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Stephen Johnson Obituary
ALBION - Stephen James Johnson, 68, of Albion, Indiana, died on Nov. 14, 2019, from complications of COPD.
Stephen was born on Aug. 22, 1951, to James Britt and Lucinda S. Johnson in Richmond, Indiana.
The family moved to Fort Wayne, Indiana, in 1957.
After graduating from North Side High School in 1969, he went on to receive an associate's degree in electronics from Indiana Vocational Technical College in 1972, eventually earning his Master Electrician license in the '90s.
Stephen worked for International Harvester, Metallurgical Processing, INC (MPI), and Essex Corporate as its maintenance electrician and was the owner of Johnson's Launch.
Stephen was predeceased by his parents, James and Lucinda Johnson; and his friend and cousin, Phyllis Stegall Nicely.
He is survived by his daughter, Shannon; his sister, Kathleen; and many cousins, including Ray Garza and children.
A Celebration of Life gathering will be held Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, from 5-7 p.m., at Washington Township Community Center, 1834 W. Wallen Road. Fort Wayne.
Suggested memorial gifts may be made to Purdue University Fort Wayne Helmke Library, where he was proud to say his daughter is a librarian. Checks can be made payable to Purdue Fort Wayne Foundation. In the memo, please list "In Memory of Stephen Johnson".
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Carol Hengy
December 3, 2019
KATHY,
Im so sorry for the loss of your brother. I just saw his obit on the Essex Group Facebook page. Prayers for you and Shannon during this difficult time.
Karen Parkison
November 25, 2019
Shannon-You are always in my prayers and if you need any help just ask.
Karen Parkison
James Connell
November 25, 2019
Shannon, I grew up right down the street from Kathy and Steve. I worked beside Steve at Essex several years. Steve and I had something important in common. We hated surprise parties. Remember the good times.
Jim Connell
Mary Arnold Schwartz
November 24, 2019
Dear Shannon, I'm so sorry to hear of your dad passing away. You will miss him so much. Sending much love and many hugs!! Mary Arnold Schwartz
Judi Loomis
November 24, 2019
Dear Shannon. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
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