Danny Ray Johnson
Danny Ray Johnson died suddenly at his home on Saturday, June 18, 2022. He was born in Tipton on October 25, 1955. His father was Donald Gene Johnson. Danny married Sherrie Ann Reeder on October 24, 1997, enjoying over 24 years of marriage.
Danny retired from Daimler Chrysler in 2008. He was the production committeeman in casting from 2002 until 2008. He also served as the Vice President of Local 1166 Kokomo Casting from 1993 through 1996 and was the Union Steward throughout his career.
He was a 1973 graduate of Taylor High School. Danny was very active; he loved to golf and enjoyed coaching his children in many sporting activities. Danny had a joy for music, playing his guitar and singing with his brothers. In his spare time he enjoyed watching football and was especially fond of having family gatherings.
Survivors include his wife, Sherrie; children Carey Danielle Tolle (Mark) of Kokomo, Danny Ray Johnson II of Kokomo, Russ Matthew Johnson (Joene) of Sharpsville, Blake Edwin Johnson of Elwood, David Charles Zech (Beth) of Tipton, Derek Eugene Zech of Anderson and Brian Lee Zech (Adrian) of Anderson. Danny has three siblings, Diane Penrod of Danville, IL, Shirlie Holmes of Mt. Vernon and Paula Shank of Mt. Vernon. 15 grandchildren include Teighlor, Laney, Madison, Deitric, Olivia, Aidan, Brooke, Hope, Syruss, Corbin, Wesley, Brinley, Jen, Chris, and Addison. Great-grandchildren are Addysen, Graysen, Tinslee, and Raelyn.
Danny was preceded in death by three brothers, Douglas, Donald and Larry Johnson and one sister, Janice Harper.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 1, at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with Chaplain Terry Lindsay presiding. Burial will follow at Brookside Cemetery in Windfall with military honors. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Sherrie, I am so sorry for your loss, Hugs and prayers
for you, Blake and all the other kids and family.
Pray you are doing better.
We are so saddened by the loss of Danny.. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends.
Love and prayers,
John & Norma Nantroup
Sherrie, I’m so sorry on your loss of Danny. Thinking of you and your family sending you prayers and ((hugs)).
Christina Sampson Robey
Sherri , Blake and the family. So sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs God be with u through this time. Love Robyn Hamilton
So sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.. May you find peace and comfort at this time of sadness. Love ya. ❤️
Momma Sherrie I’m so sorry for your loss. I know words cannot bring much comfort but know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to be during this most difficult time. We hope you are feeling better as well. Our only comfort in dealing with death is the Lord, so lay he bring you peace and comfort and guide you in all things.
Love you ❤️
Lindsay Templin and Family
Sorry for your loss, I pray that the good Lord be with you during this time and will help you mend your broken heart…
With love Mike
My condolences to the family and R.I.P. Danny.
Sherrie you have my heartfelt sympathy. Prayers and strength to endure these difficult times.God Bless