James A. "Jim" Johnson, age 70, of Hobart and formerly of Burns Harbor, passed away suddenly on Sunday. May 23, 2021.

Jim was born on January 26, 1951 in Michigan City, IN to the late Herbert and Velma Grace Johnson.  He was a graduate of Chesterton High School, Class of 1969 and worked as a Millwright at Cleveland Cliffs (formerly Arcelor Mittal).  He married Patty (nee Jansen) in Wheeler, IN on September 9, 1995 and spent 25 wonderful years together.

Jim, or "JJ" as he was referred to by his work buddies, was a member of the Local 6787.  He was a former president of the 5 ^th Chapter Motorcycle Club and a friend of Bill W.  Jim was instrumental in the founding of Moraine House in Valparaiso.  He enjoyed playing chess and tinkered with anything he could get his hands on.  He loved his family, adored his grandchildren, and absolutely spoiled his beloved dogs Bella and Chase.  Jim will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Jim is also survived by his children: Matthew (Jodi) Johnson, Anthony Malesevic, and Katie Grace (Ryan) Gallagher; sister: Judy (Don) Tharp; grandchildren: Blakely Johnson, Summer, Josh, Christian, Roland, Analise, Mosiah, Genevieve, Rebecca, Michael, Virginia, and Declan McCord, and Issac Gallagher; son-in-law: Scott McCord.

Jim is also preceded in death by his daughter: Amy Christine McCord and sister: Jan (nee Johnson) Wagner.

There will be a Celebration of Life planned for a later date.  Cremation and arrangements entrusted to Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel.  To view online obituary and share condlences, please visit www.reesfuneralhomes.com .

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Moraine House in Valparaiso (353 Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383).