Nenaakamiganong – Eagle Clan
It is with great sadness that the family of Steve Johnson announces his passing on Sunday January 10, 2021 at the La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont.
Steve was born on March 12, 1950 in Emo, Ont. to George Johnson and Mabel Sears. He grew up around Clearwater Lake, first at 17B and then later at Naicatchewenin First Nation. As a young man he worked as a logger and fishing guide. He loved to be in the outdoors, especially on the lake. Steve started working in child welfare as a young man and worked with the youth for over 25 years. It was during this time that he utilized his gift as a Native Healer, helping people across Canada and the United States. As his health failed and he was not able to give to his community his focus turned to spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was very proud of each of them.
He leaves behind his wife Jocelyn; children Mary, Steve Jr., Leonard, Raylene (Kaleb) and Wade (Kristen); grandchildren Connor, Anna, Andrew, Stevie, Beckhym, Kynsleigh and Audi; sisters Janice, Gloria, Elise (David); sister-in-law Janice Carmondy; mother-in-law Myrtle; sisters-in-law Candy (Jeff), Monique; brothers-in-law Vince and Guy; his adopted family through ceremony as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
Steve was predeceased by his parents George Johnson and Mabel Smith; daughter Megan; siblings Gladys, Elvis, Angie, Rose, Viola and a twin brother shortly after birth; as well as a large extended family of in-laws and nephews.
A traditional wake and ceremony was held at the Naicatchewenin First Nation Gymnasium on Thursday, January 14, 2021 with Elder Ron Indian-Mandamin officiating.
The pallbearers were close friends of the family.
Online condolences may be made in care of www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com.
