Brian Ronald Johnson, 66, of Green Bay, Wisconsin went to Heaven after a long illness. He was born on December 31, 1959, to Jack and Jeanette Johnson in Crystal Falls, Michigan. Brian graduated from Preble High School in 1978. He went to college and law School at Oral Roberts University in Oklahoma. Brian graduated from Oral Roberts University in 1985. He worked as a lawyer on the Menominee Reservation in Keshena for 20 years. Brian then practiced law on his own, until he became ill.

Brian was known for his sense of humor and kindness. He was very intelligent in many ways. Brian had a love of music and history. He loved to watch Jeopardy and always knew many of the answers. In his younger years he liked to play Trivial Pursuit. He liked to watch Packer Games, as well as UW Madison Football and Women’s Volleyball.

Brian had a very special bond with his sister Carla. They shared so many great memories together growing up, and the last few years. They listened to music together and read devotions. They talked about anything and everything.

Brian was preceded in death by his father Jack and his mother Jeanette, as well as his sister Lori and stepdad Eugene.

He is survived by his sister Carla (Leon) Phillips and his three nieces, Jacklyn, Ashley, and Kylie.

Friends may call at Nickel Funeral Home 7101 Morrison Rd. Greenleaf (Morrison) on Monday, August 3, 2026, from 4:00PM until time of service at 6:00PM with Pastor James Enderle from Living Savior Lutheran Church

officiating.

Brian’s family would like to thank all the nurses at Green Bay Health Services, especially Judy & Mary Beth. They would like to also thank the doctors and nurses at Bellin Hospital. Also thank you to Caren and Brooke from Lakeland Care. A special thanks to Pastor James Enderle who has been visiting and praying with Brian over the last two years.