Richard Thomas Johnson

Richard Thomas Johnson of Fuquay Varina, NC passed away on February 22, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family. Born April 3, 1945 in Chicago, IL, Richard was preceded in death by his parents Gustave Wendell and Ruth Victoria (Carlson) Johnson, and his brother Wayne Lee Johnson (Colleen Smith). Richard is survived by his wife of 53 years Nancy (Stone) Johnson; his children Meredith Garrett (Chad), Alicia Maynard (Daniel), Christopher (Heather), and Mark (Kristin). Richard is “Poppy” to his grandchildren Payton, Elijah, Parker, Ethan, Makenna, Benjamin, Ashlynn, Jeremiah, and Ian. Richard proudly and bravely served in the United States Marine Corps from 1963-1966 and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. Semper Fi! Richard graduated and received his Bachelor’s degree from NC Wesleyan College. He worked for IBM for 27 years and for UL-DQS for 19 years serving in the field of Quality international safety standards. Richard was an active member of Cary Alliance Church and served in many roles including custodian, Governing Board member, Trustee, Treasurer, and active volunteer wherever help was needed. Richard was a lifelong woodworker having made many memorable pieces that friends and family cherish. He loved and faithfully supported the NC Vietnam Veterans Association and was a member of the NC Patriot Guard. He was passionate about helping young people understand and value the experience and sacrifice of the US Military through regular programs in the local schools. He will be deeply missed. Richard’s memorial and celebration of life will be at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, February 28 at Cary Alliance Church, 4108 Ten Ten Rd, Apex, NC 27539. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service until 2:45 p.m. Reverend Mitchell Gregory will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Cary Alliance Church youth LIFE trip or contributions may be sent in his memory to the NCVVI Scholarship Fund care of Bonnie Kuhr, 7316 Ray Rd Raleigh, NC 27613.

Richard Thomas Johnson

April 3, 1945 - February 22, 2022