It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nedra A. Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Nedra passed away peacefully on Monday, March 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 77 years old.
Nedra was born on Friday, February 27, 1948, in Centralia, Illinois, the daughter of Wilbur Offutt and Hilda (Bibb) Offutt.
A dedicated and skilled secretary, Nedra was well-respected by her colleagues and left a lasting impression on everyone she encountered. She spent her entire life contributing to the community she deeply cherished. Nedra’s passions in life included listening to music, tending to her yard, and the satisfying ritual of burning leaves. She enjoyed drinking coffee and Pepsi with the same enthusiasm she brought to her love for playing cards with friends and family. Nedra was known best for her famous roast, a dish that will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of enjoying it. Her Christian faith was a cornerstone of her life, providing strength and guidance to her and her family. She was also known as an “unlicensed social worker”; she had a big heart for helping those in need. Nedra A. Johnson will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. Her spirit and love will live on in the hearts of those who loved her.
Nedra’s legacy is carried on by her devoted daughters, Christina Wright and husband Isaac of Centralia, and Eartricca Johnson of Chicago, Illinois. She was the proud grandmother to Micah Johnson of Centralia, Destiny Favors and husband Bryson of Austin, Texas, Myles Moss and Haylee of Pilot Point, Texas, Erica Johnson of Belleville, Errian Johnson of Centralia, Winston Bailey, Jr. of Centralia, Chatara Curry of Centralia, and Marvelous Burnett, Jr. of Houston, Texas, as well as her many cherished great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her loving brother, Phillip Offutt and wife Bertha of Centralia, and her sister, Nellona Diane Williams of Springfield, Illinois. Nedra was a beloved aunt to numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom will dearly miss her presence.
Nedra was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbur and Hilda Offutt, two daughters, Terri Johnson and Tanesha Johnson, and several brothers and sisters: Maxine Taylor, Wilbur Offutt, Corliss Young, Hilda Powe, James Offutt, Niles Offutt, Robert Offutt, Michael Offutt, Hedy Hogan, Terry Offutt, and Norman Offutt.
A Visitation will be held at Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia, Illinois, on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, followed by a Celebration of Life at noon, where family and friends will gather to honor and remember Nedra’s vibrant life. Per Nedra’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded after the service, and she will be laid to rest at Elmwood Cemetery in Centralia, Illinois, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in honor of Nedra to her daughter (Christina Wright) and will be accepted at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, who is honored to be of service to Nedra’s Family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com and the Funeral Home Facebook page.
