WOOSTER – Douglas Johnson, age 63, loving husband of 37 years to Sheree (nee Doyle), doting father to Keri, Kyle (deceased), Courtney (Shane Costello), son of Richard and Eleanor Johnson, brother to Tom (Sarah) and Carol, son-in-law to Paul and Jackie Doyle (deceased), brother-in-law to Brian Doyle and a host of nephews and nieces and a wonderful friend to many.
Doug served four years in the Army as an MP, and was a dedicated Wooster Police Officer for 32 years. After retiring, Doug enjoyed working with family and friends at Buehler s Fresh Foods, where he continued to serve his community. Doug was an avid Cleveland Indians fan and loved to travel with his family.
Doug lost his 15-month battle to cancer and went peacefully to be with the Lord on September 23rd. There will be a private family service. A public graveside service will be held Friday, October 2, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, 9560 Acme Road, Seville A Celebration of Life will be held in Doug s honor at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ohio s Hospice LifeCare, 1900 Akron Rd, Wooster, OH 44691.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
Memorial Contributions
Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare, 1900 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691
Service
Private family services will be held with a Celebration of Life Service at a later date.
Visitation
Friday, October 2, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Seville
Scherer and family, was so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. I enjoyed working with hmm I’m at Buehler’s. He is now at peace and free of pain. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in this time of need.
I’m so sorry to learn of Doug’s passing. He was a dear, kind soul. My sympathies to Sheree, Courtney, & Keri.
Enjoyed to see his smiling face at Buehlers. We inquired about his absence at Buehlers and learned of his health. So sorry to hear of his pasting. Our sympathies to the family.
Condolences to the entire family! Your were my favorite family to see when I was a hostess @ Buehlers! Always such a great smiling family! He will be missed! Prayers for all
Thanks, Doug, for spending 32 years dedicated to keeping residents of Wooster safe. God bless you and your family.
Doug was a friend to so many and someone you could totally depend upon in his work. Many times throughout the years we supported one another, side by side. You served your family and community with honor and love. Well done sir.
Doug was my best friend. I have known him since high school. We used to run cross-country and track together. When we got older, our families used to go on vacations together, and we got together once a week to watch the Indians, or Browns play, and to play cards. My family will greatly miss Doug.
Dear Johnson family, My deepest sympathy to you at your time of loss. Doug was a good man and I enjoyed working with him, he had a way to make one smile. He is missed by so many already. Tears !! Love to you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sheree and girls. It was such a privilege to have worked with Doug and see the girls grow up to beautiful young ladies. Wooster is a better place do to Doug’s service. I will always remember his smile. Hugs.
I knew Doug in High School,and he was as great a young man as any I have ever known. I am sure he will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Doug served his fellow man and his family well. He was a great fellow officer and friend. May we all take comfort in the fact that we shared a portion of our lives with this great man.
Thank you for your service. Condolences to the family. The Wooster Wayne Chapter of the DAR
So sorry to learn of Dougs passing. Our sympathies go out to Sheree, Keri and Courtney . Jack will miss talking to him every time he mowed!
So sorry for your loss will keep you in my prayers.
Sheree, my heart goes out to you at this time of great loss. Doug was one of the “good ones”, a man of integrity, a loving husband, and caring Dad. I pray God wraps His loving arms around you, Keri and Courtney, and gives you His Peace, that passes all understanding. You will all be in my prayers. Much love.
I was so sorry to read of Doug’s passing. I worked with him for many years and he was a very respected and honorable officer. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Doug was always helpful and kind working with me. After he retired and worked part time, he still had that great smile for everyone. My prayers are with you, Sheree, and your family.
Doug was a man who treated everyone the same. There was never a time I saw him angry when I worked with him. I always liked hearing about the family vacations his family would take. Prayers to your family Sheree
Doug “Metalhead” Johnson and I worked together for so many years on the same shift and I got to know Doug very well. He was a fine office, husband, and father. We had many good times and I will always remember him as a dedicated officer.
Dear Sheree, Keri, and Courtney,
We were so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. We always enjoyed talking with him when visiting Buehler’s. Our prayers are with you.
Tom and Kim Long
Our family sends prayer and thoughts of sympathy for you. Doug was such a nice kind man and will truly be missed.
Greg and Darby Buehler
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Johnson family. I am grateful for Doug’s very honorable service while in the US Army and Wooster Police Department! May the Lord bring comfort, peace and understanding during this difficult time. God bless!
MY HEART IS BREAKING FOR ALL OF YOU. SO SORRY
Sheree, Keri and Courtney, I was so sad to hear about Doug. Happy memories of Tim and I getting you both together and that first double date. Sending prayers your way for strength, I will be keeping you and the girls in my thoughts.