Robert Eaton Johnson
Robert Eaton Johnson
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Robert Eaton Johnson, age 68 of Cadillac, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at Autumnwood of McBain. He was born on July 7, 1957 in Merrill, MI to Horace and Betty Johnson. Robert was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Robert worked and retired from UPS, he also worked for the Wexford County Airport and was manager there. All through his life, he worked at golf course's and enjoyed being outdoors, and camping, even though he was raised in the city.
He is survived by his wife Sonja Johnson, kids Bradford, Elizabeth, Rebekah, Kimberlee, Nichole and Nelson, 12 grandchildren that called him "papa", brother Tom Johnson and many nieces and nephews.
He will join his parents Horace and Betty Johnson and brother Dan Johnson in Heaven.
The family wishes to thank Hospice and Autumnwood caregivers for their kindness toward Robert and his family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family is being served by the Burkholder Family Funeral Home in McBain. The online obituary can be seen at burkholderfamilyfuneralhome.com
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211 North Pine St P.O. Box 38, McBain, MI 49657
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