Gary E. Johnson, 68, of Troy, Ohio passed out of this life on Monday, March 29, 2004 at his residence after an extended illness. He was born on November 11, 1935 to the late Howard E. & Florence Lloyd Johnson. She is survived by his wife of 50 years, Shelba Pittenger Johnson, and his two children, daughters and Sons-in-law: Teresa and Gail Bowers of Troy, Ohio and Tracy and Brian Moser of Troy, Ohio. Also surviving are a sister and Brother-in-law: Patricia and Marlin James of Gallipolis, Ohio. He has three grandchildren, Ashley Bowers; Celia and Emily Moser all of Troy, Ohio. Along with his parents preceding his in death are three sisters, and five brothers. He was a member of the Franklin Lodge #14F&AM. He retired from General Motors Company after 20 years of service and was employed with DP&L for 19 years. There will be masonic services at the funeral home. The Rev. Gill Krouse will be officiating the service. Contributions may be made to Juvenile Diabetes; Heartland Hospice of Dayton, 3131 S. Dixie Drive, Suite 221, Dayton, Ohio 45439; or American Cancer Society.