Johnny Grace

February 28, 1942 - October 19, 2020

Johnny Ray Grace born on February 28, 1942 to Lucien and Marie Grace in Lovely, KY passed away on October 19, 2020. He was preceded by his parents, sister Ann Runyons and brother Lucien Grace. Johnny is survived by his loving wife Joann Grace; sons, Johnny R. (Crystal) Grace II and Aaron R. Grace; grandchildren, Johnny R. (Hannah) Grace, III, Trevor Michael Shires and Nicole Ann Shires; sister, Lula May Rose; as well as many extended family. Johnny graduated from Warfield High School in Lovely, KY in 1959, and enlisted in U.S. Air Force, in January 1960. In 1964 he returned home to Lovely where he met Joann Jarrell. They were married on November 20, 1965 and shared their love for 56 years. After they were married, they moved to Gahanna, where they have lived since sharing their vows, and raising their two children. For 25 years, Johnny owned his own plumbing business, and worked at OSU for 13 years. He was a member of Gahanna Free Will Baptist Church for 37 years and enjoyed being a musician and playing music and singing at the church. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Gahanna Free Will Baptist Church, 3868 Stygler Road, Gahanna.