Date of Death: May 28, 2025
Service Details
In accordance with family wishes, cremation will be conducted; no services are planned.
Obituary Notice
Ronald Leo Johnson, 91, of Three Rivers, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Bronson Methodist Hospital.
He was born December 27, 1933 in Kalamazoo, the son of Elmer and Leone (Kern) Johnson, and graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1952 and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Western Michigan University.
Ron served his country in the United States Army.
He worked in sales and manufacturing for Stone Container of Mishawaka Indiana.
Ron married Judith Kay McCabe who lived most of their married life at their home on Pleasant Lake. They both enjoyed fishing and life at the lake. They also had a love for their yearly fishing trips to Canada.
His hobbies included fishing and model making, and he got involved in his community as a member of the Fabius Township Environmental & Wetlands Protection Advisory Committee, Pleasant Lake Association, and Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy.
Remaining to cherish his memory are two sons, Jeff (Susan) Johnson and Keith Johnson; seven grandchildren, Jeff Jr., Matt, Kiri, Alaina, Jacob, Marlia, and Cameron; six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Judith Johnson; and siblings.
Additional Information
Donations in Ron’s memory should be directed to the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. Envelopes will be available at Hohner Funeral Home.
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So sorry to hear the news of Ron’s passing and my sincere condolences to his family. Both Ron and Judy were dear friends of my parents Taylor and Mary Snow. I’m hopeful the 4 of them are now able to enjoy a great day of walleye fishing together!
Chris Snow
Rest in peace Ron. Ron was family, his wife and my wife were first cousins. Ron was a fun guy and a good guy. He was a regular at our Christmas Eve family gathering for many years after Judy past away. He was 91 and had a good run. He will be missed and Jeff and Keith know I am thinking about you.