Richard H. Johnson Sr.

Biography: Richard H. Johnson Sr. of Bucyrus passed away on Tuesday September 5, 2017 at home, his death was unexpected of natural causes.  Richard was born June 26, 1945 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Earl William and Mary Lou (Ford) Johnson.  He was married Oct. 4, 1965 to Anna Marie (Gonzales) Johnson who survives.  He is also survived by children Gloria Ann (John) Guzman, Cheryl (Glen) Johnson-Hess, Mariann (Clayton Brewington) Johnson, Richard Michael Johnson, and Richard H. ( Chelsea) Johnson Jr., 8 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.


Richard was an auto body repairman for several years and last worked at Dayco Swan.  He moved to Bucyrus in 1990.  Richard was very active as a volunteer at New Day Ministries and also helped others by working in the food pantry.


Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 am in the New Day Ministries with Bishop Ted Thomas officiating.  The family will receive friends at the Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home on Friday from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm.  The family suggests memorial contributions be made through the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy can be left at www.munzpirnstill.com