Date Of Birth: April 13, 1939
Date Of Death: February 1, 2008
Wilford Carr (Sonny) Johnson of Greenwood, IN died February 1, 2008. He was born April 13, 1939 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Joseph and Mabel Johnson. Carr was a 1960 graduate of Short Ridge High School, Indianapolis, IN and obtained a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the National College of Business. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years and he was a retired Indiana National Guardsman. Carr was a lifetime American Legion member at the Greenwood Indiana post, a Veterans of Foreign Wars member, a Disabled American Veterans member, an Eagles member and a Moose member. Carr was preceded in death by his brother, Johnny Johnson and sister Sharon (Johnson) Marsh, and survived by wife June (Roark) Johnson, Gallatin, TN, sister Sandra (Johnson) Coats, Indianapolis, IN, son Cris Carr Johnson, Indianapolis, IN, daughter Kristi Michelle (Johnson) Bulger, Indianapolis, In, son-in-law John Russell Bulger and daughter Terri Lynn Johnson, Gallatin, TN, along with five grandchildren: Amanda, 18, Joseph, 16, Shelby, 16, Taylor, 9, and Codey, 3.Visitation will be Wednesday, February 6 from 4-8pm at Indiana War Memorial Museum, 431 North Meridian St., Indianapolis, Funeral Service will be 11:00 am on Thursday, February 7th at the War Memorial. He will be laid to rest with military honors at Marion National Cemetery.
Dale Hogle says
What a year you and your family have experienced. Anyone of lesser strength and character would have never made it. May your love and fond memories sustain you now and forever. Dale
Sandra Coats says
I remember a lot about my little brothers youth..I remeber so well the day he was born in Fort Wayne at home..Sharon and I went to Grandma’s and when we came home we had a brother. We played house with him as our baby…which he was…I have many memories of our childhood…and when he grew up he was a great dancer…I really loved to dance with him…we grew apart some in the last few years but when we talked we both ended the conversation with “I love you”
He will be missed by me….just knowing he was in Greenwood gave me a lot of comfort…. Sandy
Becky Schmitt says
Kristi Michelle and family–you all will be in my thoughts and prayers these next few days.
Bill Tekla Beeskow says
We are sorry to hear of Mr. Johnson’s passing. Our prayers are with you all.
CHLTC Ned Moore RN USAR Ret says
May God’s Grace give you comfort and peace in this difficult time.
Bo Daniel says
Carr will always be in my heart, as a great friend of his at whiskey river, i will cherish all the good times we had togather, and all the good long talks me and him had, i will miss you so much carr, thanks for being such a great friend, my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone that he touched in his life, thank you for everything!
Liza Grosvenor Wininger says
I am very saddened at the news of Mr. Johnson’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
CW5 Frank Vaughn says
I am so sorry to hear of Carr’s passing. I have many fond memories of him and our service together and all of the family. I can not be with you at the services. I am currently at Ft Stewart, GA working a mobilization. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Terry Barton says
As I remember Carr, there were no strangers within his presence. He made friends immediately because he processed the ability, with his special talent of charisma, to make any and everyone his friend as soon as you met him.
I will miss you Carr, only for the fact I was a friend in need and you were always my friend in deed.
Love You Always,
Terry Barton
Ryan Abbott says
You never really value the time that two families spend together until the unexpected arrives. Thank you for remaining a part of my life from day one. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Ryan C. Abbott
Bill Lillian Abbott says
We are so sorry for the loss of Carr. Although we haven’t visited with him recently, we have fond family memories. The Johnson family was an important part of our lives. Love Bill & Lillie Abbott
The Burys says
We will all miss Carr he was such a sweet and funny man. Our prayers and thoughts and help are with you all.
Shane, Jenny, Kaden & Kyle Bury
Terry Johnson says
You as a family have always pulled together during hard times and thats where your strength will come from during this time of sorrow and loss. I love you all! I never realized how much Joseph Carr looks like his Grandpa carr until I saw the picture in the Obituaries. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Harrell says
You are all in my prayers.
Thinking of you.
Soldiers Memorial Chapel says
n++Dear Family of Sonny Johnson:
The congregation of Soldiers’ Memorial Chapel wants you to know that we prayed for you today and for the soul of Mr. Johnson.
It is our desire to give spiritual support and appreciation for all who have served our
country.
Now he is with the Lord victorious.
Forever Faithful,
James A. McKinney
Chaplain/Pastor
John Joanne Burkley says
Chris Michelle and Terry, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Love you all John and Joanne
Paul Sherry Baine says
Paul and I would like to express our sympathy to the whole family of Mr. Johnson. Even tho we did not know him personally, we truly feel a part of this family and care deeply for each of you.
Ted Zehr says
Sorry to hear about Carr. Stay well, Ted
Stephannie Brewington says
There are no words to express how greatly Carr will be missed. Anyone around him benefited from his knowledge of life. Mostly because he always wanted to help anyone he could by giving his advice. We will miss his laughter the most. No matter the circumstance he could always make us laugh. We will still hear him in our hearts. We love you Carr! Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, who he spoke of often and loved deeply.
The Staff of Whiskey River
GREG LEWIS says
Prayers from my family to yours. SFC Johnson has left several memories with me I’ll not forget. He was a good NCO.
Bryan Barbara Basey says
Carr will be sadly missed
Rick Vikki Etchison says
Michelle,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. In celebration of your Father’s life, we pray God’s comfort upon you & your family. May you experience His peace & joy during this difficult time.
Steve Bamford says
I feel very fortunate that I was able to spend some time with my uncle Carr during Thanksgiving. I had not seen him in over 20 years and I was happily surprised to find he was the same kind and humorous man I knew as a kid.He was a good man and I will miss him.
Eileen says
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and if I can do anything, please let me know.
We love ya’ll..Eileen, Elliot, Spencer & Trevor
Paul Baine says
I’m sorry for the lost of your love one. I didn’t know him like I did like some the rest of the family,but I fill like part of the family.
LOVE PAUL
Cyril Ikwebe says
God needed a soldier and he sent for Wilford Carr Johnson. He is now in heaven standing guard and in peace.
May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.