Clyde William Johnson

Clyde William Johnson, 84, of Elbert Johnson Road, Siler City died Monday, August 5, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Johnson was born in Chatham County on March 21, 1929 the son of Jessie Lewis and Eleanor (Pugh) Johnson. He was a member of Meroney United Methodist Church and a self employed house painter. Clyde enjoyed going to the beach, car shows and eating out. He was preceded in death by a son, Gary W. Johnson; grandson, Steven L. Johnson; his parents; brothers, Rev. J. L. Johnson, Elbert, Raymond, Hurley Johnson; sisters, Effie Johnson, Ruby Brewer, Mattie Belle Reeding and Carrie Lee Holt. He is survived by his wife of 65 years: Rachel (Jessup) Johnson; two sons: Dean Johnson, Keith Johnson both of Siler City, NC; one brother: Frank Reid Johnson of Kernersville, NC; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the family home. A graveside service will be held Thursday, August 8, 2013 at 3:00 PM at Meroney United Methodist Church, 10568 NC Hwy 902, Bear Creek with Rev. Jim Whittaker officiating. Memorials may be made to UNC Hospice, PO Box 1077, Pittsboro, NC 27312. Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com