Michael Ray Johnson

Mike Ray Johnson, age 66, of Quinlan, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 3 PM at his home. He was born on August 18, 1960, in Mesquite, Texas to James Tex Johnson and Lois Petis (Johnson). He grew up in Mesquite where he went to Mesquite High School, graduating in 1978.

After high school, Mike went to work building houses. He then went on to work for the city of Dallas in flood control to city forces. After 26 years of faithful service there, he retired in 2013. He received many awards for his achievements from the City of Dallas. Mike then went to work for TXDoT. It was during this time that he found out he had cancer, which forced him to retire for good in 2025.

Mike was a member of QSA for many years, where he mowed the ballfields, worked concession, and much more. He was a member of Higher Ground Country Church for six years.

He married Tangy Chapman on July 17, 1999 in Combine, Texas, spending 28 years with her until his passing. Mike enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and watching sports with his son, Blake.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, James Tex Johnson and Lois Petis (Johnson); brother, Harold Johnson; and his little Lilly Pup.

He is survived by his wife, Tangy Johnson of Quinlan, TX; children, Bobby (Nikkie) Johnson of Hurst, TX, Sean (Virginia) Johnson of The Colony, TX, Adrian Spicer of Athens, TX; Kayla Spicer of Athens, TX, Blake (Ally) Johnson of Point, TX; ten grandkids, many bonus kids and grandkids; brother, Billy Johnson of Alabama; sister, Patricia Ulloa of Aubry, TX; step-mom, Judy (Billy) Darnell of Alabama; and countless family and friends.

A Celebration of Life for Mike will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 am to noon at Higher Ground Cowboy Church, 2585 E Quinlan Pkwy, Quinlan, Texas. Following the service, there will be lunch at the church for family and friends.

Please come celebrate the life of MJ. Share some of your memories with Tangy and the kids. This is what MJ would have wanted; he loved having get-togethers.