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Garry Johnson

Garry Johnson

Garry Johnson, 66, of Milan passed away Thursday, April 11, 2019 at his home with family by his side.  Garry was born Friday, January 23, 1953 in Milan, the son of Clifton “Doc” and Lovella (Watts) Johnson.  He married Jean Hartman April 24, 1976 and she survives.  

Garry was a factory worker, enjoyed woodworking, spending time with family, especially his grandchildren and listening to music.

Garry is survived by wife Jean; mother, Lovella of Milan; son, Grayson (Laura) Johnson, Milan; daughters, Amy (Michael) Bedel of Milan and Amanda Byrum (Blue) of Moores Hill; brothers, Leroy (Ann) Johnson of Milan, Eddie (Deborah) Johnson of Osgood, and Astor (Judy) Johnson of Aurora; sister, Maxine (Harold) Parks of Batesville; five grandchildren and one great grandchild.  He was preceded in death by his father and brother Belvis Johnson.

 A service celebrating his life was held Saturday, April 13, at Laws-Carr-Moore Funeral Home in Milan with Pastor Harris Long officiating.  Burial was in the New Craven Cemetery.  Memorials may be given in honor of Garry to the Milan Fire Department.  Laws-Carr-Moore Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.  You may go to www.lawscarrmoore.com to leave an online condolence message for the family.