Johnny Everett Auman

Johnny Everett Auman, age 77, of Asheboro passed away on January 15, 2024 at Randolph Hospital.

Mr. Auman was born in Asheboro on June 20, 1946 to Arthur Claude and Jewell Callicutt Auman, who preceded him in death.  Johnny was well educated, received his bachelor’s in business from UNC-Chapel Hill, and retired as a school teacher.  He loved the works of Frank Lloyd Wright.  Johnny loved music, playing in several bands, the most notable being the Perry Hunt Band.  Johnny loved his family and was a terrific uncle.  He was very organized and engaged in his family’s lives.  Johnny was a jokester and entertainer, enjoyed being in nature and bird watching, and in his earlier years, he enjoyed playing tennis.  Johnny was an avid Tarheels fan.  

He is survived by his longtime companion, Doris Henson of the home; sisters, Carolyn Hodgin (Keith) of Ramseur and Jane Bell (John) of Brevard; brother, Jerry Auman (Elaine) of Grays Chapel; and several loving nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The National Audubon Society, 225 Varick St., New York, NY 10014 or the Randolph County Public Library, 201 Worth St., Asheboro, NC 27203.