Mr. Emery Raymond Johnson, 36, husband of Kristi Johnson, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at his residence.

Emery was born in Augusta, Ga on September 30, 1986. He was a true outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Emery was a hard worker and extremely intelligent. He was very talented and creative. He was an avid Georgia Bulldog fan. Emery was always joyful and put his trust in the Lord. Everyone loved Emery, including his lifelong friends from childhood. Emery will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those that knew him.

Mr. Johnson is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jerry Lafontaine and Max Gibson.

Emery was the son of Dewey R. Johnson (Tamra) and Gracious R. Payton (Charles). Brother to Ricky Luther, CJ Payton, Cory Sutton and Chasity Payton. Loving Father to Rylie, Kinslie, and Brynlie. Other survivors include his grandmothers, Earlene Lafontain and Vivian Gibson; grandfather, Leland Roberts; father and mother-in-law, Brad & Kim Branham; brother-in-law, Tyler Branham;  uncle, Carlos Lafontaine; and Aunt, Redonna Roberts.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monday, October 24th, 2022 at Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Road, Martinez,GA 30907.Graveside funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, October 24, 2022,  at Hillcrest Memorial Park, 2700 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, GA 30906.