Johnny Wayne Punturi Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of Johnny Wayne Punturi Sr. of Bluefield, Virginia, born in Bluefield, West Virginia, who passed away on July 5, 2026, at the age of 71. Johnny will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Johnny Wayne Punturi Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Nindo Punturi, Sr. and Ethel Punturi; and his siblings, Billy Ray Punturi, Nindo "Talley" Punturi, Rita, Ruth Mullins and Judy Nelson.
He is survived by: his sons, Johnny Punturi, Jr. (Brandi) of Bluefield, VA and Christopher Punturi (Marinda) of Sevierville, TN; his siblings, Robert Punturi, Daniel Punturi (Carol) of Bluefield, WV, Brian Punturi (Bonnie) of Martinsville, VA, Joan White (Allen) of Bluefield, WV and Carol Perry of Bluefield, WV.; his grandchildren, Bryant Punturi, Nicole Vanover (Jonathan), Ethan Punturi, Lexi Thompson (Conner), Zoey Punturi, Brianna and Ben; and his great grandchildren, Avarie Punturi, Greysin Vanover and Colter Vanover (Gary Earp).
