Obituary of Douglas James Johnson

Johnson, Douglas James Saginaw, Michigan Our family lost the most loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and brother. Douglas J. Johnson passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Wednesday, January 20, 2021. He was 81 years old. Douglas was born on February 16, 1939 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Neil and Mary (Brad) Johnson. He married Susan Jean Zimmerman on December 23, 1976. They shared 45 amazing years together before she passed away on February 17, 2016. Douglas was employed by General Motors, until retiring after 32 years of service. He also loved working on vehicles and roofing. Douglas had a huge heart, he loved and cared about everyone. No matter the cost he always made sure no one went without. He had so much love for his family, was always there to love, support, and help them. He enjoyed going hunting and fishing. But, his true love and passion was junking, he would never miss a day in his little blue truck. Surviving are his children, Melissa (Nathan) Mocco, Pebbles Johnson-Tappa (Jesse Erickson), Glen Johnson, and Michael (Christine) Johnson; daughter in-law Linda Johnson; grandchildren, Austin, Brenden, Audessa, William, Brook, Bambi, Adam, Ryan, Micheal, Brian, Connie and Reggie; (15) great grandchildren; siblings, Don Johnson and Clyde Johnson; many nieces and nephews and many other special relatives and friends. Douglas was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Johnson; his sons, Harry Johnson and Douglas Johnson Jr; his sister, Martha Evens; five brothers, William "Bill" Johnson, Thomas "Tom" Johnson, Arthur "Art" Johnson, Charles "Dick" Johnson, and Robert "Bob" Johnson; granddaughter, Crystal Johnson and his ex-wife, Judith Lambert. Douglas will be missed deeply by the ones that love him. They will forever cherish each and every memory shared with him. Douglas wished for no services, cremation has taken place. He wishes to be remembered, always for who he was. Deisler Funeral Home is honored to serve the Johnson family. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family through www.deislerfuneralhome.com