Nat Harps Johnson

Nat Harps Johnson, 95, of Siler City died Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at Chatham Hospital, Inc. Mr. Johnson was born in Harnett County on January 26, 1925 the son of William Howard and Carlotta (Harps) Johnson. Nat was a veteran of the Korean War and a member of Loves Creek Baptist Church. He was retired from S&H Oil Company after 29 years of service. Nat was preceded in death by his wife, Naomi Smith Johnson; daughter, Brenda Tucker Wright; and granddaughter, Penny Wright Erbland. He is survived by nieces, Patricia Wall Poe (David) of Siler City, NC, Ann Smith Zumbach (Scott) of Atlanta, GA, Cynthia Rayle Lathrop (Jesse) of Hayesville, NC, Bunnie Dark Osborne (Allen) of Fayetteville, NC, Patrice Rummage of Pleasant Garden, NC; and nephew, Gordon Rayle, Jr, (Jo) of Greensboro, NC. Friends may register condolences Thursday, April 9, 2020 from 12:00 – 5:00 PM at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held with Rev. Kenny Black officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Loves Creek Baptist Church, 1745 East 11th Street, Siler City, NC 27344. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff of Coventry House and Chatham Hospital for their excellent care. Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com.