William "Bill" E. Johnson

Pickerington - William “Bill” E. Johnson, 86, died Friday, January 6, 2023 at Mount Carmel East, in Columbus, Ohio.

Bill was a retired Chief Master Sergeant, he served in the Ohio Air National Guard and US Air Force. He loved watching and playing golf. He enjoyed tinkering small engines, bicycles or anything else he could get his hands on. But, most of all he had fun tormenting people. ;)

He is survived by his children Mike (Chrissy) Johnson, Pat (Sherry) Johnson, and Melissa (Delmer) McKnight; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; 5 siblings; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Bill is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Lilyon I. (Urquhart) Johnson; 1 granddaughter; 1 great grandson; his parents Clarence Edward and Ruth Margaret (Dickson) Johnson; and 2 sisters.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Mount Carmel East ICU, and hospice, for the compassionate care they provided to Bill.

Calling hours will be held at the Johnson-Smith Funeral Home, 207 S. Main St. Baltimore, Ohio 43105, Saturday, January 28, 2023 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. A memorial service led by Jack Johnson will begin at 3:00 PM. Caring Cremation® has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to The Mount Carmel Hospice, ℅ Mount Carmel Foundation, 6150 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio 43213.

To send an online condolence, and sign the guest book, please visit www.funeralhome.com.