Mr. Ellis Jim Johnson

Ellis M. "Jim" Johnson

Age 81, of Lockport passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2014. Beloved companion of Laura Wagner, and his "Baby Doll" corgi, Bella; dear father of Sandra (John) Arbisi; loving uncle of Gloria Evenson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ellis and Gertrude nee Sandberg; and 1 sister Margaret (late Oscar) Evenson. Jim was a cherished companion, father of 9 children, grandfather and great-grandfather who will be sorely missed. He was a combat photographer in the United States Army, retired mason in Chicago, past chairman and member of the Verdandi Lodge #3 in Chicago, and member of Grace United Methodist Church in Joliet. Jim was a credit manager at Sears and Was a credit manager at U.S. Pipe & Foundry for 32 years and credit manager at Underground Pipe & Valve Company. He enjoyed church, bowling, and watching the Chicago Cubs. Family will receive friends at Goodale Memorial Chapel, 912 S. Hamilton St., Lockport, IL 60441 on Monday, September 22, 2014 from 10:00 AM until time of Funeral service at 11:00 AM. Interment Brooks Cemetery, Lockport, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to Joliet Area Community Hospice, 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL 60431 appreciated. For information, 815-838-1533 or www.goodalememorialchapel.com.