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Personal note from The Family of John W. Johnson, Sr.

The family of John W. Johnson Sr. wishes to extend our deepest gratitude for the kind words, support, and prayers offered during this time of profound loss. Your compassion has brought comfort as we navigate this heavy season of grief.
We offer special thanks to Smith & Smith Funeral Home for their kindness and professionalism, to Main Street Baptist Church, to the dedicated nurses and staff at Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center, and Dover Nursing and Rehabilitation Center – whose care and compassion meant so much. We are also deeply grateful to the many friends, neighbors, and members of the community who have reached out and shared in our sorrow.
Thank you for surrounding our family with love, strength, and support.

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John Wesley Johnson, Sr., also known as, “The Midnight Barber”, was born in Paris, Kentucky, on May 20, 1932, to the late Rev. Johnny Johnson and Louella Winn. John peacefully entered into eternal rest on November 20, 2025.

John was a skilled barber and bravely defended his country as a U.S. Army Korean War veteran. John was a graduate of Dunbar High School and retired from First Security Bank earlier in life. He was a …

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Born

May 20th, 1932
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Graduated from high school

1950
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Passed away

November 20th, 2025
Lexington, KY

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Cause of death

Natural causes

Method of disposition

Burial

Final resting place

Cove Haven Cemetery

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