Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
BirthMar 25, 1928, Preble County, Ohio470, Marjorie Jean Gardner Johnson
DeathJun 17, 2017, Eaton, Preble County, Ohio470, Marjorie Jean Gardner Johnson
BurialMound Hill Cemetery, 533 West Main Street, Eaton, Preble County, Ohio470, Marjorie Jean Gardner Johnson
Spouses
BirthFeb 16, 1927470, Willard L. Johnson
DeathFeb 19, 2025470, Willard L. Johnson
BurialMound Hill Cemetery, 533 West Main Street, Eaton, Preble County, Ohio470, Willard L. Johnson
FatherRaymond Dalrymple JOHNSON (1895-1986)
MotherBeulah OTT (1893-1927)
ChildrenDiane
 Richard Lloyd (1949-2018)
Obituary Online notes for Margie Jean GARDNER
Marjorie Jean Johnson, age 89, of Eaton, OH went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the Vancrest Nursing Center in Eaton. She was born March 25, 1928 in Preble County to the late Ingle and Edith (Dennison) Gardner. She was a member of the Eaton Church of the Brethren; and retired in 1983 after almost 20 years of employment as an Operator with the United Telephone Company.

In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her brothers Cecil Gardner and Kenneth Gardner; sisters Pauline Foust and Hazel Christ; and great granddaughter Amanda K. Johnson.

She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Willard Lloyd Johnson of Eaton; daughter Diane (Ray) Ross of Eaton; sons Richard (Pam) Johnson and Eddie (Kathy) Johnson both of Eaton; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Girton Schmidt & Boucher Gard Funeral Home, Eaton is assisting with arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be sent to any charity of donor’s choice. Online condolences and other remembrances may be sent to the family by visiting www.gsbfuneralhome.com.
470, Marjorie Jean Gardner Johnson
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Created Jun 9, 2026 by Terry M. Whitesell

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