Michael Duane Johnson, 44, of Newark, DE, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023. Born in Wilmington, DE, on April 3, 1978, he was the son of Deborah Brown Johnson and the late Gary S. Johnson.

Mr. Johnson was a line cook in the restaurant industry. An avid Flyers fan, he enjoyed cooking, gardening, and attending to his aquarium.

In addition to his mother, survivors include his sisters, Deanna Otto and her daughters, Audrey and Emilia, Wilmington, DE, and Kyleen Johnson and her husband, Matt Weimer, Portland, OR and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral service and interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ashland Nature Center, in care of Hicks Home for Funerals, 103 W. Stockton Street, Elkton, MD 21921.