Mr. Russell Fred Johnson age 61 of Creston, died Saturday, October 2, 2010 at the VA Hospital in Salisbury. Mr. Johnson was born April 18, 1949 in Ashe County to the late Ed and Vada Patrick Johnson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers: Charles, Glen and Ray Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a Vietnam War veteran who served in the Army. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 PM Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at the Johnson Cemetery in Creston. Mr. Johnson is survived by: One son: Russell Johnson Jr. or Greenville, SC Three sisters: Betty Carey and Kate Hamby both of Elkton, MD & Nora West of Highpoint, NC Four brothers: Ernest Johnson of Mt. City, TN, Bill and Ralph Johnson both of Palm, PA and Chester Johnson of Barto, PA His companion: Erma Dean Graybeal several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send and view email condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.