Johnnie Wilson, Jr. Obituary in Madison at Perry-Spencer Madison

Obituary For Johnnie Wilson, Jr.

Johnnie Wilson, Jr, 78, of Eden, NC died August 21, 2021. Public viewing will be held from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday August 27, 2021, at Perry Spencer Funeral Home, Eden, NC. A funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday August 28,2021 at Perry Spencer Funeral Home Chapel, Eden, NC. We request that everyone practice social distancing and wear a mask.

Mr. Johnnie Wilson, Jr. was a loving father, husband, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend that passed away at Gibson House on Saturday, August 21, 2021. Lil Johnnie was born July 14, 1943 the late Johnnie E. Wilson, Sr. and the late Lucinda (Cindy) Hairston Wilson. He attended public school in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. He was a farmer and after farming, he was a supervisor at Envoir Mental Services for Creative Leadership, Greensboro, NC until he retired after 25 years. After retiring he started doing carpentry work, where his work could be seen in Eden, NC and surrounding areas. Johnnie was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Wilson, his brother, Robert (Buck) and Mack Wilson, his sisters, Evon and Mary Louise.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his children; James V. Wilson, Joannie Mebane, Johnny Wilson, III all of Eden, NC, Ronald Wilson (Angie) of Axton, VA, sisters; Martha A. Clark (Connell), Fannie Adams (Carlton) of Eden, NC, Cynthia Wilson of Yanceyville, NC, sisters-in-law; Elsie Hayes of Reidsville, NC, Lottie and Doris Hairston, brother-in-law; Odell Hairston all of Virginia, 9 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, two aunts; Annie Wilson and Della Wilson both of Virginia, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, a special friend, Dorothy Wade.

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So sorry for your loss, I will keep the family in my prayer. Susan Clark

My thoughts and prayers are with Johnnie's family during this sad time. He was a wonderful man and dedicated worker with me at the Center for Creative Leadership for many years. Thankful for his life and all he touched. Cindy Holmquist

The Nimmons Family is sending up a Prayer for the Wilson Family, just know that JESUS know all about our struggles and HE will guide us until the day is done. There's not a FRIEND like the lowly JESUS, no not one. Elder Marvin and Vanessa Moyer Nimmons

To Ronald and Angie sorry for the loss. My prayers and heart is with you all. Praying that God will give you comfort at this time . Missy and family

Johnnie was a dear friend and wonderful colleague at the Center for Creative Leadership. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during your time of loss.

We are so very sorry about the loss of Johnnie. You all are in our prayers. The Richardson Family

We are so sorry to hear of Johnnie's passing. We extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. Our prayers are with each of you.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Frank & Rita Wilson and Family