James Leo Johnson

James Leo Johnson, 68, of Ligonier, passed away on January 11, 2013 in IU Goshen Hospital. He was born on March 13, 1944 in Knott County, KY to Charlie and Eveline (Jones) Johnson. He married Darlene Riley on July 2, 1965. She preceded him in death. He is survived by 3 daughters: Christina (Edward) Gillespie of Albion, Elsie (Roger Bolling) Weldy of Cromwel, and Thelma (Tony) Chavez of Goshen. 5 Grandchildren survive: Cheyenne and Adriana Weldy; Anthony, Ethan and Nicholas Chavez. 2 Brothers are surviving: Gillis (Clara) Johnson of Topmost, KY and Kenneth (Alice) Johnson of Amboy, IN; as well as 2 sisters: Matreva Sloan of Kite, KY and Sylvia Madden of Vicco, KY. He was preceded in death by a son, James Leo Johnson, Jr., his parents, 5 brothers and a sister. Mr. Johnson was employed with Tenneco Automotive for over 20 years, until his retirement in 2009. He loved hunting and taking care of his yard. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of AARP and the NRA. A funeral service honoring James will be at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier at 11 A.M. on Tuesday, January 15, 1013. Pastor Gary Allen will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Park Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home on Monday, January 14, 2013 from 5-8 P.M. Memorial contributions may be given to Riley Children’s Foundation, 30 South Meridian St., Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46204.