JOHNSON, Thomas W.

Thomas W. (Tom) Johnson, 77, of Christiansburg, died at his home. He was the son of the late Tom and Lake Johnson and was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Kitty.

He is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Jay and Amy Johnson of Blacksburg, Tim and Loleta Johnson of Roanoke, Dave and Alison Johnson of Yorktown; he was “Pepop” to grandchildren, Erin and Katie Johnson of Blacksburg, Matt, Chaz, Preston and Josie Johnson and Kristen Zimmerman of Roanoke. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Jo Shufflebarger of Carlisle, Pa.

Tom was a man of strong faith, simple courage and displayed a gentle sense of humor. An intelligent and well-read man, he instilled in those who knew him well an appreciation for the written word, the strength of one’s convictions, and the simple dignity and pleasures in everyday life.

Many will remember him as the public address announcer at Christiansburg High School football games for about 25 years. Tom was a valued member of the Christiansburg Kiwanis Club for 40 years or more and served in a variety of official capacities. One of his treasured honors was being named Kiwanian of the year. He was devoted to his family, his God and his country. With Tom, what you saw was what you got.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a gift in Tom’s honor to the Christiansburg Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 313, Christiansburg, Va. 24068. While we will all miss Tom, we take great comfort in knowing he is finally having that long-awaited dance with Kitty.

Memorial funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2006 at the Christiansburg Presbyterian Church. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. The Johnson Family is being served by Horne Funeral & Cremation Service, Christiansburg, 382-2612. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefuneralservice.com