Gary Johns

Gary Johns age 72 of Fort Pierce FL. passed away peacefully Monday January 22, 2024 with his wife by his side after battling many illnesses.

He was born in Hammonton, NJ and raised in Egg Harbor City, NJ. and graduated from Oakcrest Regional High School in 1971 where he learned to love the sport of Wrestling. After high school he took over the family gas station and started his own business, Custom Truck Refinishers. He enjoyed coaching youth wrestling for Egg Harbor City, watching wrestling matches, boating, watersports, Eagles and Phillies games. He had a passion for sandblasting and painting heavy equipment. He loved spending time with his family and grandkids who brought him happiness. He retired and moved to Fort Pierce Florida to live out his dreams.

He is predeceased by his parents John "Jack" and Janette Johns.

Gary is survived by his loving wife of 19 years Shirley Johns, daughters, Tracey Santora (Mark) and Cherie Pullia (Mickey) step children, Marlaina and James Migliaccio. 5 grandchildren Mark Santora II, Anthony Santora, Sophia Pullia, Olivia Pullia and Kaiya Jean. Four siblings Jackie Houck, Tom Johns, Linda Newman, Susan Lanham. Plus nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by all.

Family and friends are invited to attending his Celebration of Life on Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 12:00-3:00pm at the Hammonton Volunteer Fire Company # 1 108 Front St, Hammonton, NJ 08037.