Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
John "Johnny" Story
1959 - 2017
John "Johnny" Story
1959 - 2017
Obituary
Guest Book
BORN
1959
DIED
2017
John "Johnny" Story Obituary
Johnny was a beloved father, paw, son, brother, uncle and friend.
Johnny drove a truck for over 30 years, he was a skilled carpenter and handy-man and an amazing cook who loved to feed everyone that was around, and was a friend to everyone he met.
He leaves behind two children whom he loved, a daughter, Lacy Story Greene (Jarrett) and a son, Jared Michael Story. He had one beautiful grandchild, EmberLynn Terra Greene. He also leaves behind two siblings, Teresa Story Brakefield (Gary) and Kenny Story (Beth), numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.
A funeral service for Mr. Story will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 11:00 am at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Alan Carr and Rev. Ken Atkins officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service at Blue Ridge Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home.
Words of comfort may be left for the family at www.pendrysfuneralhome.com.
Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of John O'Dell Story
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Crystal Patterson
August 17, 2017
So sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. He was a dear classmate of mine at LHS. My condolences and prayers go out to all who loved and are grieving for him. It's very comforting to know that absent from the body puts you into the arms of a very loving God. May that peace that he now has sustain you during this very difficult time.
Shirley Clickner
August 1, 2017
Dear Aunt Tiny, Teresa, and Kenny , I just found out about Johnny's passing. I loss my mother on July 11. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of healing and grieving. Love and Prayers Shirley Clickner (Everett WA)
William Howard
July 31, 2017
Dear Story Family, So truly sorry to learn of Johnny's recent passing. My memories of Johnny center on his many athletic accomplishments. From being a younger teammate on the Kiwanis Little League team where I idolized his abilities to watching him play nose guard for our beloved Lenoir High Bearcats as a young teenager. May your friends and family comfort you during these difficult days.
Kathy McNeely Moore
July 27, 2017
Dear Teresa, Tiny, and Kenny,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I know Johnny was a much loved brother and son. My heart goes out to you and I will hold you close in my thoughts and prayers.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Sam Umek
July 27, 2017
Tiny, Teresa and Kenny,
I am so sorry for your loss. My Mom just told me this evening about Johnny's passing. I pray that God will give you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Love,
LaVenta "Sam" Umek
Melinda Greene
July 26, 2017
Dear Tiny, Teresa, Kenny & Johnny's children, I'm so very sorry for your loss of dear Johnny. I send you all much love and sympathy in this sad time. May God Bless you all and I will keep you all in my prayer's. Thinking of you at this time. Love Cousin Melinda
Ginger Price Hames
July 26, 2017
Lacy, I am sorry for the loss of your father. My prayers and thoughts are
with you. Thank you for being a friend and helper in the loss of my brother,
Robin Price.
Ginger Price Hames
Vernon Gragg
July 26, 2017
Sorry I wasn't able to attend the receiving. I knew Johnny since he was a little boy coming to the fire Dept. back in the 60s. I'm sorry for your loss and I still think of his father often. He was a good friend.
Tanya Greene Davidson
July 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss
Michael Whittington
July 26, 2017
I am numb after hearing of my classmates passing. Johnny was more than my classmate he was a TRUE FRIEND. Our days of playing football and wrestling together are cherished moments. RIP...Bearcat class of 1977.
mary warner
July 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed so much. Payers go out to you and family.
Frosty Johnston Reece
July 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to family and friends. We had some great times at LHS and he was a good friend. He will be greatly missed.
Bill & Iris Caldwell
July 26, 2017
Sorry for the lost to your family--Prayers go out to each of you.
Bill & Iris Caldwell
Jimmie Kaye Widner
July 25, 2017
Lacy,
So sorry to hear of your father's death.
I will always remember all the love and kindness, and help that you provided in
the death of my beloved brother Robin Price. May God comfort you today and in
days to come.
Paulma Laws
July 25, 2017
RIP Johnny
Randy Laws
July 25, 2017
Sorry to hear of Johnny passing. Although we were not close these last years still consider him a close friend. I was fortunate enough to play 1st base for Lenoir High School with Johnny at 2nd. Because of him nothing went though the right side of the infield on the ground. My condolences to the entire family.
Randy Laws
Paula Gilbert
July 25, 2017
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I can cherish my memories of me and Johnny as children. He will always be loved and missed.
Blake and Linda Stephens
July 25, 2017
Sorry to hear of Johnnys passing. He was a neat cool guy. Always kept us laughing .
Very talented young man.
Blake and Linda Stephens
Chuck Harless
July 25, 2017
Sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. Was friends with him and Kenny growing up in Lenoir. Spent many days playing baseball with them. Prayers for his family
Ernie Warren
July 25, 2017
Just saw this. RIP Johnny. I Remember when you played Nosetackle for the Bearcats and you were the smallest guy on the line, just super quick on getting in the backfield. Also good skills position player. RIP, gone way too soon
Esther Lytle
July 25, 2017
So sorry for your loss! I remember him from way back! Prayers to the Family! God Bless!
David Harris
July 25, 2017
To the Story family.I new Johnny over the years driving a truck through Elkin NC. He was always in good mood.Sorry for your loss.He will greatly be missed.
Sonjia Murray
July 25, 2017
I was so sorry to learn about your loss. My love, my prayers, and my heart is with your entire family. I love you Tiny.
Robert & Teresa Clark
July 25, 2017
We thought a lot of Johnny. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Steve & Wanda Call
July 25, 2017
Dear Family, our love and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. God Bless You, Dear Friends!
Lorry Dixon
July 25, 2017
So sorry to hear about the passing of Johnny my prayers are with the Story family my classmate Kenny
Tammy Morrow
July 25, 2017
I'm saddened by the news of Johnny passing. I have a lot of great memories. From watching him on the football field to riding the dirt roads on Sundays after church. Prayers going up for his children, grandchildren and his entire family. God speed Johnny. You will be missed.
Lisa Burroughs
July 25, 2017
So sorry for your loss Jared and Lacey. My prayers for all during this difficult time.
Lori Harless
July 25, 2017
So shocked and sad today . Lots of tears for my little Johnny Story. We go back way back my first boyfriend. Such sweet memories. I am so glad we got to catch up at one of the LHS reunions. Even more thankful Jordan and I stopped at his house after church on Sunday afternoon. Was great to visit with his Mom and Teresa and kids. Always will remember and cherish the friendship we had even distant as we were. But good relationships always seem to be as if it were yesterday. My prayers and love to all the family
John McAfee
July 25, 2017
Prayers and fond memories of Johnny.
Carole Harmon-Jenkins
July 25, 2017
So shocked and saddened to hear of Johnny's passing. Prayers for the family and loved ones left behind.
Kim Call
July 25, 2017
Lacy and Jared,
Your daddy was a good man and I know he loved you both so much. I am so sorry to hear this and I will keep you all in my prayers in the coming days.
Kim Call
Jodi Clark-Sanders
July 25, 2017
So saddened to hear about Johnny. I have fond memories of him when he would come visit my sister (Lori Clark). My Prays to the family.
Showing 1 - 33 of 33 results
522 Wilkesboro Blvd Se, Lenoir, NC 28645
Make a Donation
in John "Johnny" Story's name
How to support John "Johnny"'s loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John "Johnny" Story's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
