Frances Johnson Obituary

Frances Ellen Johnson

Jun 1, 1936 - Aug 12, 2023

Huron

Frances (Sausser) "Fran" Johnson passed away peacefully Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, at home.

She was born June 1, 1936, in Fremont, to Claren and Lucille Sausser. Fran grew up in Sandusky, graduating from Sandusky High School in 1954. She then attended BG Firelands while working as a commercial artist at American Crayon Company.

In Jan., 1957, she and Walter Johnson were married at Trinity United Methodist Church, Sandusky, and began a 66-year marriage. During that time, three years were spent in the Air Force in Texas and Northern Michigan, followed by 35 years as a homemaker and all-around mother while Walter worked as a store manager. Their journey lead them through three states and eight different moves, eventually settling in Cincinnati for 20 years. In 1990, they retired and moved back to the area with a house on Kelleys Island and residences in Huron and Florida.

Fran and Walter were very active in the community wherever they lived at the time. On Kelleys Island, Fran was active in the Historical Society and KI United Methodist Church. In Sandusky, she was an active volunteer at the Firelands Regional Medical Center gift shop and Huron United Methodist Church.

Frances is survived by her loving husband, Walter; daughters, Jody (Jim) Johnson of Cincinnati and Jill (Steve) Miller of Columbus; son, Jeff (Elizabeth) Johnson of Novi, Michigan; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and numerous nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters; and a brother.

Family, friends, and community members are invited to gather to honor Fran at a celebration of life church service at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Huron United Methodist Church, 338 Williams St., Huron, Ohio, 44839. Private family burial will follow at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Huron United Methodist Church or ASPCA, online or by calling 1-800-628-0028.

Fran's life was a tapestry of love, resilience, and service, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she encountered. She will be deeply missed but fondly remembered, her legacy living on in the lives she touched and the communities she enriched.

Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is assisting family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.