City Blood is saddened by the loss of haunt legend, Don Johns. Don was the creator and owner of The Haunted Schoolhouse and Laboratory in Akron, OH. Since 1974 He's been scaring people all over the world with incredible set design, unique effects and great characters with the heart stopping Haunted Schoolhouse. In 1981 he purchased the Guggenheim Airship Institute next door and created The Haunted Laboratory. In 2009 We awarded The Haunted Schoolhouse "Haunt of the Year" and Don's one of a kind haunts never cease to amaze us. Don was only 63 years old when he passed away, but he's created a huge legacy during his time on earth and has been an inspiration for haunts around the globe.
While I didn't know Don personally, I respected his dedication to his craft and thank him for creating long lasting memories for my family and I. Who can forget the electrifying Tesla Coils, the death defying air tunnel and the countless homemade sets and props? The Haunted Schoolhouse and Laboratory are iconic haunts with unique elements that make them one of a kind. The Haunted Schoolhouse is also one of the oldest haunts in the nation and will be turning 40 this year. Time really flies when you're getting scared witless.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Don. The haunt industry will not be the same without him and may his legacy live on.
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