Johnny was proudly born and raised in South Knoxville, Tennessee. He was a US Army Veteran and served from 1966-1968. Johnny played guitar and performed at numerous nursing facilities over the years. He enjoyed watching the Atlanta Braves and gardening, especially growing hot peppers and giving them to those he considered friends. Johnny worked at Lockheed-Martin for several years and later retired from the Knoxville Police Department.
He is preceded in death by parents Carl and Margaret Cruze and brothers Arnold and James Cruze.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 36 years Jeanette Cruze; son Aaron Cruze; daughter Hayley Cruze and fur- grandchildren Zoey, Bug, and Tater.
Johnny's family would like to thank their family and friends along with his hospice team, especially Amanda, for their love and support during this time.
The family will hold private services.
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