Carla Jo Johnson

Carla Jo Johnson passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024, in Tishomingo, Oklahoma. Born on November 29, 1977, in Ada, Oklahoma, to Barney Lee Spain and Glenda Sue Johnson, Carla lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family and friends. Carla attended elementary school in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, and middle school in Dallas, Texas, before returning to Johnston County, where she attended Mill Creek High School. She built a fulfilling career working at Dollar General, where she was known for her warm greetings, infectious laughter, and the close bonds she formed with her coworkers, who became like family. Carla also worked as a CNA for many years. Carla enjoyed simple pleasures, like back roading, listening to music, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers during football season. She was an avid collector of Hot Wheels and treasured the time spent with her family and friends, especially her beloved grandchildren. Though she didn’t cook often, her Indian tacos were a family favorite, and the mere mention of them would have everyone eagerly asking when she would make them. The true joy of Carla’s life was her grandchildren, who were her absolute world. She adored them and would go to any length to bring them happiness. Carla is survived by her daughters and their spouses: Whitney Christie and Deforest Bostic of Durant, Eddy Christie and Chance Milligan of Madill, Sleysis Christie and Anthony Charles of Madill, and Echo Baken of Tishomingo; her brothers: Dustin Johnson and wife Tina of Tishomingo, Barney Spain Jr. (Bosko) of Killeen, Texas, and Rooster Johnson of Tishomingo; her cherished grandchildren: Taylor (Sugarbear), Aaliyah (Babygirl), Havyn (Sissy), Da’Mariuz (Bubba), and Alayna (Mammas); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Glenda Johnson (Mamaw); father, Barney Spain (Papa); and granddaughter, Lilli Jo. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Dearman-Clark Funeral Home, with interment to follow at Seeley Cemetery in Connerville. Family hour will be on Thursday, August 29, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Carla’s spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Arrangements were made under the direction and care of DeArman-Clark Funeral Home.

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Carla Jo Johnson

November 29, 1977 - August 22, 2024