Steven Johnson

Steven Johnson obituary, New Philadelphia, OH

Steven Johnson

Steven Johnson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Heritage Cremation & Burial Society - Greater Canton Area on Mar. 13, 2026.
Steven Richard Johnson, 61, of New Philadelphia passed away suddenly on March 10, 2026, surrounded by family. He is survived by his loving wife, Lydia, stepchildren, Fred, Tim, Robert & Dennis, his sisters, Ginny (Mike) Pellington, Debby (Harold) Dillehay, Linda (Del) Jones, his Aunt and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard "Dick by the Crick" and Janet (Gasser) Johnson.

Steve was born in New Phila in 1964 and a 1983 graduate of NPHS. He and his wife, Lydia spent more than two decades living in Texas and recently returned to live by the 'crick' in the family home.

Steve loved to laugh and make people laugh; he especially loved to tell stories and jokes around the campfire.

A celebration of Steve's life will be held at a later date which will be updated once confirmed.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Steve Johnson Memorial Fund at the Dover-Phila Credit Union. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.heritagecremationsociety.com (330) 875-5770

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