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Sunday, May 27, 2018

Johnny Dees

Johnny E. Dees of Raeford Passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at Manor Care in Pinehurst at the age of 80. 
He was born in Fayetteville on March 4, 1938, to the late Harry E. Dees and Iris Hathcock Powell. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Aaron Gauge Dees and a half-brother, Dennis Lee Powell. He worked for the City of Raeford as Animal Control officer before he retired. 
He is survived by his son, John E. Dees Jr., of Raeford; two sisters, Maxine Vislar (Mike) of Hope Mills, and Donna Rae Sanmiguel (Sammy) of Texas; a brother, Steve Dees of Hickory; and a half-brother, Dale Powell (Joanne) of Raeford.
A private memorial service will be held later. 
Memorials may be made to: Raeford Animal Shelter, 315 North Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376