Russell A. Johnson
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Russ graduated from Airport High School in 1974. Russ was very outgoing and never met a stranger. He loved animals, especially his dachshund, Jefferson. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and spending time with friends. Russ was always willing to lend a helping hand and was a very hard worker.
Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Andrea Vega (Juan); granddaughter, Eva Vega; mother, Delores Johnson; sister, Debbie Johnson; aunt, Shirley Abbott (James); and several other family members and beloved friends.
Russ was preceded in death by his grandparents, Curtis and Pearl Gunter and his father, Lofton Johnson.
A graveside service will be held at West Side Baptist Church Cemetery on Monday, September 8th at 11am with Rev. Ray Wrobel officiating. Flowers may be sent to Thompson Funeral Home in Lexington.
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Mopeddan
September 8, 2025
R I p my friend
Steve Nelson
September 6, 2025
Russ and I worked together on cell towers and self storage buildings, side by side for 20 yrs. Traveled over 20 states and had a great time doing so, had each other backs through it all.
He was like my second father to me always there whenever I needed him. We went to races together and my best memory was getting kicked out of Myrtle beach All you can eat crab legs just for eating for 4 1/2 hrs. They ask that we pay our bar tab only and they escorted us out and told not to come back.
It was always great these last couple of years getting together and reminiscing of all the good times.
He loved his family and Jefferson! The world has lost a great man. Rest in peace, my buddy, God knows you worked for it!
I love you.
Doris Thomas
September 6, 2025
Such a funny guy we cut up all the time he was a loving man loved his mother. He talk about her a lot . prayers for Family.
Tammie Shealy
September 5, 2025
He sure will be missed. I remember hanging out with him at the station in Callaways and he always had a great conversation. What a great man gonna miss you.
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Britt w/ Mountain Air
September 5, 2025
Sure gonna miss you Russ! Watch over us Buddy!
- Your Mountain Air Family
Kay logan
September 5, 2025
Russ will always be one of my best friends.we had many adventures to gather a long withe JB and Del. If you saw one you saw us all. I think the Agape Nursing home trips were the best. Russ had a huge heart. . We would fight like brothers and sisters but was always there for each other condolences to his family and friends. He will always be remembered. Love Jake
Mary Lynn Browne
September 4, 2025
Russ and I would talk a lot. He was a good friend. I am So Sorry he is gone. I would love to hear him say, And Guess What, one more time.
Penny & Steve Joyce
September 4, 2025
So very sorry for your loss, he was a very kind sweet person we had such a great time on our cruise! Praying for all the family and friends!
David Waldrop
September 4, 2025
Beloved friend for 60 years grew up Across the street from each other in Springdale
I will certainly miss sitting on his porch every week and talking old times
God Bless
Mary Beth English
September 3, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear of Russ´ passing. Russ was like a big brother to me. He was there for me in some very difficult times. He was always willing to drop what he was doing to help with anything I needed help with. I will definitely miss him. Keeping all of you in my prayers.
Lance
September 3, 2025
Russ was a great friend. We worked together every day for about 18 months. We talked about everything and shared a lot of beer and laughs.
Russ would help you in anyway possible, will definitely be missed.
The Staff of Thompson Funeral Home
September 3, 2025
Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.
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