Donald Lee Johnson, 75, of Franklin passed away peacefully on August 24, 2021, surrounded by family. Donald was born on June 3, 1946, in Portsmouth, Virginia to the late James and Helen Johnson. Don was a proud Army veteran that served during Vietnam in the 173rd Airborne unit.
Don was a great storyteller that always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell, he was hard-working and enjoyed helping others whenever he could. Don married Teresa A. Johnson (Taylor) and together they share years of memories. Don loved his family with all he had and will be missed by so many.
Don is survived by his wife, Teresa; son, Donald A. Johnson; daughter, Christine (Christopher) Holt; step-son, Ronald (Jill) Kottlowski; step-daughter, Mindy Sparks; grandchildren, Caitlin Johnson, Jacob Johnson, Nate Johnson, Joey Corbin, Elizabeth Holt, Jeremy Kottlowski, Chesney Benge, Brody Benge; brother, Jim (Linda) Johnson; sister, Sue Manuel; and several nieces and nephews.
Don is preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Julie Johnson; step-son-in-law, David Sparks; and sister, Joan (Paul) Yorkdale.
Visitation will be on Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 12 pm at Nineveh Christian Church, 1261 E. 775 S. Nineveh, IN until the time of the service at 4 pm. Pastor Tom Knight will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Donald`s memory may be sent to American Heart and Lung Association.
Services will be live streamed at https://www.facebook.com/groups/415533419339321