Johnny passed at the young age of 16, and he will be known as a hero. Born on March 1, 1949. He leaves behind an abusive family, and the best friends he's ever had. In his attempt to stay with his friends, he committed murder to save his best friend, Ponyboy. He went on the run and passed after saving kids from a burning church in windrixville. "He died too soon" says Ponyboy Curtis.