Leslie E. Johnson

FULTON – Leslie E. Johnson, 72, of Fulton died May 25,2026 in the Oswego Hospital after a long illness.  Leslie was born in the Town of Granby, the son of the late Howard and Alice (Emerick) Johnson. He retired from the Town of Granby, as a heavy machine equipment operator, after many years of service. Leslie was a proud lifetime member of the Cody Volunteer Fire Department. He served as a Fire Commissioner for the Cody Fire District for 23 years.

Leslie was also active with Boy Scouts in the Phoenix area. He served as scout leader for the Phoenix Scout Troop # 750. He was a founding member of the Parents and Leaders of Phoenix Scouts, and sat on the Eagle Review Board. Several Scouts obtained their Eagle Badge with his guidance. He also earned his own Wood Badge and participated in Wood Badge training sessions.

Leslie is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Rebecca (Thomas) Johnson of Granby, and their children Heather Johnson of Granby, Brett (Rachel) Johnson of Canton, and his siblings Elma Smith of Fulton, Susan Todd of FL., and Harold (Carolyn) Johnson of Fulton.  He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren Grey, Devin, Emily, Elliot, Clara, Dorothy, and Millie. Leslie was predeceased by his siblings Carol Stanford, Elizabeth Stanford, David Johnson, and JoAnne Johnson.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday June 6, 2026 at the hall of the Cody Fire Department, 155 County Route 55, Fulton from 1:00 to 3:00PM. Private burial will be in Jacksonville Cemetery. The arrangements are in the care of the Sugar Funeral Home Inc., 224 W. 2^nd. St. Fulton.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Cody Fire Department, PO Box 334 Fulton, NY 13069 or Parents and Leaders of Phoenix Scouts (PALOPS), C/O Al Manzer 15 Brandy Brook Lane, Phoenix, NY 13135.