Daniel "Dan" Johnson

JOHNSON, Daniel "Dan" Edward - Age 73, of Durand, passed away Friday, April 9, 2021. In accordance with Dan's wishes cremation will take place. Private services will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Arrangements provided by Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek.

Daniel was born on May 13, 1947 in Owosso the son of Edwin and Josephine (Lemos) Johnson. He graduated from Owosso High School, class of 1965. Dan and Brenda Johnson were united in marriage on January 29, 1966 in Owosso. He proudly served in the United States Army and National Guard before his honorable discharge. Dan worked as a bus driver for many years with the Shiawassee Regional Education Service District and GM for 34 years before his retirement. He was a member of the Durand AMVETS Post 2273 and the Durand Eagles Aerie 3851. In his free time he enjoyed spending time with his family, shooting pool, golfing, camping, fishing, and playing his guitar by the campfire.

He is survived by his loving wife, Brenda Joyce Johnson; son, Robert Daniel Johnson and his children, Joslyn and Bella; son, Thomas Edward (Rachael) Johnson and their children, Julia and Eddie; mother, Josephine Hall; brother, Lynn Johnson; and sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Daniel was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Johnson and sister-in-law, Denice Johnson. Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.