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John C. Johnson, Jr., M.D. August 24, 1944- June 27, 2024
JONESBOROUGH - John C. Johnson, Jr., M.D. was born in Morristown, TN, on August 24, 1944, and died on June 27, 2024. He lived with his mother and father in Jefferson City until he was seven and moved to Elizabethton in March 1952. He went to elementary school, junior high, and high school in Elizabethton, graduating from Elizabethton High School in 1962 as the salutatorian of the class.
His further education included an undergraduate degree in chemistry from Vanderbilt University, followed by an M.D. in 1969 from the same university. He then interned in internal medicine at Vanderbilt and did an ophthalmology residency at Washington University in St. Louis, finishing in June 1973.
The following two years were spent with the USAF at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, MS. He then did a year's fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL. He moved to Johnson City after the year in Miami and spent his entire professional career at the Johnson City Eye Clinic, beginning in July 1976 and ending December 31, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his father, John C. Johnson, Sr. and his mother, Hilda R. Johnson.
He is survived by his wife, Vivian Morriss Johnson, daughter, Jenni Gabelsberg (Jason), son, David Johnson (Crystal), and four grandchildren: Haley Gabelsberg, Kyle Gabelsberg, Avery Gabelsberg, and Ayden Johnson.
John loved medicine, the Johnson City Eye Clinic, and his patients. He golfed, read, and learned with great joy.
John's highest praise for people he revered were the words forthright, patriot, and honorable. The same words could have been said about him.
The family will receive friends on Monday, July 1, 2024, at Tetrick Funeral Services, Johnson City, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. John will be buried on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 10:00 am at Happy Valley Memorial Park.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www. tetrickfuneralservices.com. Tetrick Funeral Services, 3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN 37604, is honored to serve the Johnson family. (423) 610-7171.
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Deborah White
July 23, 2024
Dear Vivian, we are so sorry to hear of John's passing. We hope your memories you can give you comfort and peace. I had the opportunity to work with Vivian teaching in Elizabethton. We will remember you and your family in our prayers.
Sincerely, Debbie and Chet White
Deborah White
July 23, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear that Dr John Johnson has passed away and I wanted to send sincerest condolences to his wife Vivian and family. I worked with Vivian as a teacher in Elizabethton many years.
I will remember Vivian and their family in my prayers.
Sincere regards, Deborah and Chet White
Jacqueline Heath
July 21, 2024
To the family of Dr. Johnson my name is Jacqueline Heath a neighbor of Jenny and David for many years in Johnson City. I wish to send condolences to both of you and your family. Unfortunately I was traveling in Europe at the time of death of your Father. So I was unable to pay my respects at his funeral. I was a patient of John for many years at the eye clinic we are almost the same age his birthday is one month ahead of mine. I always used to say to him you cannot retire I know no one else to look at my eyes and to keep up with where his children are. To you both my sincere condolences in his passing
Beverly WiseB
July 11, 2024
Dr. Johnson was my opthamologist for many years: always competent, thorough, but friendly always and giving one the feeling he truly cared about you eye health and you as a person.He will be missed by his patients.
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Gary Sizemore
July 4, 2024
My mother started taking me to Johnson City eye hospital in 1952 when I was 2 years old I had Doctor Campbell for a long time then he turned me over to Doctor Johnson when he came there after he retired and I had been his patience ever since for 48 years he did detached retina both of my eyes. I know he will be greatly missed.
Joanna Rimmer
July 2, 2024
So sorry to hear about the loss of Dr Johnson. I was privileged to work with him in recovery room for 17 years. He will surely be missed by those he worked with and those he cared for. My deepest sympathy for his family members.
Susan L Flaglor
July 1, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dr. Johnson´s passing. I worked with him several years at the Specialty Hospital and he was always kind to the nurses. He was so proud of his children and loved them dearly. My condolences to his family.
Brenda Campbell
July 1, 2024
My sister-in-law Pat Swift spent 26 years at JCEC. She so loved Dr. Johnson. He was kind to her during her cancer battle. She left us 7 months ago and I like to think they have reconnected. Prayers for you his wife and his family.
Roland Robbins
July 1, 2024
Thinking of all of you. What a wonderful cousin and man! Johnny will be missed very much by me. Love you, Roland and Arlene Robbins
Andy Griffith
July 1, 2024
The dr was my eye dr for many years good man sorry to hear my condolences Andy Griffith
Kay Humphries
July 1, 2024
Love and sympathy to Vivian and John´s family. Johnny was a special friend and schoolmate.
Lora Yonce
July 1, 2024
Dr Johnson was my Doctor for many years. He was always very kind and patient. He will be missed.
Mandy Campbell
July 1, 2024
Such an amazing, caring man. He was always good to me while working as his pre-op nurse at JCESC....prayers for family
Cindy Young
July 1, 2024
Dr. Johnson will be missed! He introduced himself to me 1st day at JCEC.
When I came back to work after being out for cancer, he never failed in asking me how I was doing and if I needed anything´
We will always Love you Doc.
Peace and comfort to your family!
Tanya Rego
July 1, 2024
Such an amazing kind hearted man. Fantastic physician. He will be missed.
Joyce Grindstaff
June 30, 2024
Dr. Johnson was a great doctor and a very nice man. He will be missed.
Julie Wilcox
June 30, 2024
Dr. Johnson was my doctor for 45 years. I went to him when I was five years old. I loved doctor immediately. He was always so patient and kind. He was an amazing person, Dr., and friend.
Candice Martin
June 29, 2024
I worked with Dr Johnson as his scribe for 8 years and he taught me so much and was a great man and doctor. So sorry for your families loss.
Michael Shahbazi MD
June 29, 2024
A great mentor and one of the most ethical physician I ever knew, it was honor to be in practice as his partner for more than 30 years
Sondra and Andy Slemp
June 29, 2024
Vivian, we are sad to read of John's passing. May the memories you made together bring you comfort and peace. Our prayers surround you.
Love, Sondra and Andy
Klenard forbes
June 29, 2024
Our condolences. Fond memories of our school years. Klenard & Emmy Forbes
James wood md
June 29, 2024
What a great ophthalmologist and friend.Enjoyed working with him and playing golf.will miss him. James Wood (woody)
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