Johnson Gerald Kelly "Big G" Johnson, 53, died on June 3, 2010 in the Bristol Regional Hospice House. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Laura Johnson, and a great-nephew, Brayden Faile. He was a member of Chilhowie Christian Church, a former employee of U.S. Gypsum Corporation and an employee of the town of Saltville. Survivors include his wife, JoAnn Martin Johnson; two daughters, Jenna Kathleen Johnson and Julie Kaitlyn Johnson, both of the home; brother, Marvin Johnson Jr. and wife, Sharon, of Stanley, N.C.; sister, Phyllis Johnson Light and husband, Sean, of Bristol; aunts, Billie J. Hunt of Saltville, and Eva J. Harper of Saltville; mother-in-law, Mrs. Charles B. "Daisy" Martin of Chilhowie; brother-in-law, Baker Martin and wife, Lynn, of Wytheville; sisters-in-law, Sue Johner and husband, Charlie, of Troutdale, and Jeanne Haulsee and husband, Jim, of Chilhowie; many nieces, nephews, cousins; a host of other family and special friends. Funeral services were conducted at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 5, in D.R. Henderson Funeral Home with ministers Frank Branson, Shirley Carter and Jonathan Stamper officiating. Graveside services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in Saint James Lutheran Cemetery in Chilhowie. Nephews were pallbearers and the employees of the town of Saltville were honorary pallbearers. The family received friends from 6 until 8:30 p.m. prior to the services. Flowers were appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to the American Brain Tumor Association, 2720 River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018. Online condolences may be sent to drhendersonfuneralhome.com D.R. Henderson Funeral Home in Saltville was in charge of arrangements.
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June 14, 2010
CHARLES, MARK AND FAMILY HAGA
PLEASE KNOW THAT WE ARE PRAYING AND THINK OF ALL YOU OFTEN. IT'S HARD TO KNOW WHAT TO SAY WHEN THIS HAPPENS TO SUCH A GOOD MAN. ALL WE CAN DO IS REALIZE THAT HE IS NOW WITH GOD, IN TOTAL PEACE AND CARRY ON AS HE WOULD WANT US TO DO. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER GERALD DURING OUR FOOTBALL DAYS AND WHAT A FINE LEADER AND ROLE MODEL HE WAS. GERALD WAS THE STAR OF SHAKER FOOTBALL AND WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A FINE MAN.
June 6, 2010
penny mccarty
So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 6, 2010
Ed, Lesa, Carmen, Savannah and Dana Long
JoAnne, Jenna, Julie, Boo, Sharon, Phyllis and Sean...Know that you are in our hearts and our prayers. Gerald was not only my cousin, but my friend. Love to all of you!
June 6, 2010
Darlene & Rick Moore
So very sorry about Gerald. He was a wonderful person.He can't come back to us but we can go to him one day by the grace of God. We will be praying for each and everyone.
Rick &Darlene moore
June 5, 2010
Peggy Taylor
To all Gerald's family, Joanne Jenna, Julie, Boo and Phylis. I am so sorry for our loss of Gerald. He will be sorely missed. I will especially miss him and his happy smile at family reunions. He was so prowd of his family and such a loving guy. I love you all and I know your great memories will help you in the difficult days ahead.
Peggy Surber Taylor
June 5, 2010
Barbara Heath
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 5, 2010
Phylis I am so sorry to here of your Brothers passing. My prayers are with you. Juanita Bonnell
June 5, 2010
Mark & Patty Lee Billings
Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. Gerald will always be remembered for his kindness. For all of us who knew him throughout our school days, especially the R.B. Worthy Class of 1975, he will never be forgotten. He was truely a gentle giant.
June 4, 2010
JoAnn, Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to you and your family. Our thoughts and our prayers are for you. God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Clayton, Fran and family
June 4, 2010
Jenna,
I am so sorry about your dad. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Mary Cumbo
June 4, 2010
JoAnne, Jenna, Julie, Boo, Phyllis, Sharon, Sean and all - We love you all and you are in our thoughts and prayers as always.
Eva Kay, Bill, Ali and Jake
June 4, 2010
Angie Page
i am so sorry to hear about Mr. Johnson. Only knew him for a few short months, but it was like i had known him for years. He will be missed deeply
June 4, 2010
Jody & Clayborne Olinger
JoAnn, Jenna, Julie, Phyllis and Boo,
Time will soften the edges and ease your burdens. Always know you're never alone and Big "G" will be watching over you. We cannot take away your pain, but when your heart's are empty, fill them with happy memories of Big "Lovable" G......All our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Jody & Clayborne Olinger
Aunt Eva Harper
Stacey & Steven Crusenberry
Sheena & Matt Henderson
Lexie & Lacey Crusenberry
June 4, 2010
I am so sorry for your your re in our hearts and prayers.
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