Willie Joe "Bill" Johnson

Willie Joe "Bill" Johnson

Willie Johnson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 3, 2010.
Willie Joe "Bill" Johnson ABINGDON, Va. Willie Joe "Bill" Johnson passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at Johnston Memorial Hospital after a long illness. He was a lifelong resident of Washington County, Va., and attended Highlands Fellowship. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Preston and Betty Tolliver Johnson; his loving wife, Katherine Adams Johnson; two brothers, Charles Johnson and George Johnson; and two sisters, Mary Lee Lilly and Ruth Johnson. He is survived by two sons, Joey Johnson, Abingdon, and Jonathan Johnson and wife, Karen, Abingdon; one brother, Herbert Johnson and wife, Carol, of Church Hill, Tenn.; one sister, Goldie Dye, Abingdon; four grandchildren, Eric, Beren, Bridger and Jake Johnson; and four great-grandchildren, Hunter, Brenden, Samuel and Rachel Johnson. He is also survived by a special niece, Linda Johnson, Bristol Virginia; and his faithful caregiver, Judy Hall. Bill was employed by Ford Motor Company for over 40 years. He loved fishing, canoeing on the river, spending time at the beach with family and friends and coaching youth baseball, taking several teams to the state baseball tournament. Some of his fondest memories were of watching his sons and grandsons play sports. He was a very kind and generous man and his daily presence will be missed. A private viewing will be held on Sunday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. at Farris Funeral Service, and close friends are invited to attend. In memory of Bill's generous spirit and in lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to the charity of your choice. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com Arrangements for Mr. Johnson are under the care of Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 276-623-2700.

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October 4, 2010

Joey, I am so sorry for your loss. I know I have been gone for many years but I always asked about you and your mom and dad. Just remember you are not alone, God is standing there with you and holding your hand leading you down the path you need to be on.
If you need anything or just want to talk, please feel free to give me a call.
In Christian love,
Brenda Sandefur - Abingdon, VA

October 3, 2010

Joey, Jonathan and Karen,Barry and I are so sorry for your alls loss .We loved Uncle Bill and he will be missed so much.You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Toni & Barry Dye

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