Harold Leon Johnson, age 68, of Palestine, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 3:10 PM at Reid Hospital, Richmond, Indiana. He was born on March 22, 1947 in Troy, Ohio, to Gladys Kate (Johnson) Weaver of Arcanum, Ohio.
In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife of 25 years Tamara (Kreitzer) Johnson of Palestine, whom he married on August 29, 1990; son, Brian Johnson of Palestine; mother in law, Sue Kreitzer of Palestine; brother, Daniel Weaver of Ansonia, OH; sisters, Darlene Ward of Arcanum, OH and Jennifer Furey of Huber Heights, OH; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his brothers, Dennis and David Weaver and father in law, Bennie Kreitzer.
Leon enjoyed drag racing.
There will be a private services held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.
It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the family. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com