Merlyn Johnson Obituary

The world bids farewell to Merlyn Johnson of Sioux Center, Iowa, departing on January 7, 2026 at the age of 88. Merlyn leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Merlyn Johnson to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Milo Johnson and Hulda Johnson (Moren); his siblings, Shirley of Westminster, CO, Cortland (Marilyn) of Baltic, SD and Charles (Marge) of Gales Ferry, CT; and his niece Gloria Mills of Colton, SD.

He is survived by: his former wife Rose Mary Kock of John's Lutheran; his wife Mary Lou Johnson of Sioux Center, IA; his children, Bonita Heilman (Tom) of Watertown, MN, Joel (Kristi) of Craig, IA and Sarah Cam (Touly) of Sioux Center, IA.; his grandchildren, Katie Benson (Danny) of Horace, ND, Adam Heilman (Erynn) of Winsted, MN, Libby Heilman (James) of Winsted, MN, Taylor Julius (Collin) of Bancroft, IA, Ross Johnson (Cassie) of Tea, SD, Alyssa Oliver (Tyler) of New Hope, MN, Willeam Cam (Janae) of Orange City, IA and Thai Cam (Rian) of Sioux Center, IA; and his great grandchildren, Laekyn, Levi Benson and Hayes Julius. He is also survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

The Johnson family prefers memorials be directed to the Hope Lutheran Church Audio / Visual Fund.