Deborah Johnson

Deborah G. Johnson, 73, of Danville, IL passed away at 5:18 PM on March 11, 2025 at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville, IL.

Deborah was born on September 11, 1951 the daughter of Thomas and Viola Janette (Davidson) Babcock, Sr in Sandusky, MI.

Deborah is survived by her sons, Phillip Johnson of Miami, FL and Michael (Brandy) Johnson of Gwinn, MI, three grandchildren, Mikayla Johnson, Brooke Johnson and Elizabeth Johnson all of Gwinn, MI as well one brother, Robert Babcock of Sandusky, MI and life-long friend, Margaret Beld of Oakwood, IL.

Deborah is preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Thomas Babcock, Daniel Babcock and Frederick Babcock.

Deborah taught Home Economics at Westville High School for many years. She enjoyed spending her free time cooking, scrapbooking, shopping and taking road trips with family and friends. Debrah also loved her dogs and had several over the years.

As per her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded, and private family services will be held. Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville, Illinois, 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, IL 61834 is assisting the family with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Deborah’s memory to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Please join Deborah’s family in sharing memories, photos and videos on her tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com .