Crystal Falls- Ward Johnson, 73, of Mansfield Twp., Mich., passed away Thursday, November 5, 2020 at his home. He was born January 30, 1947 in Crystal Falls, Mich., son of the late Rudolph and Tunnie (Korkimaki) Johnson. Ward grew up and attended school in Crystal Falls. He proudly served in the United States Navy until his honorable discharge. Ward worked as a machine operator for Foley Inc., Manitowoc, Wis., until his retirement. Survivors include one niece, Marian (Max) Sullivan, Florence, Wis.; two nephews, Thomas (Mary) Lindow II, and David Lindow, both of Commonwealth, Wis.; two great nephews, Thomas Lindow III and Max Sullivan, both of Florence; and two great nieces, Katherine Lindow, Duluth, Minn., and Christina Lindow, Florence, Wis. In addition to his parents, Ward was preceded in death by one sister, Helen Lindow. In accordance with Ward's wishes, private family services will be held. You may leave a condolence or tribute for Ward's family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com The family has chosen the Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Crystal Falls, Mich., to honor Ward's legacy of life.