John Brown Strong of Goshen, OH and former long time resident of Newtonsville, OH. Born on January 5, 1935 in Little, KY to the late Chester and Rosa (nee Clay) Strong. Went home to be with the Lord on April 20, 2020 at the age of 85. Loving father of Holly Benjamin. Caring grandfather of Rob Benjamin and Hailey Benjamin. Dear brother of Shirley Tussey, Bonnie (Robert) Butler, Gene (Helen) Strong and Josie (Jim) Burdette. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by a granddaughter, Amanda Keeton, dear friend, Margaret Campbell and brother-in-law, Fred Tussey. John will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment, Graceland Memorial Gardens, Milford, OH.