Wade Lemuel Johnson

Wade Lemuel Johnson, age 80 of Asheboro, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, February 07, 2025 at the Randolph Hospice House. 

Wade was born on January 12, 1945 in Lincoln County, NC to Charlie Johnson and Lucy Moody Johnson. He grew up a majority of his life in Burke County, NC. Wade worked in retail for numerous years and later with Lowe’s Home Improvement. He was a member at Berean Memorial Baptist Church for 33 years and served as their church treasurer. Wade also enjoyed listening to gospel music and being around his church family. In addition to his parents, Wade is preceded in death by his brother, Troy Johnson; sister, Iris Allen; niece, Diana; and is now reunited with his extremely faithful canine companion, Cody. 

Wade is survived by his wife of 39 years, Brenda Johnson of the home; step-son, Jerry Myers (Tabitha) of Statesville; and five loving nieces.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 11:00 am with Rev. Joe Farlow and assistant pastor Earl Smith officiating. Following Wade’s service, a pot luck meal will be served for everyone attending the service in the fellowship hall at Berean Memorial Baptist Church, 4991 Branson Davis Rd., Sophia, NC 27350. 

The family would like to extend a very special thank you to their friends and neighbors at Williams Creek, to the caring staff at Alpine Health and Rehabilitation for the loving care they provided, and to the caring supportive staff, especially nurse Amber, at the Randolph Hospice House.

Memorials may be made in Wade’s honor to the Randolph County Animal Shelter, 1370 County Land Rd., Randleman, NC 27317 or to Hospice of Randolph County, 416 Vision Dr., Asheboro, NC 27203.