Gentry Tyrus Johnson

Mr. Gentry Tyrus Johnson, age 96, of Hohenwald, TN, passed away peacefully at his home on April 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Gentry was born January 13, 1930, in Wayne County to the late May Johnson. He joined the United States Army for two years and, soon after returning home, married Imogean Gilchrist of Collinwood, TN, on December 24, 1952, at the age of 22. Not long after their marriage, he attended trade school in Decatur, AL, where he learned to repair televisions. He later settled in Hohenwald with his family and became co-owner of J & P Furniture. Gentry was known not only for his work at the furniture store, but also for his hobbies after hours. He loved to fish and had a true passion for it. Some of his happiest moments were spent by the water at his camp on the Tennessee River or along a local creek, with a fishing pole in hand, enjoying the quiet beauty of the outdoors. He also enjoyed hunting, shuffleboard, playing pool, and spending time with the morning Hardee’s group of friends for many years. He was also a member of Blondy Church. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Imogean Johnson; daughter, Wanda Denton of Morganton, NC; son, Dennis Johnson (Janet) of Hohenwald, TN; granddaughters, Amy Vinson of Morganton, NC, Samantha Webb (Andy) of Hohenwald, TN, Chanda Foster (Steve) of Ethridge, TN, and Crystal Johnson of Ethridge, TN; grandson, Stephen Chad Sanders of Centerville, TN; great-grandchildren, Jack Vinson of Asheville, NC, Reagan Webb (Trenton Clayton) of Hohenwald, TN, Casen Sanders of Centerville, TN, and Asher Webb of Hohenwald, TN; great-grandson, Trace Clayton of Hohenwald, TN; as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his son, Jeffery “Piggy” Johnson of Hohenwald, and his uncle, Covey Johnson of Cypress Inn, who raised him. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all family and friends for their love and support, and to the wonderful nurses and aides with Compassus of Lawrenceburg for the care they provided. Visitation with the family will be held on Monday, April 6, from 12:00 PM until service time at 3:00 PM. Burial will follow in the Lewis County Memorial Gardens. McDonald Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Johnson family.

Gentry Tyrus Johnson

January 13, 1930 - April 2, 2026