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Priscilla Johnson Obituary

Priscilla Susan Clement Johnson Priscilla Susan Clement Johnson, 55, passed away at her home in Lynchburg on Sunday, August 26, 2012, following complications from a series of recent health problems. She is survived by her devoted and beloved husband of ten years, David Ray Johnson. Priscilla is the second daughter of Janet Sutherland Clement currently of Staunton, VA and the late Robert Ray Clement, both previously of Lynchburg. Priscilla was born in Syracuse, New York on August 25, 1957 and in 1960 at the age of three moved with her family to Lynchburg when her father was transferred with General Electric. She proudly claimed Lynchburg as her hometown ever since. Growing up in Lynchburg, Priscilla loved riding horses as well as providing a permanent home for any stray animals that crossed her path and won her heart. Following graduation from E. C. Glass High School in 1975, Priscilla attended Central Virginia Community College and in 2004 graduated from National College of Business and Technology with BAA Associate of Science degrees in Accounting/Business Administration and Business Management. She was employed for many years with Vaughan's TV and Appliance in Lynchburg and since 2005 has been employed as Accounting Manager with Warnco Associates Inc. in Forest, VA.

In 2000 Priscilla met the love of her life at Cheers in downtown Lynchburg when she became reacquainted with former Glass classmate and friend, David Johnson. They were married at First Presbyterian Church, Lynchburg in June 2002.

In addition to her husband and her mother, Priscilla is survived by her older brother Jonathan Whitehill Clement of Grosse Pointe Park, MI and his five children, her older sister, Barbara Clement Storey and husband Martin of Greenville, SC and their 3 children, her younger brother David Sutherland Clement of Waynesboro, PA and his nine children, and her younger sister Martha Clement McDonough and husband Steve of Staunton, VA and their two children. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Inez Owen Tolley of Bedford, VA and her brother-in-law James Oscar Johnson, wife Judy and their children, also of Bedford, VA. Priscilla is also survived by her maternal aunt and uncle, Lois and Jim Johnston of Cockeysville, MD and their two children, as well as her paternal aunt, Priscilla Alden Clement Rice of Naples, FL and her three children. In addition and always so dear to her heart, Priscilla is survived by her six beloved and faithful dogs: Blue, Beanie, Diesel, Lizzie, Mattie and Munchkin.

In addition to her father, she was predeceased by a sister-in-law, Judithann Clement and paternal uncle, Gordon Clement.

A visitation for friends and family will be held at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. A graveside service for friends and family will be held on Thursday, August 30 at 2:00 pm at Virginia Memorial Park in Forest, VA with the Rev. Steve Turner officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lynchburg Humane Society, 3305 Naval Reserve Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501.

Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory, Lynchburg (434-237-9424) is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent by visiting: www.tharpfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The News & Advance on Aug. 28, 2012.

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John Drewry

August 22, 2023

Still think of Priscilla often, especially since I'm the last surviving person of our crew at Vaughans. I'm sure she's resting easy at God's right Hand.

Lee-Ellen Dunaway

September 1, 2012

Prissa was a fellow classmate who was always there with a smile and a laugh. We ran into each other throughout the years and would pick right back up where we started last. What a joy that was! Will miss her.

September 1, 2012

Prissa was a fellow EC Glass classmate who was always there with a smile and a laugh. When we ran into each other over the years, we would pick up right where we left off the last time. What a joy!

META PARKER-MITCELL

August 31, 2012

DAVID...LAST TIME I SAW YOU GUYS WAS AT YOUR WEDDING...AND A BEAUTIFUL WEDDING IT WAS BECAUSE YOU BOTH FOUND YOUR SOUL MATE AND LIFE PARTNER. GOD BLESSED YOU BOTH WHEN YA FOUND EACH OTHER. I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH PRISSA AT GLASS...HUNG OUT AND DID THE PARTY THING WITH THE BOTH OF YOU MANY MANY MOONS AGO. I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND BRING YOU PEACE AND COMFORT. LOVE TO YOU AND THE FAMILY. PRISSA WILL BE SADLY MISSED AND HAPPILY AND LOVINGLY REMEMBERED.

Kim Fortune-Wright

August 29, 2012

I have known Priscilla and her family for many years. She was a wonderful and caring person and will be greatly missed.

Donna Wilso

August 28, 2012

I worked with Priscilla at Vaughan's many years ago she was a very sweet person.

Ann Craddock White

August 28, 2012

I knew Priscilla since 7th grade,we use to hang out together.

Debbie Evans knowles

August 28, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Prissy, so sweet. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

debora cress embrey

August 28, 2012

I grew up with Prissa at First Presbyterian Church. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

August 28, 2012

I also grew up with Prissa at First Presbyterian Church. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.

John Drewry

August 28, 2012

Prayers go out to David and all of Priscilla's family and friends. I worked with her for 10 yrs at Vaughans and she was by far the best reason to work there. God blessed us with her presence and now she has eternal life in Heaven.

Ann Paris-Austin

August 28, 2012

So sorry to learn of the passing of Prissa. I have so many fond childhood memeories. I am sure Prissa is riding Blue right thru the gates of Heaven. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers....

August 28, 2012

Sorry to learn the passing of Prissa.
Prissa & I grew up together in Lynchburg.
Condolences to the family.
Doug & Elizabeth I. Harrington
417 old graves mill road
Lynchburg, Va. 24501

August 28, 2012

The Dorcas Ministry of Thomas Terrace Baptist Church wishes to express our sympathy to you and your family. We are remembering you in our prayers. Please contact us if we can be of help during this difficult time. Loved ones may leave you, but memories never will.

Charlene Olson

August 28, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss David. I am also sorry I didn't come and see you guys after we talked a while back.Please take care of yourself. I'm thinking about you.

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