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Benjamin Keith Johnson, "Ben," age 32 of Dayton, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024. He was born July 23, 1992 in Dayton, Ohio.
Ben was a member of New Hope Church and was a member of Greater Dayton Area Emmaus. He is a child of God and loved with everything he had. He was compassionate and gentle. He was the best husband, grandson, step-dad, and son in the world. Ben was a fighter. He was strong, he was brave, he was courageous, and he NEVER gave up. His spirit was like no other. God broke the mold when he blessed us with Ben. Ben is in Heaven, but he is still blessing us and others on earth. Ben is a hero.
Ben is survived by his loving wife, Sam; grandfather, Keith Koch, Sr.; daughter, Marissa Turner; step-son, Justin Turner; son, Chance Wells; sister, Benneal Johnson; brother, Wayne Johnson; uncle, Keith Koch Jr.; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Melissa Johnson; and grandmother, Jo Ann Koch.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 10 am to 11 am at Newcomer Kettering Chapel (3940 Kettering Blvd., Kettering, Ohio 45439). Funeral service will begin at 11 am with Pastor Jeff Cartwright. Burial will follow in David's Cemetery.
To share a memory of Ben or leave a special message for his family, please visit the Guestbook below.
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3940 Kettering Blvd, Dayton, OH 45439

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