Johnny William Vaughn

1932 - 2017

Johnny William Vaughn obituary, 1932-2017, Newport News, VA

BORN

1932

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park

2551 North Armistead Ave

Hampton, Virginia

Johnny Vaughn Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 19, 2017.

Johnny William Vaughn, 85, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2017 in Newport News at the Bon Secours St. Francis Nursing Center after a courageous battle with cancer.

Mr. Vaughn was preceded in death by his parents, Vester Whitley Vaughn and Hassie Thacker Vaughn, four sisters, and three brothers. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Naoko (Aburano) Vaughn; his daughters, Diane Vaughn (Prakash Patel) of Washington, D.C., Abby Brownell (Dave) of Newport News, VA, Jacki Petrovich (Mark) of Oviedo, FL, and Victoria Anderson (Shawn) of Cape Coral, FL. Johnny will forever be remembered by his treasured grandchildren: Aaron Brownell, James Shusta, Maya Patel, Patrick Shusta, Talia Anderson, Griffin Anderson, and Jon Anderson.

Born in Winfield, Alabama, Johnny enlisted in the US Air Force as a young man where he served for 28 years. He met Naoko Aburano while stationed in Japan, and they were married at the American Embassy in Tokyo on December 5, 1956. During his service, he was stationed all over the world and was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for meritorious service. Mr. Vaughn retired from active duty in 1976. After retiring from the Air Force, he moved his family to Seaford, VA, where the family home remains. He worked as a civil servant for the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Norfolk, VA.

Johnny was a devoted father and husband. He took an active role in his daughters' early education often helping with posters and other school projects. Johnny provided for and supported his daughters through their college educations. He loved listening to country music, working in his vegetable and rose gardens, working on his car, as well as building and fixing things in his workshop.

Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, October 28th, 2017, at 2pm at the Hampton Veterans Memorial Garden, 155 Butler Farm Rd, Hampton, VA 23666.

Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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October 27, 2017

Andrew & Judith Thorne

I'll never forget the great times we had visiting your family and Uncle Johnny every summer. He was always wonderful and so patient with us. I hope the memories of your father's life give you comfort during this challenging time. We hope to see you soon too.

October 27, 2017

Griffin

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

October 26, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. While words fail to capture the pain of losing a loved one, we look forward to the time when words will fail to capture the joy of having our heavenly Father return your dear one to you. Your family and friends have my deepest condolences.

October 25, 2017

To the family, I am sorry to hear the news about your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2 *

October 23, 2017

Cathy Fond

Vickie and family. I will miss seeing him in the yard or getting his paper. I live across the street, Next to Barry. Sending my prayers to you all.
Cathy Fond

October 23, 2017

D S

I would like to express my condolences to the family and friends of Johnny, during this time of bereavement for his passing. Please be assured that God will provide all of you with the comfort and strength that you need during this most difficult time to help you endure.

October 23, 2017

May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.

October 22, 2017

John Thorne

I sincerely offer my heartfelt cocondolences for your loss. I have the best childhood memories of Uncle Johnny during our summer family visits. He taught us fishing, riding the mower, eating fresh tomatoes. I was always fascinated with his ornate tobacco pipe. You will be sorely missed, and always remembered. RIP Uncle Johnny.

October 22, 2017

Ivy Tucker

RIP Great Uncle Bill - sad to see the last of my grandpa's siblings pass on. I only got to meet him once when I was old enough to remember, but have long been told stories by my grandparents of Bill and his lovely family. Love to all of you. I know he will be very missed.

October 21, 2017

Hilda Ary

I just saw this. I am so sorry for your loss. I love all of you. I have such great memories of our visits as kids. I know he will be Greatly missed.

October 21, 2017

Rozzi Osterman

I adore Mr Vaughn's daughter Vickie. She is an incredibly talented and generous woman. I imagine that she brought and continues to bring much joy to his family. My condolences, Rozzi Osterman

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Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

Hampton Veterans Memorial Garden

155 Butler Farm Rd, Hampton, VA

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Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home & Memorial Park

2551 North Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

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