Kathleen Carter Johnson

The family of Etha Kathleen (Wilson) Carter Johnson announces the permanent relocation of the "Happy House"! Born December 4, 1915, in Walton County, GA, Kathleen celebrated her heavenly flight at the age of 97 on September 15, 2013. A lady of great faith, she was an active member of Porterdale Baptist Church in her early years and has been a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Covington since 1963. She was employed as a winder tender for Bibb Manufacturing Co., for 36 years and was a member of the Porterdale Woman's Club for more than 30 years where she developed and nurtured many lasting friendships. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Kathleen's special gift of hospitality made those who visited her home feel welcomed, and they fondly referred to her home as the "Happy House". She enjoyed traveling, cooking, and engaging in the lives of her family and friends. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, John Carter; second husband, Alton Johnson; son, Ronald Carter; and her granddaughter, Stephanie Carter.

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Johnny and Harriet Carter, Don Carter, Pete and Gail Carter; daughter-in-law, Libby Carter; step-daughter, Louise McGiboney; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, September 19, 2013, 11:00 AM, at the First Baptist Church of Covington with Rev. J. J. Wilson and Rev. Charles Reynolds officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, Covington, Wednesday, September 18, from 5:00 - 8:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or contributions may be made to your favorite charity; First Baptist Church - Sanctuary Renovation Fund; or the Joe & Jean Croom Scholarship Fund, c/o First Baptist Church, 1139 Usher Street NE, Covington, GA 30014.

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Visitation

SEP 18. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EDT)

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory - Access Road Location
1215 Access Road
Covington, GA, 30014

Funeral Service

SEP 19. 11:00 AM (EDT)

First Baptist Church (Covington)
1139 Usher Street
Covington, GA, 30014