James LaVerne Johnson

James LaVerne Johnson obituary, Corning, NY

James LaVerne Johnson

James Johnson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Haughey Funeral Home, Inc. on Jan. 6, 2026.
James LaVerne Johnson, age 89 of Corning, NY, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026. He was born in Corning on March 11, 1936, to Glen and Ella (Granger) Johnson.

James is survived by his wife, Vida Johnson; son, Peter LaVerne Johnson; and by his niece, Janice Pinkerman.

A Memorial Service, with Military Honors, will be held for James on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 11:00 am at Haughey Funeral Home, Inc., 216 E. First Street, Corning, NY 14830.

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Marissa +Lo

January 7, 2026

We had the pleasure of going up to our vacation spot and seeing him every year. Him and my dad were best friends. My condolences to his wife and family anyone who knew him. He was such a light a diehard nascar fan and will be deeply missed

Jeff Turner

January 7, 2026

My condolences and prayers to the Johnson family. I grew up with Peter.

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