Dennis Johns, 59 / March 5, 1952 — April 17, 2011

Published 7:46 pm Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Dennis Lee Johns, 59, of Church Street in Bridgman, died at 12:31 a.m. Sunday, April 17, 2011 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph following an extended illness.

He was born March 5, 1952 in St. Joseph to Robert W. and Norma (Ott) Johns and lived in Bridgman most of his life. He was employed at the former Pemco Die Cast in Bridgman.

Dennis was a member and past commander of the Sons of American Legion Post 331 in Bridgman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping locally.

He is survived by his son, Anthony Johns of Buchanan; brother, David Johns of Wisconsin; three nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Norma Johns, and a brother, Dale Johns.

The family of Dennis Johns will receive friends and relatives from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 22 at Halbritter Funeral Home in Niles, where the Sons of American Legion Post 331 will provide member honors.

Contributions in memory of Dennis may be made to the donor’s choice.