Marvin Johnson

Marvin R. Johnson, 86 of Rockton, IL died Friday July 7, 2023 in the VA Hospital in Madison, WI after a lengthy illness. He was born in Forreston, IL on October 30, 1936, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Maelon and Augusta Johnson. He attended Leaf River High School. He joined the U.S. Air Force serving during peace time. He married the love of his life, Ellen Hopkins on November 18, 1966 in Rockford, IL. He worked at Warner Lambert as an electrician for many years before retiring to Sun City West, AZ. After moving to Nevada he was employed as a test driver for Volvo. Marvin enjoyed hot rods, drag racing and the Chicago Bears.
Survivors include: daughter Jane (Jeff) Lane; grandsons Felix (Randy) Schultz and Kyle Lane; great granddaughter Daisy Schultz; brother LaVerne (Marcia) Johnson and numerous nieces; Special friends Louise Thorpe and Bart & MaryAnn. Stepsons Matt, Forrest and Joe Petsch.
Predeceased by parents, wife, sister.
Private family ceremonies will be held at a later date.