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Larry Johnson Obituary
A native of Alamance County, he was the son of Henry Parker Johnson and Myrtle Lucille Liles Johnson, both deceased. He was a graduate of Southern High School, Class of 1963. Larry worked for 13 years at Newport News Shipbuilding as a senior illustrator and in 1981, he left the shipyard to become a full-time artist. Most of his artwork depicted the coast, local scenes and surrounding areas, nostalgia yesteryear and hotrods. He was a nationally award winning artist. His paintings can be found locally in numerous businesses. Larry built 10 pre-1948 street rods and was a lifetime member of the Tidewater Street Rod Association in Virginia. He was also a collector of fine junk and a collector of friends. He loved each and every one of them.
Survivors include a daughter, Stacey Hines and husband Scott; granddaughter, Sarah Hines; sister, June Gayle Rogers and husband Johnny; and brother, Douglas Wayne Johnson.
A memorial service will be conducted at Bible Baptist Church on Sunday, March 22, 2015, at 3 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the service. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall of the church. Other times the family will be at his residence. A group of local street rods will meet at the Graham funeral home at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday to proceed with the family to the church in honor of his memory.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rich and Thompson Funeral Service, Inc., P.O. Box 658, Burlington, NC 27216 to assist with funeral expenses.
Rich & Thompson Funeral Home and Crematory in Graham is assisting the family with arrangements.
Condolences may be offered at www.richandthompson.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Johnson
Alan Thornton
March 17, 2023
I have a picture of Larry in my shop. I think of his great personality every time I see it. My hallway is lined with his art & several originals he did for me in the 70´s. We spent some good times at swap meets & rod runs. Larry was a special person to all that knew him. RIP
Amy Hill
March 14, 2022
Another year goes by without you here. You were the most beautiful person I will ever know, inside and out. I will always love you, Larry. There will never be anyone to take your place in my heart and in my life. Always, Amy
amy hill
March 14, 2021
Larry was and still is the love of my life. I will never get over losing him. This year marks 7 years without his warm smile and better than life hugs. Miss you, babe. Amy
Ronald Allen
March 15, 2019
Hard to believe it's been 4 years Larry. I pass by your house every day thinking you should be on that porch with a glass of sweet tea and a tomato sandwich. I walk by your art every day here in my house. Although we miss you, you will never die as long as we have those precious memories to cherish!!
Amy Hill
March 14, 2019
Miss you, Larry. Will spend the anniversary of your passing at Carolina Beach, putting flowers on the pier, as I have every year. Time has not made this hurt less. You were the love of my life, and no one will ever take your place. I will love you forever, and look forward to the day when I see you again. Amy
Todd Evans
March 24, 2015
I was sad to hear Larry had passed,you were a close friend that touched my life in so many ways. I Will never forget the times we spent doing the art shows together.Thanks for all the memories and rest in peace my friend we will see each other again someday.
Bryan Bowyer
March 24, 2015
Though I never directly met you, friends of mine have and every one of them speaks highly of you. Some of your Hot Tod art hangs in my brother's garage. You will be remembered as a highly talented artist, but more importantly, a highly respected fine human being. Rest In Peace Sir.
Spencer & Betty McCarty
March 23, 2015
Larry we will miss you! We appreciate the murals you painted in our show room and now what a great reminder of you. Our hearts go out to your family. Spencer & Betty McCarty
March 23, 2015
Larry we will miss you! Thanks for painting the murals in our show room, it was awesome to watch you work.You will ever be in our hearts. Spencer & Betty McCarty
Jerry and Cheryl Durham
March 23, 2015
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing, having known him for many years, he was a joy to be around, always the same easy going, genuine, fun loving person. Our conversations on art and hot rods will always be cherished memories. Love and Prayers to the family.
Paul & Lori Wilkinson
March 22, 2015
We have known Larry for many years as a fellow crafter and he will be missed by everyone from the shows! Thanks for the memories
March 22, 2015
Larry, thank you for touching my life.
Larry Pore
Orange, CA
Jeff Irwin
March 22, 2015
I met Larry some years ago through my sister. He was a great artist.We would always see him at the Craft show and he was always gracious in telling the history of his pieces,reminding us us of how times back then were so easygoing and simple. And I would see him at the antique auctions,driving his antique cars. You will be missed greatly Larry,and I'm proud to have known you,and I have three pieces of your work hanging on my walls. Rest easy.....
Jeffrey Hill
March 22, 2015
Larry's art work hangs proudly in my home and in my hotrod garage. They continue to be a reminder to me as his friend and as always his smiling face to see especially when we stopped to say "hey" while on our annual hotrod drives from the Tidewater area to the car shows in Charlotte .
Marie Ashley-Jones
March 22, 2015
June and Johnny, I am so sorry for your loss..from your friend of long ago when we worked at AT&T/Western Electric "Ishley"
Ronald Allen
March 22, 2015
I grew up with Larry. He was a dear friend and pal. We had some great times and made some lasting memories. I will miss this unique, amazing friend.
Derik & Angela Davis
March 22, 2015
So very sad to hear of Larry's passing. Sending prayers for comfort to you and yours.
Elizabeth Lankes
March 21, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I worked with him at Newport News Shipbuilding. He was a good man, witty, and very talented. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Don and Sue Self
March 21, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was always the same every time we saw him. Always had time to share a laugh as we looked thru his beautiful paintings. He will really be missed.
Sandra Culberson Farlow
March 21, 2015
Larry was a good friend and will be missed. But now he has been called home.
Ellen Feamster
March 21, 2015
Larry was a former student of my dads and his best friend. He was talented, caring and funny. He will be greatly missed. My sympathy goes out to Stacy and family.
Amy Hill
March 21, 2015
Thank you Larry,for the best (almost,4/20/15) 8 years of my life. Through it all,you remain the kindest,funniest,most gentle soul I will ever be privileged to have known. I will always love you, always have. You were responsible for some of the most cherished memories I will ever have,and I know that I will never know another man who could come close to what you have been to me. Your artwork was a true gift from God,and I am honored that you shared that vision with me and so many others. This pain is overwhelming,but at least yours is over,and you are,I have no doubt,sitting around somewhere with a cup of coffee or a glass of sweet tea (lemon AND ice), talking endlessly and entertaining anyone within earshot. I am a better person for having known and loved you.Rest well,and know that you were a source of joy and peace in my often chaotic existence.You were my sunshine,too.
Sandra Carter
March 21, 2015
While here on Mother Earth you touched everyone with your art. Creator has called you home to do your art for him now.
I send you on your journey home with prayers and smoke and give Thanks to the Creator for sending you on my path of life, a wonderful person to know with a passion for life and your works of art.
Sending paryers and smoke for comfort and strength to the family in their time of loss. Aho!
These prayers are given by: Sandra (Sandy) Carter, Sarah Carter and Lloyd Carter
Jack and Frances Fuller
March 21, 2015
Your smile and kindness will be with us forever.
bennie howard
March 21, 2015
Everyone you came in contact with, became a friend. We will miss you and your smile.
Teresa Wall Clark
March 21, 2015
My prayers go out to your family. He was such a wonderful man. May God bless you all and give you peace.
Roy King
March 21, 2015
Thank you, Larry, for our long friendship, a bit stormy at times, but true to the end. You filled me with much laughter (sometimes a little profane), shared with me the love of old, low, fast, loud cars (and big fat & red ones), of animals of all kinds (except snakes, of course), of so many fine and lasting friends, of all art however it emerged, of the natural world in its glorious and terrible beauty.
Thank you for making everyone you knew much larger than life in the tales and myths you spun of them (some almost true, I think), and for the odd nicknames you gave your friends, for sharing your home and shop and tools with me, and for inspiring me to tackle the '32 Ford I got into, as you said, 'way too deep' but will caress and curse probably until I follow you into the great unknown.
Rest well, LP, you have lived a full and rich life, and leave an ocean of gratitude and respect in we who remain here, for a while yet, missing you but with you still, in spirit and in love.
Rhonda Willard
March 20, 2015
For you Larry!!
Rhonda Willard
March 20, 2015
Larry, I know you see so this is Rhonda "Goose" ...I remember your talent as a drummer and also as an artist. I visited your studio and was so impressed!! You are another one of God's Angels..You will be remembered forever!! You shared your God given talents throughout!You are missed!
March 20, 2015
Larry will truly be missed. He was a true friend and talented man. We will remember the wonderful times we had together. He fought a hard battle, and now he suffers no more. Our friend we love you and will never forget you. Stacy, thank you for all you did for Larry. You were his shining star.
Lem and Diann
Edwards
Graham, NC
Alma Crawford Robinson
March 20, 2015
The Johnson family will remain in our thoughts and prayers, we are so sorry for you loss. Larry was a fine person, a classmate and friend from the past. We admired his beautiful art and are fortunate to own an original that we cherish. May God bless you all.
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