Cecil E. Johnson, 74, of Coshocton passed away January 9, 2015 at the Coshocton County Memorial Hospital.
He was born May 4, 1940 in Dresden to the late Glen and Nellie (Dickerson) Johnson.
Cecil served in the United States Navy on the U.S.S Dogfish Submarine. He worked and instructed for Ohio Bell and Ameritech for 36 years before retiring. He was a member of the Sportsman’s club, Columbus Sub Vets, and Holland Club. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He was also an avid sports fan who loved the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Indians and The Ohio State Buckeyes.
Cecil is survived by his wife, Charlotte (Hall) Johnson whom he married May 9, 1964; two sons Dave (Kim) Johnson of Baltimore, OH and Dan (Gisele) Johnson of Gahanna, OH; five grandchildren Abby, Kyle, Rory Johnson of Baltimore, OH and Ethan and Aidan Johnson of Gahanna, OH; brother Glen Earl Johnson of Plainfield; sister Faye (Bernard) Maple of West Lafayette.
Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his brother Harry Johnson.
A celebration of life will be held at The Miller Funeral Home, 639 Main St., Coshocton on Wednesday January 14, 2015 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Mark Granger officiating.
Coshocton County Veterans Honor Guard will be performing military honors at the funeral home.
Interment will follow at Franklin Cemetery.