Gerald Lynn "Hoss" Johnson

    Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:21 AM

    By News Staff

    Gerald Lynn “Hoss” Johnson of Pulaski, Tennessee passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026.  He was born in Pulaski, Tennessee on January 2, 1951 and was 75 years old.

    Hoss was a loving father, brother, and grandfather.  He was a Graduate of Bodenham High School, a truck driver and a diesel mechanic. He loved to collect coffee mugs where ever he went.

    A graveside service will take place Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm, at Choates Creek Cemetery in the Bodenham Community.

    The family suggest memorial donations in Hoss’s name be given to the charity of your choice.

    Hoss was preceded in death by his parents Freelon Zelmer “Ben” and Hazel Tomerlin Johnson. His sister Janelle McIntosh along with his brother Chuck Johnson.

    He is survived by,

    Daughter, Nicole (Bobby) Manus of Prospect, TN.

    Son, Gerald (Elaina) Johnson of Pulaski, TN.

    Grandchildren, Grayson Manus, Graham Manus, Molly Katherine Johnson, Kailynne Hawkins, Cayston Hawkins, Hazellynne Johnson, and Willa Johnson.

    Brother, Dennis (Sherran) Parr of Fayetteville, TN.

    Sister, Janice (Jim) Duncan of Pulaski, TN.

    Sister, Jaretha (Richard) Dunavant of Pulaski, TN.

    Several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends also survive.

    Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements for Gerald Lynn “Hoss” Johnson.

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