FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 31, 2024

The Village of Somerset Mourns the Loss of Mayor Tom Johnson
It is with profound sadness that the Village of Somerset announces the passing of Mayor Tom Johnson, who died in an automobile accident on October 30, 2024. Mayor Johnson was a devoted leader and a cherished member of the community whose commitment to the growth and well-being of Somerset, Perry County, and the whole of Appalachian Ohio will be remembered for generations to come.
Since his election in 2009, Mayor Johnson helped drive significant public and private investments in Perry County and Ohio’s Appalachian region, impacting civic infrastructure, economic development, arts and culture programming, and historic and nature preservation, which touched the lives of many and strengthened the community. Mayor Johnson was respected by colleagues and residents alike, and his presence and leadership will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Mayor Johnson’s family, friends, and all those who were close to him during this difficult time. We ask for privacy for the family as they mourn this tragic loss.
Details about arrangements and ways to honor Mayor Johnson’s memory will be shared as they become available. In the coming days, let us remember his dedication and service to the Village of Somerset and come together in support of one another.