Johnnie Lee Parsons, age 73 of Fleetwood passed away Friday June 7, 2024, at his home.

He was born April 3, 1951, in Watauga County, North Carolina, as the son of the late Clarence Edgar Parsons and late Virginia Dare Triplett Parsons.

Johnnie graduated from Beaver Creek High School and attended Wilkes Community College where he studied carpentry.

He was a skillful finish carpenter and took great pride in his work. He enjoyed making specialty frames as a hobby. He created quite a lot of intricate frames that should be on display due to their unique quality. He volunteered his carpentry skills with the church when needed.

His best memories were traveling to Montana and Colorado for fishing and hunting. He enjoyed all the hunting seasons including bow-hunting, muzzleloader and rifle. He once took home a trophy bear and massive Elk. Johnnie truly enjoyed nature and the outdoors.

Johnnie was a beekeeper for many years. He had a true appreciation for the dynamics of the hive. When he loved something, he went big. Beekeeping was one of his many passions.

In his downtime, Johnnie enjoyed playing Rook and for years could be found at the Rook house on Saturday nights. The game brought a sparkle to his eye and brought out his competitive nature. He enjoyed gardening and canning in the fall. He mastered a homemade BBQ sauce that should have been patented!

He was a man of faith and determination and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

He is survived by his sister, Joyce Griffin of Fleetwood; three nieces, Rita Hoffmann, husband Erik and children Brooklyn and Charlotte of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Laura Griffin of Boone and Renee Griffin of Fleetwood. He is also survived by numerous cousins and friends.

In addition to his father and mother he was preceded in death by a special friend Larry Greene.

A memorial service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 604 Poplar Grove Rd, Boone, NC on July 6 at 11:00am.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 604 Poplar Grove Road, Boone, North Carolina 28607.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.