Paul Eldon Johnson
September 16, 1958 ~ October 22, 2025
Born in: Sullivan, Indiana
Resided in: Mooresville, Indiana
Resided in: Mooresville, Indiana
Paul Eldon Johnson
67, of Mooresville passed away on October 22, 2025, at home, surrounded by his family. Paul was born on September 16, 1958 in Sullivan, Indiana to the late Lewis Edward Johnson and Ruth Marie (Gillon) Cooney.
A lifelong resident of Morgan County, Paul attended Monrovia High School. Raised with a strong work ethic and skilled hands, Paul worked as a machinist for Federal Mogul for 22 years. He was a Jack of All Trades, as he enjoyed tinkering around on various projects, as well as the peace and serenity of country living, feeding the deer right out his front door. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his determination, his close relationship with his siblings and a loving, caring heart that was always willing to help someone in need.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by stepfather Clarence Oliver Cooney, brothers Robert N. Johnson, Steven E. Johnson, and Jim Cooney.
He is survived by his wife, Lora (Shoults) Johnson; children Paul Edward Johnson (Krista), Heather Doty (Robert), Dale Snavely, Jr. (Jackie); brother Mark A. Cooney (Julie); sister Mary Ann Moore (Michael); 12 grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews who will all miss him dearly.
In keeping with his wishes, Paul was cremated and his family will gather to celebrate his life privately.
Final arrangements and cremation are entrusted to Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Unfortunately, I didn’t know you personally, Paul. However, knowing the work-ethic, character and genuineness of your brother Mark and knowing how he feels about you and how much he cherished your friendship and relationship — well, that tells me all I need to know.
Rest In Peace Brother!
So sorry for your loss. I worked at Federal Mogul too.
Paul and his brothers were in my old Scout troop. Sorry to see Robert and Steve are gone. Paul leaves special memories. It is good to see what good man he was. He had a special affinity for animals…and they for him. I chuckled when I saw that he fed deer at his front door. At our camp site in Jackson County..think it was the Spring of 1972, an orphaned goat became a tent mate of Paul or Steve…cannot remember..maybe both. If critters like you it’s a pretty good indicator that people will to. My candle would be a campfire.
Lora, so sorry for you and your family’s loss. Worked with Paul for over 20 years at Federal Mogul. Alot of good times were had. R.I.P.
Thanks Paul for all the crazy good times !!! Carl and Charles Elliott
I will keep you and the wonderful memories in my heart.
Till we see each other again.
I love you .
Your loving sister
Mary Ann
Lora,
Sorry for your loss. Paul was a great friend and co-worker. Had several memories with you and Paul. He will be missed. I worked with both of you at Federal Mogul for over 19 years. R.I.P
Josie & Norman Ferguson
Josie & Norman Ferguson
Oh my Lord, I just found out Paul passed away. My heart is so saddened and for the family and his wife as well. I worked at Federal Mogul from 1979 to 1987. Paul’s a very good friend of mine. We hung out a lot, we road our motorcycles together, one night after work,he show me his trailer he’s remodeling. He was remodeling the trailer for him and his son. He always looks so forward getting his son . He told me a story one time about a deer was tangled up in a fence, he got out to help the deer. He helped untangled from the fence. The deer end up beating the crap out of him, but he got it freed. He come by the house and showed me some of the scrapes and bruises that he got from the deer and we laughed. Wow, a lot of memories hung out together GOOD MAN and heart of gold. I love you, brother and God bless your family. I worked with Lora as well. Godspeed.