Gone Too Soon, But Forever in Our Hearts
With heavy hearts and tear-filled eyes, we announce the passing of Johnny Darrel Crase, who left this world far too soon on June 28, 2025, at the age of 40. His sudden departure has left a deep ache in the lives of all who knew him, and the silence of his absence is already being felt by those who loved him most.
Johnny was more than a son, a brother, or an uncle — he was a steady presence, a warm soul, and a constant source of quiet strength. He lived life not in loud declarations but in simple acts of love, loyalty, and kindness. To know Johnny was to know someone who would do anything for the people he cared about — someone who showed up without question, who listened without judgment, and who loved without limits.
He leaves behind a heartbroken but grateful family: his loving parents, devoted siblings, and a host of nieces and nephews who adored their Uncle Johnny with all their hearts. He was the kind of uncle who never missed a birthday, who shared inside jokes, and who gave the best bear hugs. His family was his world, and he made sure they felt it every day.
Johnny’s memory will live on in the everyday moments — the laughter shared over family dinners, the deep talks on quiet nights, the way he made you feel seen even when you didn’t have the words to explain what you were going through. He didn’t need the spotlight to shine; he lit up every room with the goodness of his heart.
In honor of his life, visitation will be held on July 3, 2025, at Wells Funeral Home, where friends, family, and community members are welcome to gather, grieve, and share stories of the man who touched so many lives. **A funeral service will follow on July 4, 2025, a date that now carries a bittersweet weight — not just a celebration of freedom, but a farewell to someone whose love made others feel free to be themselves.
As we come together to honor Johnny’s life, let us hold onto the lessons he quietly taught us: to be kind, to be present, and to love deeply. His time here may have been short, but his legacy — one of unwavering devotion and quiet courage — will echo in the hearts of all who knew him.
To the Crase family: Our deepest condolences. You are not alone in your grief. Your sorrow is shared by a community that stands with you in love, prayer, and memory.
Rest in peace, Johnny. Your love remains. Your story lives on. And you will never be forgotten.