Danny Eugene Johnson, Sr., 47, of Chester, Illinois passed away at 11:20 am, Saturday, December 10, 2011 at his residence. He was born to the late Donald A. and Mary Lou (nee Booth) Johnson on July 28, 1964 in Jerseyville, IL. He was a Diesel Mechanic for Gilster-Mary Lee. He was an avid fisherman and loved being with his wife, children and family. He was an Army Veteran. Survivors: Wife: Rebecca Johnson Chester, IL 8 Children: Dwayne Greer (Friend Joe Moore) Cape Girardeau, MO Joey Johnson Palestine, TX Zachary Johnson Lawton, OK Danny Johnson, Jr. Chester, IL Paige D. Johnson St. Genevieve, MO Paige B. Thielemann Chester, IL Kristy Johnson Chester, IL Alexia Johnson Chester, IL 1 Grandson: Ethan Greer 3 Siblings: Alfred (Charlotte) Johnson Chester, IL Tonya (Fiancé Andy James) Johnson Chester, IL Catherine Johnson Chester, IL Father-in-law: Douglas (Garnett) Huegle Baldwin, IL Mother-in-law: Peggy Frazer Ellis Grove Numerous Nieces and Nephews Preceded in death by: Parents It was Danny's wishes to be cremated Gathering of Friends: 12:00 - 2:00 pm, Saturday, December 17, 2011 VFW Hall Chester, Illinois Memorials: Family Choice c/o Rebecca Johnson Interment: Evergreen Cemetery Chester, Illinois