Johnny L DelRio Sr.
Johnny L DelRio Sr.
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Johnny DelRio Sr. Obituary
Johnny Lee Del-Rio Sr., age 70 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025. He was born March 14, 1955 in Sacramento, California, the son of the late William and Olive Del-Rio.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Jeannie Del-Rio.
Johnny is survived by his children, Brandy (Jesse) Hardin, Johnna (James) Wallace and Johnny (Toni) Del-Rio Jr.; grandchildren, Mason Hardin, Olivea Hardin, Alexis Wallace, Hailey Wallace, Anna Del-Rio, Kylie Del-Rio, Johnny Del-Rio III and Chase Del-Rio; siblings, Debra (Jeff) Clay, Kenneth (Minerva) Del-Rio and Tara Norman; and many other loving family members and friends.
Johnny had a passion for music and was an avid guitar player. He loved his family and his dogs, Echo and Tiger.
Per Johnny's wishes, no services will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
To share a memory of Johnny or leave a special message for his family, please visit the Guestbook below.
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3380 Dayton-Xenia Rd, Dayton, OH 45432
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