Don E. Johnson, 68, of Anderson Township, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at Christ Hospital. He was born October 7, 1947 in Cincinnati, son of the late Edward and Elizabeth Smith Johnson. He was married to Brenda Helton Johnson, who survives.

Don was a proud United States Air Force Vietnam Veteran. His grandchildren and family were his hobbies.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Melissa Parcell and Kristy (Greg) Close; grandchildren, Steven Parcell, Tyler Parcell, Autumn Parcell, Nolan Madden and Keegan Madden; brother, Duane (Deloris) Johnson and his sisters, Loretta (James) Anderson, Frona Kay (Dennis) McWhorter and Neaoma (Jerry) Besser.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Daniel Johnson.

Visitation was held from 12:00 PM until the time of service at 1:00 PM, Saturday, December 19, 2015 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, 177 W. Main St. (SR 125), Amelia. Interment followed at Pierce Township Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, Florida 32256.