Grady Louis Johnson
Grady Louis Johnson passed away at his home in Pinehurst on August 10, 2015. Mr. Johnson was born September 13, 1924, near Center, Texas to Coolie Johnson and Eva Belle Fielder Johnson.
On January 11, 1943 he married Peggy Finklea Johnson. During World War II he served with the U.S. Army in the Pacific.
Mr. Johnson loved his involvement in numerous local and regional business and government interests, serving on the Pinehurst City Council and as Mayor of Pinehurst. In February 2014 the City of Pinehurst honored him with the dedication of the “Grady L. Johnson Council Chambers”.
He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 63 years, Peggy Johnson; granddaughter Janet Elizabeth Johnson; brothers Sydney Johnson, D O Johnson, Fredmon Johnson, and C R Johnson; and sisters Juanita Sherrod, Adena Burton, and Imogene Williams.
He is survived by sons David Grady Johnson of Beaumont; Ronnie Johnson and wife Nancy of Aurora, Colorado; Kenny Johnson and wife Kathy of Little Cypress; Steve Johnson of Orange; and by daughter Eva Elaine Reeder and husband Tom of Granbury; thirteen grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at the Cove Baptist Church of Orange on Thursday, August 13, 2015, at 10:00a.m. Entombment will follow at the Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.
A visitation will be held from 6:00pm-8:00pm, on Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas.
The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at River City Hospice for taking such great care of Grady during his illness. We are especially grateful to the devoted caregivers, Cindy Rea and Brenda Turner.
Military Honors will be performed by the Southesast Texas Veterans Service Group.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Heart Association at 10900-B Stonelake Blvd., Suite 320, Austin, Texas 78759 or to the charity of your choice.
Condolences
Robert Johnson
June 9, 2019
I learned of my cousins passing with great sorrow. He's with all his Brothers & Sisters, his Mom and Dad and the Wonderful Johnson family thats gone before us. Condolences to his family. Robert M. Johnson
Tommy And Linda Moody
August 16, 2015
So sorry to hear about Grady. He was a very special man. Always loved hearing the stories he would tell . He would call me to check on Daddy from time to time, and we would have a good visit. He will be greatly missed. Our thought and prayers are with all of his family and friends. Tommy and Linda Moody
Lyndsi Goins
August 12, 2015
Grady was a very special patient here at Dr. Cox and Libby Green's office. Had the pleasure of being his nurse at the office for the past 3 and a half years and he always put a smile on everyone's face. He will be dearly missed by all.
Carrie Chambliss
August 12, 2015
Grady was a very kind hearted man who loved life. He always had something nice to say when he came into our office. I loved having the opportunity to get to know him. He will be missed dearly.
Anonymous
August 12, 2015
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Grady Louis Johnson.
Ruth Polley And Verna Davidson
August 12, 2015
David--My mother and I were so sorry to hear about your father. My mother said he has been on the prayer list at First Baptist Church Orange. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ruth Polley and Verna Davidson
Nathan Merritt
August 12, 2015
It's been years since I lived in Pinehurst but I will never forget what a fine gentleman Grady Johnson was and how much he accomplished for the City. I send my deepest heartfelt condolences to all the family, friends, and loved ones of Grady. I pray God gives each of you strength and comfort during this difficult time and in the days ahead.
Darwin Hinson
August 11, 2015
Mr. Johnson Was A Business Man; A Thinker; A Motivator; Full Of Wisdom; And, Loved And Helped Others; And, The Hinson Family Wants You To Know That We Thank Mr. Grady Johnson For Giving My Dad A Place Of Employment To Support Our Family During The 60s! May The LORD JESUS CHRIST Bless Your Family During This Most Difficult Time! The Hinson Boys: Willie; Eugene; Weldon; Clarence; Jerald; And, Darwin!
Dr. Dena Mcgowan
August 11, 2015
Mr. Grady was one of the good ones. He was always there to support my Mom during all those years when she was the city secretary. My family lived in the same neighborhood and Elaine and I were Chief classmates. He was always happy to have us going in and out of his house. He will be missed by us, but is with God and in a better place.
Lill Bingham-Gray
August 11, 2015
To the family of Grady Johnson, You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go though this transition in your lives. He has stepped into eternity and embraced by our loving Lord. He is home.
Anonymous
August 11, 2015
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Grady Louis Johnson.
Anonymous
August 11, 2015
Blooming Garden Basket was purchased for the family of Grady Louis Johnson.
Larry Mcreynolds
August 11, 2015
Sorry to see you Dad go but God needed him to manage things in heaven. He was only on loan from God until his work here was complete. Our loss was heavens gain. Sometimes it's hard to share but at our age we'll see him soon enough.
Larry McReynolds