William H. “Bill” Johnson

RALEIGH – William H. “Bill” Johnson, 90, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020. Bill was born in Wake County on February 23, 1930 to the late Cephus Sanford and Lillie Medlin Johnson. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force, from which he was honorably discharged. Having a strong work ethic instilled in him at an early age, Bill was a dedicated employee of the U.S. Postal Service, from which he retired after an admirable career. A man of faith, Bill was a devout Christian and member of West Clayton Church of God. He was also a member of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Association. Of all his pastimes, Bill’s most cherished was his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Hazel Willard Johnson; son, Jerald Benjamin “Ben” Johnson and wife, Karen of Wendell; and grandson, Jonah Benjamin Johnson. His warm friendship and kindness will be forever remembered by his church family, friends, and coworkers in the days ahead. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Bernice Wiggs; and brothers, Carroll B. Johnson, Edward Johnson, and Sam Johnson. Bill will lie in state at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, located at 831 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, on Friday, August 7, 2020 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm for those who wish to pay their respects and sign the guest register. A funeral service will be held in the Chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Raleigh on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 10:00 am. The burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park, Raleigh. Due to Covid-19, face masks or coverings are required, and common social distancing procedures will be observed at the funeral home and cemetery. Flowers are welcome, or in lieu memorial contributions may be made in Bill’s memory to West Clayton Church of God, P.O. Box 777, Clayton, NC 27528. Arrangements are by Bryan-Lee Funeral Home of Raleigh. Online condolences may be made at www.bryan-leefuneralhome.com