Nancy Johnson

December 30, 1939 ~ July 27, 2016
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Nancy Jean Cordell Johnson died peacefully at Brooks-Howell Home on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.
Nancy was a life-long resident of Asheville. Born December 30, 1939, the youngest daughter of William Henry and Cora Johnson Cordell. Nancy graduated from Biltmore High School in 1958 and on August 16th of the same year was married to Hoy Glenn Johnson, her husband of 42 years. Hoy passed away on June 4, 2000.
Nancy was a life-long member of Biltmore Baptist Church and for many years was very involved in the Ladies Golden Rule Sunday School Class. Nancy was also an active member of the Biltmore Lions Club.
Nancy was a loving mother and care giver to many. She and Hoy proudly raised and are survived by three boys, Hoy Jeffrey Johnson of Asheville, James Alan Johnson and his wife Diane of Cary, and Gary Edward Johnson and his wife Myra of Asheville. Nancy is also survived by 3 grandchildren, Logan McKenna Johnson and Tessa McKayla Johnson of Northville, Michigan and James Parker Johnson of
Cary, as well as a brother, William Henry Cordell and his wife Joyce of Asheville, and a sister-in- law Retha Cordell of Asheville. Deceased siblings include Robert Lee Cordell (wife Retha) and Betty Jane McMahan (husband Jeter P) of Asheville.
Nancy enjoyed caring for and providing comfort to others, frequently providing transportation, meals, and other assistance to those around her in need. She continued her passionate service to others as long as she was physically able. During her time of need, Nancy was lovingly cared for by the devoted staff of Brooks-Howell Home, Hospice, and her family and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday July 31st at 2 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Biltmore Baptist Church, 35 Clayton Rd. Arden, NC. A celebration of Nancy's life will be held at 3p.m. at the same location. Burial will immediately follow the celebration of life service at Green Hills Cemetery, 25 New Leicester Highway, Asheville.
Memorials in Nancy's name may be made to Biltmore Baptist Church, 35 Clayton Rd. Arden, NC 28704 – http://www.biltmorebaptist.org/give/; Brooks-Howell Home, 266 Merrimon Ave. Asheville, NC 28801; http://www.brooks-howell.org/ or to CarePartners Hospice and Palliative Care of Buncombe County, 68 Sweeten Creek Rd. Asheville, NC 28803; https://4046.thankyou4caring.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=298Asheville
I am so sorry for your loss. It was an honor to know Nancy. She was such a sweet person.
Jeff, Jim, Gary and Bill, I was very saddened to hear about your mom and sister. Nancy and I were long time friends, neighbors and classmates. Nancy was so good to Mother taking her to hair appointments, visiting, etc. as I know she did for many others. I am so sorry that miles and circumstances prevented me from being there with her during these last months. I am thankful she is no longer suffering. May God’s perfect peace surround you now and in the days to come. Love to all.
Jeff and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a very sweet lady.
Jeff and family, So sorry about the loss of your Mom. You all are in my prayers
Love to all of you.
Barbara Queen Farr
Thinking of you, Jimmy, Jeff, and Gary and your families. Your mom was a sweet, dear lady and a loyal fan of TCR basketball. She and your dad raised three fine young men. She will be missed. Much love to you all.
So sorry. Praying for the family.
Johnson family I am so sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. She was a lovely giving person. She was so good to my mother and I appreciated her so much. God bless you all.
Johnson family, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your family. My dad considered your father his best friend. I hope you will remember Louie Renison the gentleman that always played Santa Claus at Christmas. He and my mom loved both you mom and Dad. They were both wonderful and caring people and will be missed.
So sorry for your loss. I am a class mate from Biltmore High School and remember Nancy as a wonderful person. She was one of the best in our class and I have enjoyed the reunions and the times of renewing friendships. We will certainly miss her but aware that she is with the Lord and family. God bless you in the day ahead and you will find His grace for your needs.
My wife and I will be praying for each of you.
So sorry for your loss,you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mrs Johnson was like a mother to me. Love to everyone.