Wilbur Vernon Johnson Obituary

In loving memory of Wilbur Vernon Johnson of Winston Salem, North Carolina, who departed this world on May 29, 2025 at the age of 79. Wilbur leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilbur Earl Johnson, Sr. and Lorraine Lorenz Johnson. He is survived by: his wife Janis Wendt Johnson; his children, Bryan Johnson (Wendy) of Newburg, WI, Brent Johnson (Karen) of Grapevine, TX, Josh Johnson (Trish) of Woodbridge, VA and Jill Held (Brett) of Wallburg, NC; his siblings, Bernie Johnson (Kathy) of Berlin, WI, Jerry Johnson (Sharon) of Berlin, WI, Gary Johnson (Karen) of Berlin, WI and Sharon Harvey of West Bend, WI; and his grandchildren, Jordan Boyles, Peyton Johnson, Braden Held, Josie Johnson, Owen Held and Everett Johnson.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Bill's memory may be made to the University of Wisconsin Foundation through there website, Support UW.org.