Mr. Fletcher Johnson of South Street, Franklin, Va., 71, a beloved, husband, father, brother, grandfather and father-in-law transitioned to the celestial city on December 9, 2012.

Fletcher was born on February 23, 1941, in Franklin, Va., to the late Henderson and Rubie Johnson.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Henderson Johnson Jr. and most recently, Pretlow Johnson.

Fletcher with confidence and style approached Doris Jean Biggs to be his wife. They were married on September 21, 1960, and to this union, six children were born, two daughters and four sons.

His memory will be eternally cherished by his beloved wife, Doris Jean Johnson; two daughters Andrea Johnson of Newport News, Va., and Robin Johnson of Hampton, Va.; four sons; Roney (Lena) Johnson of Charlotte, N.C.; Marvin Johnson of Virginia Beach, Va.; Pastor Terrance (Annette) Johnson and Daryl (Lashan) Holloway of Bowie, Md., a special son, Feshun Scott; and grandchildren, great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins and three sisters-in-law.

A homegoing service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 14, 2012, at Apostolic Faith Church of God, 680 Oak Street, Franklin, Va., with Bishop Felton Hawkins delivering the message of comfort; Elder Ronnie Warren is pastor.

The committal and benediction will be in Southview Cemetery.

On the day of service, his remains will be placed in church for viewing by 9:30 a.m.

A traditional service with dignity will be conducted by Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home, Inc., 224 S. Main St., Franklin, Va. Please share your condolences with the family at www.wmjohnsonandsons.com