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Farris Johnson Obituary

Farris Thomas Johnson was born July 8, 1948 in Lavonia, GA (Franklin County) to the late Denver Johnson and the late Lizzie Knox-Johnson. He was called home to be with the Lord on February 2, 2021 at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center in Athens GA. He was preceded in death by his sister, Edwina Scott Parks; four brothers, David Samuel, Rual, George Edwin, and Jeffery Donell Johnson; mother-in-­law, Lizzie M. White; sister-in-law, Edna Teasley; brothers-in-law, Buford Oglesby and Robert Smith.

Farris was a 1966 graduate of Franklin High & Trade School in Carnesville, GA. After graduation, he moved to Jamaica, NY and joined the United States Marine Corps from 1966 - 1970. Farris joined the Fairview Missionary Baptist Church in Lavonia, GA at an early age. Later, he moved his membership to Royston Grove Baptist Church in Royston, GA, where he served on the Trustee Board, was a member of the Mass Choir, and was an Asst. Superintendent of Sunday School. Furthermore, Farris also devoted his time as a Volunteer Van Driver and Service Officer helping Veterans.

He leaves to cherish his memory to his devoted wife, Willena Johnson; daughter, Trena L. Teasley; two grandsons, A'quavias and A'mir Jones; sister, Mary Sandra "San" Oglesby; five sisters-in-law, Teresa Johnson, Jo Ann (Watters) Butler, Connie White, Bonnie Smith, and Peggy (Bobby) Berryman; brother-in-law, Richard Teasley; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be held Saturday February 20, 2021 at 2pm at The Christian Worship Assembly. Burial will be in Browns Grove Cemetery, Royston. Viewing will be held Friday February 19, 2021 from 2pm-6pm.

Dexter T. Sims Mortuary, LLC, Royston, has charge of arrangements.

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald on Feb. 20, 2021.

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Dennis & Jill Wilks

February 20, 2021

My husband and I both worked with Farris for many years at Clemson University. He was a very dear friend to both of us. We very very sadden by his passing and he will be missed dearly. Dennis & Jill Wilks

Mary Weems

February 20, 2021

Our condolences to Ms. Willena and family at this time. May God bless you and give you strength now and days to come.
We met the Johnsons through Disabled American Veterans, where Mr. Johnson worked with my husband as service officers. Veterans helping other veterans.

Isom and Mary Weems

Martha benson

February 20, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Elizabeth Johnson

February 20, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Malia Polster

February 19, 2021

Malia Polster

February 19, 2021

Mr. Johnson was a kind and wonderful man. He alway greated you with a warm smile and a joyful laugh. He was part of a purple heart soldier group that met every second Wednesday of the month at Hilltop. I had the pleasure of greeting him for 3.5 yrs at Hilltop. He truely cared about others. I'm deeply saddened for his families loss because i know he must have brought them such joy.

Marilyn D Johnson Chappelle

February 19, 2021

My cousin was a very good person, he helped me though some challenging situations, and when we were up every Christmas he gave me chocolate covered cherries and a ring , as adults we did not see each other often yet we shared so much over the years until I am left with some very precious memories,

Josephine Freeman, Comer

February 19, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

MaRandia Hill Badger

February 19, 2021

To the family of Farris Johnson please accept our sincere condolences. We pray for strength during this time and ask that God comfort you as only he can. Look to the hills which comets our help our help comes from the Lord. God bless you all.
From: Lois Oglesby & Family

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