and Rita Johnson; and brothers; Ronald and Kerry Johnson; and a son: Jon Michael Johnson. He is survived by his loving wife, Diane (Mays) Johnson, daughters; Christina (Arthur) Mack, Tricia (Freddie) Webb, Carina Johnson, LaToya (Jacob) Hook, Alicia (Darnell) Tarver, and Tonika (Roshaun) Williams, sons, Hiram "Tiny" (Valentia) Johnson III, Hiram Johnson IV, Edward Johnson, and Michael Johnson, sisters: Karen (Edward) Raines and Toni Binford, brothers; William "Bo" (Iva) Johnson and Kevin (Esther) Johnson, as well as 32 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and many extended loving family members. Due to COVID19 restrictions the family requests that visitors wear their masks and adhere to the social distancing requirements. The funeral will be reserved for members of the immediate family only but guests are welcome to attend a Visitation from 1 -2 PM Thursday at McColaugh Funeral Home, Inc. He will be interred at the National Cemetery, Dayton at a later date.
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Lish
July 30, 2020
My dad was the hardest working man I know. I miss him so much already. I could call him anytime and he would be there for whatever I needed. I am so thankful for the time God allowed me and my kids to have with him. He will always be in our hearts.
Sharon
July 24, 2020
A very nice and caring man. He will be missed. RIH
George & Donna Welliford
July 23, 2020
It was truly a blessing to grow up knowing Eddie! Our prayers of peace and comfort go out to his entire family!
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