Larry Johnson, Sr.

Larry Johnson, Sr., age 84, passed away on March 31, 2026, leaving behind more than a few good stories that probably got better with each telling.

Born on August 21, 1941, Larry lived a life of hard work, adventure, and deep love for his family. He was handy, resourceful, and could fix just about anything, sometimes in ways only he understood. He was always ready to help, whether you asked or not, and his steady presence, along with occasional unsolicited advice, meant a lot to those around him.

Larry was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Johnson; his beloved wife of 62 years, Mary Johnson; his brothers, Pat Johnson, Truss Johnson, and Charles Johnson; and his sister, Bonnie Colter.

He is survived by his children, Teresa Phelps, Larry Johnson, Jr., and Steve Johnson. He also leaves behind a loving (and lively) group of grandchildren, including Tabitha Wright (Michael Welch), Dennis Phelps (Kasandra), Joey Johnson III (Christina), Juan Johnson, Teresa Johnson, Tristan Johnson, Cortney Johnson, and Anastasia Johnson. Larry was also blessed with 16 great-grandchildren, three sisters, and several other family members.

Larry found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved fishing, whether the fish cooperated or not, spending time at the casino, and hosting poker nights with his grandchildren, where the competition was friendly but the bragging rights were very real. He took great pride in gardening, patiently tending to his plants and proving that good things take time, even if he occasionally talked to them like they could hurry it up a bit. One of his greatest joys was traveling with his daughter Teresa, making memories along the way, likely with a few detours and stories to match.

A special thanks to his nephew, Pascal Johnson, for always showing up, especially when the family was out of town, to take Larry fishing, spend time with him, and make sure there was never a shortage of good company. The family is also grateful for his poker crew, who shared in so many laughs, games, and memories over the years.

Above all else, Larry loved his family deeply and without hesitation. His love was steady, generous, and unconditional.

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