February 6, 1945 - November 28, 2024
Walter Johnson, 79, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, November 28, 2024. He was born on Tuesday February 6, 1945 to Cam Johnson and Zula Mann Johnson in Marianna, Arkansas.
Walter is survived by his daughter, Sherry Weatherford (Eddy) of Marianna, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Amber Saltsgaver (Richie) of Marianna, Arkansas and Nathan Spain (Natalie) of Palestine, Arkansas; seven great grandchildren, Skylar, Sydney, Peyton, Mason, Drake, Hailey and Maci Ann; brother, John Johnson (Janie) of Marianna, Arkansas; three sisters, Roberta Paulman of Brickey's, Arkansas, Commie Benham of Marianna, Arkansas and Rose Edmonson (Tommy) of Lufkin, Texas; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Johnson; son, Michael Johnson; his parents, Cam Johnson and Zula Mann Johnson and nine brothers, Jack Johnson, Virgil (Monk) Johnson, Delbert Johnson, Labborn Johnson, R.C. Johnson, Huey Johnson, J.C (Jay) Johnson, Roger Johnson and Kim Johnson.
Funeral service for Walter will be Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. A visitation will be held one hour prior. Interment will be at Marianna Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be Nathan Spain, George Saltsgaver, Allen Jones, Joe Askew, Timothy Turley, Caden Johnson and Mark Johnson. Honorary pallbearer will be Tra Honeycutt.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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8 Condolence(s)
Debra Busby
Monday, December 23, 2024
Loved Mr Walter, I worked with at Forrest Food Giant for many years and we had some good times. I know you will miss him at lot. Prayers forbyou all.
Peggy Ford
Saturday, December 7, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Butch and Carol Robb
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Butch and Walter was friends for along time. They cut many steaks together over the years. You can’t find today men like them who were dependable and loyal to food
Giant. You will be in our prayers.
Rose Edmonson
Monday, December 2, 2024
So very sorry for your loss and that I cannot attend the service. Sending love and prayers for all of you. May God give you all peace and healing and give you comfort,
Sandra Dilks
Monday, December 2, 2024
Sherry, what a beautiful legacy your daddy left behind. He was always my favorite Johnson brother although I loved them all. Walter was so kind and helpful and he will be missed by everyone who knew him. He will have many stars in his crown…
Steve Edwards
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Walter was a big part of the Food Giant Family for many years. We loved and appreciated him. He will be missed.
Dale & Laura Andrews
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Mr. Walter was a kind and generous man, he was a hard worker. Enjoyed many conversations with him through the years. He will be missed by many who knew him. Many prayers for his family at this time of their loss. May they know that he is in his heavenly home & be praised by his Lord. God Bless
Marie Vickers
Friday, November 29, 2024
Sherry so sorry about you the loss if you Dad he was such and nice man always spoke when I was at the store. my prayers are with you