Lawrence Julius Johnson, 76, of St. Marys, Ga, passed away on November 12, 2023 from a brief illness surrounded by his loved ones.

Larry was born December 12, 1946 in Charleston, South Carolina, the son of Doris Wilson Johnson and the late Winford Johnson. He graduated from Winyah High School in 1964, then went on to North Carolina State, earning a degree in Chemical Engineering in 1968. Larry married Faye Cannon on October 7, 1967 in Rock Hill, South Carolina. They were married for 56 years. Larry began his career at Gilman Paper Company in 1975 as a Chemical Engineer, where he worked for 25 years. During this time, he started Bent Pine Construction. After leaving Gilman, he focused on building the business and reputation of Bent Pine Construction. Larry established a successful career and company during this time.
Larry's passion for offshore fishing and hunting with his sons and grandchildren always kept him smiling! Larry served on the Building and Zoning Commission in St. Marys, Ga for approximately 17 years and served as a member of the Kingsland Lions Club for several years. Larry had a true love for his family and a passion for the building industry.

Larry leaves behind his wife, Faye Cannon Johnson; sons Scott Hughes Johnson (Patricia) and Owen Cannon Johnson (Jenny); grandchildren, Lauren, Anna Grace, Cannon, Wyatt, and Reese. He, also, leaves behind his mother, Doris Wilson Johnson, and is preceded in death by his father, Winford Johnson.

Visitation will be held on November 16, 2023 in the sanctuary at St. Marys Methodist at 1:00 pm. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 in the sanctuary at St. Marys Methodist with Pastor Roy White officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to National Celiac Association at www.nationalceliac.org .

Allison Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.