Donald Wayne Johnson of Tomball, Texas passed away after a brief illness on March 23, 2022, at the age of 74. Don was born on April 7, 1947 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Otha and Alva Johnson.

Don graduated from Channelview High School in 1966 before being drafted into service in Vietnam. He served as a combat medic for the 11 ^th Armored Calvary Regiment Blackhorse. Upon returning home, he resumed working in the family business, Someburger, eventually taking over as owner and operator of the Heights location at 11 ^th Street and Studewood. Dons faithful employees Annie Soto, Stella Olgin and Yamileth Reyes have served Houstonians delicious hamburgers for the past 40 years.

Throughout his life, Don was an avid collector that showed his vast array of interests and hobbies, from photography to reading to weaponry. Don loved the outdoors and took numerous bear and elk hunting trips in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Famous one-liners, eye rolling cheesy jokes and endless amounts of quotable sayings were all a part of Don's arsenal. Don's spirit of generosity with gifts of service and kindness are attributes that will be deeply missed. Don was a military historian and had a seemingly endless photographic memory of dates, times, and battles. Whether it was letters, poems, or speeches, profound words were very important to him, as he was a deep thinker who could articulate moments beautifully.

Don is preceded in death by his parents, Otha and Alva Johnson and brother-in-law Jerry Bullard. He is survived by his brother, Otha Johnson, Jr, and his wife Karen, sisters Debbie Bullard and Brenda Blankenship, and her husband Tony. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews of which he was so fond, other extended family members, and a host of friends.

The family wishes to thank the Christian doctors and nurses of the VA Hospital for their compassion over the last several weeks who not only provided care, but also directly ministered to Don.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday March 29 ^th from 5 to 8 PM at Klein Funeral Home in Tomball. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday March 30 ^th 10 AM at Tomball Assembly of God Church in Tomball, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Don to the Blackhorse Association, or the charity of the donor's choice.