Johnny Marshall Vause

Johnny Marshall Vause obituary, Clayton, NC

Johnny Marshall Vause

Johnny Vause Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory - Wendell on Dec. 25, 2025.
Johnny Marshall Vause, 87, of Clayton, NC, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025.

Johnny was born on November 1, 1938, in Wake County, NC, son to the late Johnnie Steven Vause and Mamie Partin Vause. He was a loving husband and father and believed in hard work. Johnny was a kind and considerate person to all he met, and loved talking with people. He was easy to talk to and was known for his wise advice.

He is survived by his wife of over 63 years, Frances Lee Vause, and his daughter Pamela Vause.

Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 211 W. Third St., Wendell. www.stricklandfuneral.com

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