John Francis “Daniel” Johnson

Daniel Johnson passed away peacefully in London, Ontario on June 11, 2026 in his 88th year. He was the beloved husband of Cherie for more than 67 years and the father of: Danny (Linda) Johnson predeceased in 2010, Alice (Michael) Whitson, Catherine (Gino) Falzone and David (Jennifer) Johnson and was loved dearly by his grandchildren: Andrew, Jillian, Alisha, Daniel, Sam, Haley, Nicole, Matthew, Michael, Chelsea and Megan and great grandchildren James, Caledonia, Isobel and Rowan. He was predeceased by his parents Hilda (Meredith) and Hector Johnson, and brother Lewis Johnson, sisters Gwen Hamilton and Joy Watts and sister-in-law Mary (Don) Truan. He is survived by his brother Fred Johnson and sister-in-law Carol (Jim) Robinson and many nieces and nephews.

Dan and Cherie spent most of their married life in a small farming community near Charlemont, Ontario where he ran a successful business contracting for underground utilities and installing swimming pools. He was a member of the Charlemont Free Methodist church and his faith guided him throughout his life. After retiring, Dan and Cherie moved to London to be closer to family and their hobby farm in Wingham.

Dan’s infectious smile and kindness, together with Cherie’s hospitality created a vibrant and welcoming home for many. “Digger Dan” was happiest when he was busy – splitting wood, mending fences, tending gardens and ponds, making maple syrup, supervising church renovations or just “puttering” in the barn. He loved family beyond measure and many wonderful years were spent at the Alps of Culross hobby farm teaching his grandchildren to ride a snowmobile, drive an ATV, cross country ski and appreciate the wonder of nature.

Dan and Cherie were proud Canadians and while they travelled extensively in Canada, the U.S and Europe after his retirement they loved to be home with family.

We would like to thank the staff at Ashwood Manor Retirement Home, Mount Hope LTC – St. Mary’s 3 and the Palliative, Internal and Emergency Teams at University Hospital for their care and compassion.

Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at Northview Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 1490 Highbury Ave North, London, Ontario on Wednesday, June 17th at 2:00 p.m. with a visitation immediately before the service from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the service will be available by registering at the link below:

Livestream of the Funeral Service for John Francis “Daniel” Johnson

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners or Maple Grove Christian Retreat Centre.