James Charles “Charlie” Johnson, 75, of Whitesville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family while under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. Charlie was born on October 15, 1949, and was the beloved son of the late Ricel and Thelma Hayes Johnson. Charlie was a loving father, stepfather, and grandfather. He retired from AK Steel after many years of dedicated work. He was a talented mechanic, oil field worker, and truck driver. Charlie never met a stranger and was always willing to help anyone in need.
In addition to his parents, Charlie was preceded in death by his sister, Ruby Young.
Charlie is survived by his wife of 26 years, Mary Angela Johnson of Whitesville; daughter, Michelle (Jim) Van Fleet of Grandview; sons, James (Dana) Johnson of Louisville and Jeff (Kimberly) Johnson of Newburgh; stepsons, Gary Johnson of Owensboro, Mike Johnson of Louisville, and Steve Johnson of Hartford; sisters, Geneva (Joe) Howard of Whitesville, Sue (Tony) Whitaker of Owensboro, Juanita Johnson of Owensboro; brothers, Paul (Jane) Johnson of Hartford and Billy Johnson of Utica; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; as well as many other loving family and friends.
To honor how Charlie lived his life, the family wishes for those touched by his generosity to perform a good deed in his honor. Other expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky, 3419 Wathen’s Crossing Owensboro, KY 42301.
There will be no funeral services per Charlie’s wishes.
Care entrusted to Cardinal Cremation Society.