Don Johnson, 78, of Wauchula, died at home on Nov. 13, 2009. He was born in Meadow Grove, Nebraska on Jan. 22, 1931. He came to Hardee County from Hollywood, FL six years ago. He was a painting contractor. Survivors include his wife, Kalla Johnson of Wauchula; 1 son, Rick Johnson of Wauchula; 2 daughters, Connie Johnson and Pam Kendall, of Wauchula; 1 sister, Marjorie O'Banion of Norfolk, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren, Kevin and James Oviatt, Shelly, Dusty, and Casey; and 2 great-grandchildren. Private services will be held at a later date.