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Dorothy Johnson Obituary
Dorothy Louise was on Friday, September 13, 1935 in Clarksville, Montgomery County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Jerry Edward Rudolph, Sr., and Geneva Gold Rudolph. In addition to her parents, her beloved husband, Walter Johnson, Jr.; son, Jeffery D. Johnson and brother, Jerry E. Rudolph preceded her in death.
She was educated in the Montgomery County School System. She enjoyed employment in the housekeeping department with Opryland Hotel. She loved spending time with her family and friends. All who knew and loved her will sorely miss her presence and smiling face.
On Saturday, May 18, 2024, Dorothy answered God’s beckoning call to cease from her earthly labors and entered into the Master’s Joy!
She leaves to cherish precious memories her daughter, Connie Johnson; sons: Anthony C. Johnson and Russell E. Johnson; 11 grandchildren: Denise, Cedric, Lindzey, Kyle, Christ, Alyica, Rushea, Sydney, Tayden, Destiny, Walter; 11 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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816 Franklin St., Clarksville, TN 37040
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