Catholic Priest Monsignor John Johnson Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle In Ohio
A longtime serving Catholic priest associated with St. Agatha Church in Upper Arlington, Ohio, Monsignor John Johnson has died after he was reportedly struck by a vehicle while walking near the church community.
The crash incident that too the priest life happened on the morning of September 29 at the intersection of Tremont Road and Ridgecliff Road, according to the City of Upper Arlington. Details from the incident or accident ground stated that, Johnson was seriously injured in the collision and was taken for medical treatment. He died from the sustain injuries on the night of September 30.
The Upper Arlington Police Division has continued to investigate the circumstances which surrounds the crash. Authorities have asked anyone who may have witnessed the incident and still yet speak out for further investigators to contact the police at 614-459-2800. Officials have not announced any final conclusions regarding the circumstances of the collision.
Johnson’s sudden death has prompted an outpouring of grief from the Catholic church community in Central Ohio. St. Agatha Church described him as a beloved servant of God who provided spiritual guidance and inspiration to many parishioners when he was alive and during his years of priesthood.
His ministry in the Diocese of Columbus extended for more than five decades. The records which follows after his death, stated that, Johnson was ordained to the priesthood in 1974 and served in several roles within the Catholic Church, including work connected to canon law and the diocesan tribunal. A 2020 Catholic Times notice identifies him as Monsignor John Johnson, JCD, serving as a presiding judge of the Diocese of Columbus tribunal.
The Diocese of Columbus has further expressed sorrow upon learning about his death, remembering him as a priest who invested many years in the lives of people throughout Central Ohio. The diocese then said, he would be greatly missed by fellow priests and parishioners across the 23 counties.
His parish, St. Agatha Church has announced funeral arrangements for Johnson. Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, at 8:30 a.m. at the church, with Bishop Earl K. Fernandes scheduled to celebrate the Funeral Mass at 10 a.m.
As the investigation continues, parishioners and fellow Catholics members are remembering Johnson for his many years of priestly service and spiritual ministry.
The parish has asked the faithful to pray for the repose of his soul and for comfort for his family, parishioners and everyone touched by his vocation.
