Russell Johnson Dec. 26, 1946 – Sept. 10, 2021

      Russell Johnson, 74, of Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, Sept. 10, 2021 in Manchester. 

      A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021 at the Hopkinton Cemetery.

      Russ was born Dec. 26, 1946 in St. Charles, Ill. to Willis and Willa Mae (Loop) Johnson.  He graduated from Monticello High School with the class of 1965.  Russ worked various jobs including Collins Radio, as a police officer in Monticello, a security guard at Wilson Foods, and a machinist in New Hampshire.

      Russ is survived by his children, Ann (Bryan) Smith of Marion and Jeff (Shelly) Johnson of Carlisle, four grandchildren, Breanna and Brennan Smith, Evan and Alex Johnson. 

      He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Carl Johnson, in 2006, and Mary Jane Miller his partner in life.

      Information available and condolences accepted at www.kramerfuneral.com.