Rita Jean Johnson Obituary
The family of Rita Jean Johnson of Catlettsburg, Kentucky announces her passing on October 19, 2026. Rita, born on February 22, 1955, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Rita Jean Johnson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clarence Gene Payne and Goldie May Keeton Triplett; her daughter Jennifer Sparks; her siblings, Jeffrey, Dennis Ray, Larry D. Payne and Kaye France Bryant; and her grandson Scotty Burchett.
She is survived by: her husband Denny Roger Johnson of Catlettsburg, KY; her children, Jason Johnson of South Shore, KY, Edy Amber Reffett (Brandon) of South Shore, KY, Kimberly Myers (Richie) of Ashland, KY and Crystal Church (Tommy) of Dryridge, KY; her siblings, Jason Payne of Flatwoods, KY, Dianna L. Short of Portsmouth, OH, Janet Sue Payne of Dryridge, KY and Kathleen L. Tripplett of Raceland, KY; and her sisters-in-law, Roxanne and Wanda Payne. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Ashland Gospel Assembly (3831 Skyline Dr, Ashland, KY 41102). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
