Johnny Delton Embry, age 73, formerly of Lewisburg, died Friday afternoon at his home in Estill Springs, Tennessee.
Born in Rogersville, Alabama, Johnny was the son of the late Lucas and Cora May Embry. He was a factory worker, having worked at Heil Quaker and Teledyne, and a member of the church of Christ.
He is survived by his wife: Violet B. Embry; daughter: Patricia Kelly of Lewisburg; one sister: Betty Rose of Ohio; a grandson: David Wells; and granddaughter: Jennifer Golembieski, both of Lewisburg; and four great grandchildren.
At the familys request, following private services, Mr. Embrys remains will be cremated.
Bills McGaugh Funeral Home and the United States Forest Service have provided for the planting of a tree in Johnnys memory.