Melvin Johnson Obituary
The Williamson County Native was the son of the late Joe T. Johnson and Amy (Powell) Johnson of Santa Fe, TN. He worked for O'Reilly's Auto Parts for many years. He loved to work on cars, however the joy of his heart was with his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, William Johnson and Donald Johnson; and a grandson, Hunter Lee Johnson. Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Amy June Bradford of Lyles, TN, and Julie May Johnson Savage of Columbia, TN; son-in-law, John Timothy Savage of Columbia, TN; granddaughters, Emma Raelynn Bradford, Shelby Lea Bradford, and Eliza Thomasson; grandson, Austin Savage; sister-in-law, Therese Johnson of Columbia, TN; nephew, Kent Johnson of Kentucky; niece, Natalie Johnson of Columbia, TN; an honorary grandchildren, Tera Jade King, William Petty, Caitlin Bowdoin, and Emily Pritchard.
Those considering, donations can be made to the funeral home to help cover final expenses.
The family would like to Thank each of you for your love, support, and friendship and all acts of kindness shown to us. Love, The Family
A Memorial Visitation and Service will be Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Dickson Funeral Home & Cremation Center. Visitation will begin at 12:00 P.M. until the hour of service at 2:00 P.M.
Online condolences may be left at www.dicksonfuneralhome,com To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Melvin, please visit our Tree Store.
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Dickson Funeral Home - Dickson Chapel
January 3, 2026
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