Gary Johnson

Obituary For Gary Johnson

Gary Johnson
March 22, 1957 - February 13, 2026

Gary Johnson was born March 22, 1957, in Oktibbeha County; to the late Charlie James Johnson, Jr. and Margaree Davis Johnson. He accepted Jesus at an early age, and joined Pleasant Grove Church.

Gary Johnson, graduated from B.L. Moor High School in Crawford, Ms. He pursued his education by graduating from Mary Holmes College, in West Point, MS; where he earned his Associates of Art degree, and Mississippi State University in Starkville, MS where he studied Computer Engineering. He worked 25 years at Bryan Food in West Point, MS. Gary loved farming and reading the bible; his favorite scripture was The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13 KJV).

Gary leaves to cherish his memories; his loving wife Linda Johnson of 35 years; one daughter preceded him in death after birth; one son Darren Macon (Wendy) of Columbus, MS; one daughter Makasha Dorsey who lives in Hampton, Georgia; a nephew he raised like a son Darion Chandler. Five Grandchildren: Tierah Macon, Laila Macon, Briona Green, Justin Dorsey & Jaden Dorsey. Three sisters: Lutishia Stallings, Linda Fye Ivy (Matthew), all of Crawford, MS; Edna Mae Range of Austin, Texas. Three brothers: Bobby C. Johnson (Catherine), Clarence Allen Johnson (Melinda) all of Crawford, MS. Arthur Johnson, M.D.(Shawn) of Fort Smith Arkansas. Two sisters-n-law: Valerie Johnson, and Christine Johnson both of Crawford, MS; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Gary is preceded in death by four brothers: Willie B. Johnson, John B. Johnson and Larry Johnson of Crawford, MS; Thomas Johnson of St. Louis, Missouri and one brother-in-law, Samuel Monroe of Crawford, MS.

Visitation:
Sunday, February 22, 2026
4:00PM - 5:00PM

Carter's Mortuary Services
5598 Highway 45 S.
P.O. Box 773
West Point, MS 39773

Visitation:
Monday, February 23, 2026
10:00AM - 11:00AM

Service:
Monday, February 23, 2026
11:00AM

Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church
2257 Moor High Rd.
Crawford, MS 39743

Final Resting Place:

Crigler Cemetery
Crigler Road
Crawford, MS 39743

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