Annielee Fay Johnston

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Elaine Baptist Church
200 Main St.
Elaine, AR  72333
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
10:00 a.m.
Cemetery
Maple Hill Cemetery
Holly Street
Helena, AR  72342
Annielee Fay Johnston

of Dewitt, AR

February 25, 1924 - November 23, 2019

Annielee ''Fay'' Daughety Johnston, age 95, died Saturday, November 23, 2019 in Dewitt, Arkansas. She was born February 25, 1924 in Woodruff County, Arkansas near McCory. She was the youngest daughter of Richard Thomas and Ada McElroy Daughety. She had a brother, Ray Daughety, two sisters, Marie Hill and Macel Bobbitt. Fay was happily married to Thomas Alfred Johnston for 54 years until his death in 2005. She was co-owner ad bookkeeper at Johnston Service Station.
Fay taught Sunday School at Elaine Baptist Church for many years and mentored many teenage girl's in GA's. She was a respected Christian Woman. She currently held the record as having the longest membership, having joined the church in about 1944.
Many people through the years were blessed by ''Aunt Fay's rolls.'' Her family enjoyed her country cooking including homemade biscuits, cornbread, pinto beans and coconut cakes. She had a eautiful rose garden and other flowers. She was a wonderful mother.
Fay was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, husband. And her oldest son, Thomas Alfred Johnston, Jr., who was called Sonny.
She is survived by her four sons and their wives: Billy ''Bo'' and Sara Johnston of DeWitt, Don and Micki Johnston of Savannah, GA, Tony and Nina Silva of Elaine; and Joe and Janet Johnston of Apopka, Fl.
She is also survived by 8 beloved grandchildren: Jeff and Toni Johnston of Batesville, Jon and Felicia Johnston of Batesville; Al and Palmer Johnston of Savannah, GA; Laura and Jim Burkart of Alexandria, VA; Marcus Silva of Indianola, MS: Jil and David Graham of Pennsylvania, Jenifer and Rolf Moan of Portland, OR; Jessica and Alex Brenes of North Hollywood, CA.
Survivors include her loving great-grandchildren who call her ''Big Mama.'' They are Courtney, Mackenzie, Logan. Katie Belle, Zach, Alex, Anna Katherine, J'Aaron Jag, Jordan, Jacob and Juliet.
Other survivors are her sister-in-law, Robie Permenter and her brother-in-law, Curtis and Kim Johnston. She has numerous nephews and nieces. She is thankful for her churc family, Brother Luke, and her domino Buddies.

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9 Condolence(s)
Ed (Buddy) Jacob
Cherokee, NC
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Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Don, Tony and Nina, and all Ms Faye’s family, I am so sorry to here of Ms Faye’s passing. I will always remember her presents, along with Mr Alfred at the ‘service station’. She was always pleasant to all she met. I’ll alway remember the service station, when was there getting one of vehicles serviced or washed and the many evenings where all the youngster were allowed to hang out, I cannot remember a time when we were asked to leave.

I know that my father really enjoyed talking with Ms Faye whenever he was in Elaine.

Again, you have my sympathy

Frances Jo Griffin Vondran
Helena, AR
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Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Miss Fay had a profound influence on my life as a Christian woman. My teenage years were very hard. But for the Grace of God there was Miss Fay. She was the Girls auxiliary leader at the Elaine Baptist Church where I got saved as a teenager. She spent so much time with us girls. We had bunking parties at her house. She spent hours and hours with us teaching us scriptures and how to become productive Christian women. Her soft sweet spirit was so precious and she was always smiling. She will be forever loved and missed. Thank you Jesus for letting us have her for a while.

Joann Hudson Carroll
Conway, AR
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Monday, November 25, 2019

Family I have fond memories of ms. Faye. She was a Christian lady and I’m sure she and mom are catching up. I’m sorry for your lost and no matter u will always miss them

Darlene Parker
Hot Springs Village, AR
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Monday, November 25, 2019

Heaven gained an Angel and she will be greatly missed by many. Mrs. Fay was one of a kind and I loved to hear her laugh. She was such a happy person and one to be admired. And she did make the best coconut cake and rolls. We love the family. Condolences
and prayers for all.
Kenneth and Darlene

Tim and Donna Ward Johnson
Fayetteville, AR, AR
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Monday, November 25, 2019

So sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady and I know will be missed by all who knew her. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Elizabeth Dark
Rockville, MO
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Monday, November 25, 2019

Oh, Ms Fay, how many fond memories I have of you and your service at Elaine Baptist Church. I remember you as a good and faithful friend to my Mom, Edna Dark, who, as the preacher's wife, always needed a friend! The years have not softened or blurred your Christian influence on my life. Though sad to hear of your passing, I rejoice knowing you will awaken one day in the bosom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Love, hugs, and comfort to your family and friends.

Cathy Johnston
West helena, AR
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Sunday, November 24, 2019

Sorry to hear of this great loss. She was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Praying for comfort for the family during this time. She was truly loved by everyone whoever met her.

DEBORAH J MORRIS
Senoia, GA
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Sunday, November 24, 2019

You will be missed. Heaven has gained an angel. A big family reunion is taking place in heaven. Safe me a chair. Love you.

Clois & Doris Perkins
North Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, November 24, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Faye was a part of everyone’s lives in and around Elaine as was Mr. Alfred. She was always such a sweet and happy person, always uplifting to those she encountered every day. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family. Love y’all. Clois & Doris Perkins & family