Claude Johnston III Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Claude Johnston III of Jacksonville, North Carolina, who passed away on January 31, 2025 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Claude leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Claude may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his daughter Rita Johnson of Columbus, GA; his brothers, Whylie Phillips of St. Louis, MO and Gregory Phillips of St. Louis, MO; his grandchildren, Latisha Johnson of Macon, GA and Charles Johnston of Wilmington, NC; and his great grandchild Ava Johnson Williams of Macon, GA.
Viewing was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the First Missionary Baptist Church of Georgetown (153 Broadhurst Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the First Missionary Baptist Church of George Town (153 Broadhurst Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540). A burial was held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 at the Onslow Memorial Park (3280 Richlands Hwy, Jacksonville, NC 28540).
