Thomas Earl Johnson, 83, of Fort Worth Texas went to his heavenly home on Thursday, April 8, 2021, due to a 7 year battle with Scleroderma. Tommy was a faithful man who loved the Lord, his family and friends. He loved his church home in Tyler Texas, Green Acres Baptist where he and Sandy were members for 20 years. Tommy spent 27 years at Murdock Machine and Engineering. He was an accomplished aerospace welder with hundreds of special certifications one being a certified heliarc welder. In his younger years he enjoyed cabinet making. He loved woodworking; his attention to detail was apparent in everything he did. He loved to laugh and his sense of humor was contagious. He loved sitting and visiting with family and friends, playing cards and a good game of 42, camping and camp fires were one of his favorite hobbies along with morning coffee. He loved the smell of fresh cut grass and morning coffee. He took great pride in his home and yard. Tommy is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sandra Johnson (Sandy) of Fort Worth, Tx; his daughter Shari and husband Ty Locke of Euless Tx, grandson Clinton Bradley Locke (Brad) of Euless Tx, granddaughter Lacy Locke and Sean Bloch of Bedford Texas, his only great granddaughter Emma Baker, his brother Don Johnson, his brother in law Arlon Gaither, and several nephews and nieces and many other friends and family. He was preceded in death by his parents Lee and Emma Johnson; his sister Mona Gaither. There will be a Committal Service with Army military honors held at DFW National Cemetery on April 23, 2021 at 9:15 a.m. A celebration of his life to follow at the home of his daughter and son in law Ty and Shari Locke 805 Chipwood Ct. Euless, Tx 76039. The family requests in lieu of flowers a donation in his name to Green Acres Baptist Church Missions, 1607 Troup Hwy, Tyler Tx 75701.
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When Tommy and Sandy was back in Tyler they were part of our SS class at Green Acres. Tommy was someone I looked forward to seeing each Sunday. We all missed them when they left. Tommy was a good friend and we all will miss him. We will continue to pray for you Sandy. GOD IS GOOD
Sweetest Sandy and Shari, May the Lord bless you and keep you during this incredible time of loss. May you feel His comfort and peace. Tommy will always be such a precious memory for me. With much love and sincerity, Kay South
Our hearts are greatly saddened by the passing of Tommy, as we lift Sandy and all the family up to our gracious Heavenly Father for strength, comfort and peace at this difficult time of loss. Such a sweet, kind friend he was to us, and we loved his wonderful smile! We are praising God that Tommy was such a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, and is now Home free of pain and suffering. Prayers and love to each of you. Jimmy and Kay
Sandy, Shari and family,
What precious memories I have of Tommy! He was always so kind, with an unforgettable smile and giggle. As I recall, he had a great love for the Lord and his family. A very special man who will be missed by many. May God comfort and give His peace to all of you at this time of such great loss.
I am sorry for your loss. I remember all the times Bobby and I played aggravation with him and Sandy. We shared love and laughter. He will be missed.
Remember your 50th anniversary and how much fun it was and what a special couple you were.Always looked forward to the bright smiles and warm greetings you both shared.God will carry you through Sandy.What a blessing to know his soul is with Jesus.Love and prayers,Charlotte Morris
This is a beautiful tribute to Tommy. He will be missed by many. Cherish your memories. Vanda Domnick