Josephine Johnson

Mrs. Josephine Johnson age 90, of West Jefferson, died on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Johnson was born on September 16, 1922 in Lilly, FL to Charles and Donnie Albrittan Newberry. Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by parents, husband, Lester Edward Johnson, grandson, Neal Taylor and two sisters. Mrs. Johnson attended the Ashe County Worship Center and she always had a green thumb when it came to gardening. She currently was working as a senior companion though the Appalachian Senior Program.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens by Pastor Chuck Call.

Mrs. Johnson is survived by: Son, Gene Taylor and wife Jane of Charlotte, two grandchildren, Mark Taylor and Leigh Taylor Manns, also surviving are 7 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com.

Ashelawn Memorial Chapel & Gardens was entrusted with Mrs. Johnson's arrangements.

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