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Ronald Johnson Obituary

Ronald Lee Johnson, 85, of Kendallville, IN, passed away on January 26, 2026, He worked in the sheet metal industry and was part owner of Environmental Contractors, Inc and did many big projects in the City of Fort Wayne.

He was a member of Waynedale United Methodist Church.

He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas L. Johnson.

Ronald is survived by his wife of 65 years, Shirley A. (Zelt) Johnson; 3 daughters, Tamara A. (Robert) Hooker, Lisa R. (Mark) Howe, and Teresa M. (Richard) Ignace; daughter-in-law, Sandy Johnson; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Haggard-Hirschy & Zelt Funeral Home, with visitation held 3 hours prior to the service from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

For full obituary visit www.hhzfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jan. 29, 2026.

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Linette Roche

January 27, 2026

am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember him for the joy he brought to everyone around him - whether it was the fun activities at home, the snowmobile rides, or the special times at the lake cottage. He had a way of making moments feel happy and meaningful.

He was truly kind and caring, and that is how he will always be remembered. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. Sending you love, strength, and comfort.

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