Maynard K. Johnson Sr., 85

Published 4:53 pm Thursday, July 24, 2014

NEW CANTON, July 24 — Maynard K. Johnson Sr., 85, of New Canton, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 21, 2014. HeMaynard proudly served for 21 years in the U.S. Air Force, as a Navigator, and achieved the rank of Lt. Col., retiring in 1971.

After his retirement from the military Mr. Johnson opened Maynard K. Johnson Real Estate. He was an active realtor for a number of years and promoted Buckingham County and central Virginia as a wonderful place to live and retire.

Survivors include a daughter, Darlene L. Johnson of Midlothian; son, Dr. M. Kenneth Johnson Jr. (Debbie) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; two granddaughters, Rebekah J. Dollar (Ben) and Anna J. Weaver (Brett); two great-grandsons, Avery and Hudson Weaver; his wife of 11 years, Arlene Amos Johnson; a brother, Lewis Johnson of Fork Union; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Goode and Louise Johnson, three brothers, Robert L., Joseph P. “Sonny”, and C. Marvin Johnson and his wife of 37 years, Janette G. Johnson.

The family would like to thank Dr. David Campanelli and Dr. James T. May, III for their compassionate medical care. Special thanks to his caregivers, for being so kind and attentive in the care they provided and made it possible for him to stay at home as his health declined.

Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, July 26 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, New Canton. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.

Contributions may be made to Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Building Fund, 1148 Chapel Road, New Canton, VA 23123

Puckett Funeral Home, Farmville, is serving the family. www.puckettfh.com