Hoy "Jeff" Johnson
October 4, 2016
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Jeff Johnson, 56, passed away at Memorial Mission Hospital on Tuesday, October 4th, 2016 after a lengthy illness. Jeff was born July 13, 1960 at Fort Huachuca Army Hospital in Arizona, the oldest son of the late Hoy Glenn and Nancy Cordell Johnson. Jeff graduated from T.C. Roberson High School in 1978 and received Bachelor's degrees in Political Science and Philosophy from NC State University.
Jeff was an active member of the Biltmore Lions Club for many years. He was also an avid NC State Wolfpack fan and cherished many trips to Myrtle Beach, SC. Jeff worked in the family business, H&N Produce, and also with Ingles Markets.
Jeff is survived by two brothers, James Alan Johnson and his wife Diane of Cary, and Gary Edward Johnson and his wife Myra of Asheville. Jeff is also survived by a niece and two nephews, James Parker Johnson of Cary, and Logan McKenna Johnson and Tessa McKayla Johnson of Northville, Michigan.
During his time of need, Jeff was lovingly cared for by the devoted staff of Asheville Health Care in Swannanoa and DaVita Dialysis Center in Asheville, and his family including Ann Gribble and Kay Tesner of Asheville.
A celebration of life service for family and friends is being planned for later in October.
Memorials in Jeff's name may be made to:
American Diabetes Association or Meals on Wheels.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in our thought and prayers.
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences for the family.
So sorry to hear about Jeff, he was a awesome friend. Praying for the family. I f I can help, let me know.
Our brother, Jeffrey James, was next door to Hoy at Asheville Health Care and we have the Sunday morning Church service there. Hoy attended the service regularly and he was a blessing to all of us. We miss him but rejoice that he is in Heaven with Jesus. Our prayers are with the family.
Jimmy and Gary,
Sweet memories of the Johnson boys. Jeff always had the brightest smile. I know you will miss him. Love to you both.
Shannon and Joe
I’m so sorry for your loss. During this difficult time, find comfort in God. At Revelation 21: 3, 4, God promises to soon end mourning, pain and death. Also, God’s promise of a resurrection found at Acts 24:15 gives us hope.
So sorry for your loss will be praying for the family,graduated from high school with Jeff.
Jeff was an old friend from college and I saw him last 10 years ago. I will forever be grateful for the friendship and love shown by Jeff and his family. My condolences to you all on his passing. I have made a donation to the American Diabetes Association in memory of my young old friend Jeff.
I want to send my love and sympathies to the Johnson family. I’m very sorry for your loss. It’s no way to really describe the pain one feels when death overtakes a loved one. Feelings of sadness and grief can be overwhelming during this time of mourning. However, comfort from the scriptures can give you hope. John 5:28,29 speaks of the promise of the resurrection. That scripture says, ‘Do not be amazed at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.’ What this can mean for your family is a real hope of being reunited with your dead loved ones.