DECEMBER 15, 1961 – JUNE 3, 2026
In the Care of Allen Funeral Services, Inc.
Johnnie Wade Williamson, 64, passed away on June 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Houston on December 15, 1961, to Johnnie Autrey and Wadene (Turner) Williamson.
Johnnie graduated from Cushing High School in 1980 and went on to train at Universal Technical Institute. He built a career as a diesel mechanic, known for his strong work ethic and pride in doing things well. After 25 years with International Trucks of Houston, he returned to East Texas in 2016 and retired from Lonestar Trucks in 2024.
Johnnie treasured his wife of 38 years, Rosalyn (Kridler) Williamson, his daughters, Rebecca Bebelaar and Caroline Sharp, and his granddaughter, Ophelia Bebelaar, whom he lovingly called “Little O.” Family meant everything to him, and he especially enjoyed cooking for gatherings, whether grilling at neighborhood block parties or making a big pot of chili for family get-togethers.
His faithful dog, JD, was his constant companion, and the two enjoyed duck hunting together.
Johnnie is survived by his wife, Rosalyn (Kridler) Williamson; his daughters, Rebecca Bebelaar (Max) of Hutto, Texas, and Caroline Sharp (Jacob) of Euless, Texas; his granddaughter, Ophelia Bebelaar; his sisters, LaMona Rankin (Alton) of Nacogdoches, Texas, and Donna Flanagan (David) of Nacogdoches, Texas; and numerous nephews and one niece.
Johnnie was preceded in death by his parents Johnnie Autrey and Wadene Williamson.
Special thanks to Hospice of East Texas. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of East Texas, Tyler, Texas.
Services for Johnnie are scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:00 P.M., at Dickie Allen Funeral Home in Cushing, with Brother Jackie Yates from Westside Baptist Church in Nacogdoches, Officiating.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
Burial will follow the service at McKnight Cemetery in Cushing.
To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit Allen Funeral Services Inc.’s flower store.
Make a donation to Hospice Of East Texas in memory of Johnnie Wade Williamson