A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, November 12, 2021 at 1:30 PM in the Family Room of University Church of Christ in Abilene. Private Burial will take place at Elmwood memorial Park prior to memorial service.
Johnny was born on July 29, 1943 in Lompoc, California to the late Bert and Lucille (Holmes) Ezzell. His family returned to their home in Matador, Texas where he was raised and graduated High School in 1962. At the age of 6 Johnny was stricken with polio, he was left with extreme limitations. During his childhood there were not many options available for someone with physical limitations, however his resourceful parents used a lot of thought and creativity to ensure that he had a happy childhood. After high school, Johnny’s mother relocated with him to Abilene so he could attend Abilene Christian College now University where he graduated with his Bachelors in accounting in 1967 and his Masters in 1974. He was a huge sports enthusiast and had great memory recall. His dream was to be a sports announcer. He was a member of University Church of Christ. He will be remembered for his, generosity to others, his opinions, and not allowing challenges to hold him back from living a full and happy life.
He was preceded in death by his devoted parents.
He is survived by his brother, Charles Ezzell and his wife, Linda of Abilene; 3 nephews Dr. Steven Ezzell, his wife Carin and their sons, Andrew and Mattew of Abilene; Dr. Chad Ezzell, his wife, Lydia and their sons, Brice and Cade of Abilene; and Brian Ezzell and his wife, Haylee and their three children, Knox, Jenson, and Cooper of Richardson, TX.
The family would like to thank the staff of BrightPoint for their care to Johnny while he was resident.
Memorial Contributions can be made to the West Texas Rehabilitation Center.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.elliott-hamil.com for the Ezzell family.
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