He was born December 28, 1948, in Adair County, to the late Elza and Odella Burton Johnson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Johnson and three sisters, Priscilla Johnson, Ruby Pike and Sharon Johnson
Survivors include:
Two daughters – Billie Kay (Todd) Wilson of Columbia and Virginia (Rob) Schenck of Earleton, Florida
One step-daughter - Michelle Cesar of Louisville
Two brothers – Lee Johnson and George Johnson both of Russell Springs
One sister – Paulette Bray of Russell Springs
Two grandchildren – Skyler and Mary Schenck
Several other relatives and friends
The family has chosen cremation and a celebration of his life will be held later
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements