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Ronald C. Johnson
Ronald C. Johnson
Cedar Rapids
Ronald C. Johnson, 75, of Cedar Rapids, passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Papich-Kuba Funeral Service is serving the family.
Ron is survived by four children, Ronietta Ricklefs, Nolita (Reinaldo) Vazquez, Riley Parker AKA Anna Johnson, and Curtis (Lauryn) Johnson; nine grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Dolores (Myron) Thorn, Las Vegas, Nev., and Patricia (Gary) Knoop, Hiawatha; two sisters-in-law, Karen Johnson, Lena, Ill., and Phyllis Noe, Independence; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by two wives, Charlotte Johnson and Jean Johnson; two brothers, Robert and Thomas Johnson; two grandsons, Cole Gray and David Johnson; one great-grandson, Roran Clark; and his son-in-law, Ron W. Ricklefs.
Ron enjoyed bowling, golfing, playing darts and pool, and spending time with his family.
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