Russell Johnson Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Russell Johnson of Harrisburg, Illinois, whose life came to an end on October 15, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Bruce Johnson and Bernice Johnson (Stuby); his wife Shirley Gidcumb; and his brothers, Larry Johnson and Benny Johnson.

He is survived by: his children, Jerry Johnson (Kathy) of Harrisburg, Stephen Johnson (Jill) of Harrisburg and Angela Malone (Mark) of Galatia; his grandchildren, Leann Miller (Ron), Kerry Taborn (Dean), Julie Gott (Jerod), Jenna Jones (Dustin), Jessi Johnson (Stephen Fricks), Kent Johnson, Chelsea Johnson (Matt Rines), Allie Hampton (Gentry) and Paige Malone; his great grandchildren, Kyle, Megan, Taylor, Jace, Kaden, Jonson, Jia, Landen, Tavis, Mae, Jocci, Jemma, Janson, Justice, Claudia and Millie; his great great grandchildren, Leah, Jameson and Jireh; and his sisters, Teresa Young of Riverside, Missouri and Linda Gribble (Lannie) of Marion. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church or Macedonia Cemetery and will be received at Stricklin Funeral Home.