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Robert William Johns
Robert William Johns, 79, a resident of 160 Meadville Pike, Franklin died
peacefully at 4 AM Monday, January 18, 2021 in The Golden Living Center at
Shippenville, following complications of COVID-19.
He was born December 27, 1941 in Worthington, a beloved son of the late: Melvin
and Carrie (Birch) Johns.
He was a 1961 graduate of Worthington-West Franklin High School, Worthington,
Pa.
For many years, Robert had worked at Franklin Industries as a laborer, working
his way to foreman. He was presently still working daily until he was stricken
with the COVID-19 virus.
He was a founder of The Franklin Oil Region Credit Union, and was seated as a
charter member of its Board of Directors at the time of his death.
He was a member of The Fox Street Church of God.
For many years he, and his wife, babysat many area children whom they thought of
as family, and grew to love them as their own grandchildren.
Robert was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan! He also enjoyed fishing; and sharing
quality time with his family, most especially his grandchildren and great
grandchildren who were his pride and joy. Robert especially looked forward to
his Sunday breakfasts with his grandson, Tyler. He will be deeply missed by all
those who loved him!
He was married July 2, 1966 to the former Judy Crisman, who survives.
In addition to his beloved wife of 54 years, he is survived by his children:
Rhonda Rugh and her husband Harlan “Butch” Rugh, Jr.; and Michael Johns and
his wife, Ronda, all of Franklin; in addition to his grandchildren: Amber and
husband, Robert; Kayla and husband, Matthew; Courtney; and Tyler and his
fiancé, Kylynn; in addition to great grandchildren: Cayden; Draya; Ezarae;
Kinsley; and Hudson.
He is also survived by a half-sister, Connie Graham and her husband, Rick of
Franklin; in addition to many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members
and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Melvin Johns;
and by his sister, Emmaline Crissman.
In keeping with his wishes, there will be no public visitation.
Private funeral services are being planned, and will be announced at a later
time by his family due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be directed in his name to either: St.
Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105;
The Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 1645 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505; or
to The Venango County Humane Society, 286 South Main Street, Seneca, PA 16346.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Timothy E. Hartle Funeral
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