Carl Albert Johnson

February 23, 1950 - September 20, 2018
Carl Albert Johnson

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Carl Albert Johnson 68, of Wilmington passed away Thursday September 20, 2018 at the Davis Community in Porters Neck.

Carl was born on February 23, 1950 the son of the late Carl William and Anna Elizabeth Debonis Johnson. He was the former owner of Surf City Hardware where he served the community for 25 years.

Surviving are his wife of 39 years Claudia Johnson, son Christopher Johnson of New Bern, daughters Lauren Ritchie and husband Chris, Kerri Thomas and husband Tyler and Jessica Johnson. One granddaughter Grayson Ritchie.

A memorial service will be conducted 11:00 AM Saturday September 29, 2018 at Wilmington Funeral Chapel.

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington NC 28403.
910.791.9099


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  • September 26, 2018
    Don Hall says:
    Carl was one of the finest people I ever conducted business with and an all around fine man.

  • September 26, 2018
    Cra Lynch says:
    Carl was a very knowledgeable man.He would take the time to explain how to fix the problem I had.He knew where every item in the store was located.Carl could sit on the stool and direct you to what isle and how far to walk down and the shelf it was on.I really missed him and the store when he left.Every time I go in a Ace hardware I think of Carl.He will surely be missed by all!!

  • September 24, 2018
    Connie Turner lit a candle:
    Lit since September 24, 2018 at 9:54:21 PM

  • September 24, 2018
    Don T. says:
    Carl was always helpful whenever I came into the store for things I needed at my vacation home. He ran an excellent store and set the standard for customer service. He was always posted near the front door and always available to answer questions. I have missed him since the store closed but will never forget his knowledge and devotion to the Surf City community.

  • September 22, 2018
    GWENN B. GIDEON says:
    Carl was a wonderful friend to all. A great person, who will be missed!