Timothy J. "Tim" Johnson , age 77 and a lifelong farmer in Hamilton County, passed away on
Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis following a short, but courageous battle with a very aggressive cancer.  He was born in Elwood, the son of Gerald W. and Carolyn (Haworth) Johnson.  Tim was a 1964 graduate of Walnut Grove High School and went on to graduate from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture
Majoring in Economics.  Tim was a Lifetime 4-H member and active in FFA.  In college, Tim was a proud member of Alpha Gamma Rho agriculture fraternity.  As an ROTC cadet, after graduating from college he served in the U.S. Army as a Lieutenant, stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War.

Tim loved farming and was devoted to managing Johnson Grain Farms, Inc. – a family business designated as a Hoosier Homestead by the State of Indiana with over 100 years of continuous operation.  He married Kristin K. Peterson on Nov. 28, 1992, and they shared over 30 years of marriage together.  Tim was a longtime member and board member of the Aroma Community Church where he had been active in church functions all his life.  He was also a member of the Quincy Masonic Lodge #230 in Elwood and the Scottish Rite in Indianapolis.

Tim cared about his community and was a founding member of the Hamilton County Planning Commission.  He was also a member of the Hamilton County Board of Zoning Appeals (North District) as well as the Hamilton County Co-op.  Tim received several soil and water conservation awards through the years.  Tim and Kris enjoyed traveling, but he found the most relaxation spending time at his home and houseboat on Dale Hollow Lake.  He loved water and snow skiing.  His favorite pastime was entertaining friends and family at the lake.

Tim was so many things to so many people. He was a son, a brother, a husband, a second dad to many, an uncle, an employer, and a friend to all who knew him.  He was truly a man that had no enemies.  He had a heart of gold, and was always looking out for others to either lend a listening ear or his arms for a hug.  Tim wasn't just present; he was fully present 100% of the time and always concerned for the well-being of others.  Tim will always be remembered for his positive attitude, generosity, wonderful smile, friendly nature, and sense of humor.  He was a faithful Christian.   His life and legacy will never be forgotten, and he will be dearly missed.

Tim's family includes his beloved wife, Kris Johnson of Atlanta; nieces and nephew, Jill A. (Sam) Allen of North Carolina, Jay W. (Malinda) Johnson of North Carolina, and Jennifer L. (Rob) Matthews of Colorado; great-nieces and nephews, Drs. Aubrey (Justin) Hess, Samuel Allen, Jacob Allen, Gabriel Johnson, Lydia (Adam) Dohrmann, Jessie Johnson, Zechariah Matthews, Sarah Matthews, and Adam Matthews; great-great nephew, Sebastian Dohrmann; and mother-in-law, Audrey Peterson of Noblesville.  Tim was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James (and wife Janice) Johnson; and father-in-law, Ward Peterson.

A funeral service celebrating Tim's life will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023 at Aroma Community Church in rural Atlanta with Pastor Bill Johnston and Rev. Elizabeth Nickerson officiating.  Burial will follow in the Aroma Cemetery.  Military honors will be conducted at the cemetery by the U.S. Army and Elwood V.F.W. honor guard.  Visitation will be held from 3 to 8 pm on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home in Elwood and will include a Masonic Lodge ritual at 7:00 pm; and one hour prior to the funeral on Tuesday at the Aroma Community Church.  Memorial contributions are suggested to The Aroma Community Church, Tunnels to Towers.  Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.copherfeslermay.com.