Jerry Johnson's Obituary
Heath “Jerry” Johnson, 77, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Sweet Home Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Preston Young. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. There will be no formal visitation.
Born February 7, 1949, in Union County, Jerry was the son of the late Wade and Myrtle Johnson. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Linda Johnson, and his second wife, Patsy Johnson.
Jerry will be lovingly remembered by his special Lady Friend, Linda Law. Those also left to cherish his memory are children, Kevin Johnson (Leigh Ann) and Angela Johnson; his stepchildren, Kyle Manus (Ashley) and Mary Cress (Brad); his grandchildren, Logan Johnson, Luke Johnson, and Joelie Liberty (Zack); his step-grandchildren, Ruby, Lilly, Clay, and Ty.
Jerry was a kind and straightforward man who loved the simple pleasures of life. He loved attending church at Mt. Zion and New Mt. Tabor and had recently returned to his home church, Sweet Home Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with his faithful dog, “Dottie”. He also enjoyed visiting with his many friends at the local cafés, including Pines, Winks, Log Cabin, and Marli’s. A hard worker by nature, Jerry always liked to stay busy, and he especially enjoyed a good chocolate banana split.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Levine Cancer Institute and Tillery Compassionate Care for the care and support shown to Jerry during his declining health.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tillery Compassionate Care, 960 N. 1st Street, Albemarle, NC 28001.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is honored to serve the Johnson family.
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