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Carolyn Lauderdale Johnson passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the age of 95. She was born on January 16, 1929, to Ruth and Carl Lauderdale in Deatsville, AL. She married Vernon Hoyt Johnson on October 4, 1947. They had three children – Jan, Becky, and Susan. She lived in Auburn, AL for most of her adult life.
Carolyn worked at Auburn University, Pasley Fabrics, and lastly the Book Rack until she finally retired at 82. She loved sewing, reading, and gardening, and was very active in her church, Grace United Methodist.
Carolyn is survived by her children, Janice Carol Johnson, Rebecca Johnson Edwards, and Susan Johnson Morgan (Bob Morgan), six grandchildren, five great grandchildren, two nieces, and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hoyt Johnson, sister, Patsy Meyers, and son-in-law, Louie Edwards.
Graveside service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery (behind Auburn Junior High) on Tuesday, October 15 at 1:30 pm.