Randy J. Johnson, born September 6, 1994, in Rockford, Illinois, was shot and killed on the evening of September 27, 2024, near the MaxMart Liquor Store on Kilburn Avenue in Rockford. He was 30. Another 34-year-old man was wounded in the same incident. A Rockford man was charged with murder in connection to the shooting.

A GoFundMe was organized to help Randy’s family with funeral and cremation expenses, noting the family’s emotional and financial shock. A visitation was held Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Collins & Stone Funeral Home in Rockford, where family and friends gathered to remember him.

Randy is remembered by his family and community for his warmth and positive impact. If anyone has information about the shooting or knew Randy, please share what you know.