Dion Cavelle Johnson

Dion C Holley-Johnson, 62, of Massillon, Ohio peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on Monday, July 15th, 2024. He was born on October 8th, 1961 in Canton, Ohio. Dion is preceded in death by his (Father) John C Holley Jr. & (Sister) Andrea Holley-Beard. He is survived by his (Mother) Minnie Jackson, (Step-Father) Roy L Johnson, (Daughter) Lauren Holley-Johnson, (Brothers) Derrick & Devin Johnson, (Nieces) Ashley Lewis, Brittany Anthony & Melanie Johnson & a host of other family members. 

Dion graduated from Massillon High School, served active-duty in the USA Army National Guard & studied at The Ohio State University. He loved Football & was a true Ohio State Buckeyes fan. Dion really enjoyed sports entertainment, music, great food & laughs with friends & family. He was a real peace maker at heart & had genuine love & respect for all people. Dion had various passions in psychology, business, sports & the food industry. His latest occupation was held at OSU Wexner Medical Center as a Patient Experience Advocate, where he assisted emergency room patients with care. 

Dion was a self-motivated individual & always made the most of life even during its worst moments, he was gracious. Dion was a committed Son & brother, a loving Father, great Uncle & a trustworthy Friend. Those who knew him will remember him best for his intelligence, sense of humor, joyful spirit & kind heart. Dion will be incredibly missed & loved by many. 

 Family will receive friends Thursday August 8, 2024  12PM until 1PM at SMOOT FUNERAL SERVICES, 4019 E Livingston Ave., Columbus, Ohio.  Interment with Military Honors 2:00PM at Union Grove Cemetery,400 Winchester Cemetery Rd. Canal Winchester, Ohio . ML Smoot, Director, 614-444-1463

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