John was a Boy Scout and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He graduated from Ruskin High School in the Class of 1972. John was licensed as a Master Electrician, working many years as an industrial electrician. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge and loved being Santa Claus at the Eagles Christmas events. He coached Little League Baseball in Bronaugh, participated on bowling leagues, enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping and hanging out with his friends.
John is survived by four children, Elton (Tracy) Johnson, Kansas City, MO, Matt (Wendy) Johnson, El Dorado Springs, MO, Elizabeth (Leland) Johnson, Sheldon, MO, Edward Johnson, Nevada, MO; stepdaughter, Monica (Jim) Titmus, Paola, KS; nephews, Danny Anders and Terry (Christine) Anders, both of Kansas City, MO, Michael (Samantha) Davis, Sr, Nevada, MO; companion, Deanne Brown; former spouse, Margaret Clifton, Sheldon, MO; fourteen grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Neoma Johnson; sisters Judy Anders and Jewell Davis; and a niece, Tina Anders.
Memorial services will be at 11:00a.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, at Ferry Funeral Home with Dr. Jerod Lamb officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00a.m., prior to the service.
