Donald W. Johnson Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Donald W. Johnson of Melrose, Massachusetts, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 16, 2026 at the age of 99. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald W. Johnson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Palmer Johnson and Ruby Johnson; his former wife Carol Anne Rose (Rose); his wife Carolyn Johnson (Zeitz); and his daughter Carol Lee Schmahl (Jeff) of Granby, CT.
He is survived by: his son David Johnson of Medford; his stepchildren, Claudia Webster (Wayne) of Westborough, Robin Zeitz of Danvers and Amy Norton (John) of Abington; and his grandchildren, Katherine Guthro (Ben), Laura Webster (Jared Schwartz), Michael Norton, Kelly Hofmann (Connor) and Jennifer Schmahl. He is also survived by four great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 6th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Melrose Highlands Congregational Church (355 Franklin St, Melrose, MA 02176).
