Rose Ellen Johnston

Rose Ellen Johnston, also known as "Mimi", age 85 of Marion, OH, passed away May 12, 2026, at Marion General Hospital. Rose was born to the late Culver and Nellie “McElroy” Harris March 31, 1941, in Marion, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Joan Williams; and brother, Ralph Harris.

Rose is survived by son, Jeff (James Collins) Johnston; daughter, Haley (Chad) Browning; grandchildren, Amanda (Bobby) Hall and Lauren (Alex) Green; great-grandchildren, Harper, Hudson, Harrison, Jameson, and Hayes; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Rose was a graduate of Marion Harding High School class of ’59. She worked for 30+ years at Fulfillment Corporation of America in Marion. Rose enjoyed going to concerts with her friend Kathy, spending time with her family, and she attended “Cousins' Day” when they would gather for lunch once a month. She loved planting flowers, taking family trips to Lake Erie, and vacations to Daytona Beach. Wherever she went, Rose could never be without a cold, crisp Diet Coke in her hand. She loved her family very much and will be deeply missed.

There will be a Celebration of Life service at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Marion Area Humane Society. Moments of remembrance may be left online at www.creamationservicesofohio.com.