He was born in Cumberland County, NC on April 25, 1946 to the late Archie and Iris Smith.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Jody, Howard, Larry, and Carolyn.
He retired from Burlington Mills and the City of Raeford.
Johnny is survived by his brothers, Donald Earl Smith of Raeford, NC. Tommy Smith and his wife Ruth of Raeford, NC and Roger Smith and his wife Tara of CA.
A visitation will be held at 4 pm Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Crumpler Funeral Home.
A graveside service will follow at 5 pm in the Raeford Cemetery.