He was born April 12, 1931, in Ravenna, Ohio, to parents Charles F. and Mary Nina (Twitt) Johnson. Billy proudly served his country as a veteran of the US Army and the US Air Force. He was a longtime member of Grace Episcopal Church in Ravenna.
He was an architectural draftsman, working most recently with David L. Sommers Architects in Kent. Billy also taught drafting at Maplewood Career Center. He was a former Police Officer in Streetsboro and a mail carrier. Billy studied martial arts and taught them as well.
He is survived by his former spouse Sally (Boggess) Johnson, his children: William E. (Kathy) Johnson, Christopher (Joelle) Johnson, Julianna (Gary) Miller, David S. Johnson, his 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and his brother Mike (Shirley) Johnson.
Billy’s wishes for cremation are being honored. The Reverend Carol Evans will officiate his memorial service at 10:00 AM on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna, with military honors following. All guests must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Grace Episcopal Church.
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