Earl Franklin Johnson Sr.
Earl Franklin Johnson Sr.
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Earl Franklin Johnson Sr. passed away October 5, 2025 at the age of 99 at Quality Health and Rehab in Lebanon, TN.
He was born May 9, 1926 in Sparta, TN to the late Squire Franklin and Grace Mae Fletcher Johnson.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Johnson; sister, Ruth Duckett;
He is survived by his children, Earl Johnson Jr., Janet Ruth Hoose; grandchildren; great grandchildren; Also a host of cousins.
Arrangements:
A Graveside service will be at Old Bon Air Cemetery on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. Officiating will be Bro. Brad Walker.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.thurmanfuneral.com.
Thurman Funeral Home is Honored to assist the Family with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
44 North Main Street, Sparta, TN 38583
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