Rudy LaFayette Johnson, 69, of Siler City passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at his home.
Mr. Johnson was born October 12, 1951, the son of Timothy Johnson Sr. and Carlene Brooks Johnson. Rudy was a coach, Driver’s Ed instructor, and ISS teacher. He was a Mason in Lodge 711, and the vice-chairman of the Board of Trustees at Jordan Grove AME Zion Church. In addition to his parents, Rudy was preceded in death by his brother, Homer Johnson, and sister; Annie Williams.
Survivors include his daughter, Keisha Brown and husband Bobby of Greensboro; son, Ryan Johnson and wife Melissa of Burlington; sisters, Janie Jordan and husband Adrean, and Everleen Russell; brother, Timothy Johnson Jr. and wife Edna; grandchildren, Jayden and Payten Johnson, Mackenzie Brown and Haylee Dunn; special friend, Rev. Judy C. Bowden; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Johnson laid in repose on Monday, February 1, 2021, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Smith & Buckner Chapel, Siler City.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Smith & Buckner Chapel with Rev. Ronald Thomas officiating. Burial followed at Jordan Grove AME Zion Church Cemetery.
Smith & Buckner is assisting the Johnson family.
Online condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com.