Wendell Rueben Johnson of Pocahontas departed this life on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the age of 92.

Wendell was born on January 1, 1934, to the late James Hurley and Martha Ada Johnson in Pocahontas. He was a farmer for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Martha Johnson; his wife, Alice Elizabeth Johnson; daughters, Valerie Johnson; son, Mark Johnson; great-granddaughter, Mila Rose Johnson; brother, Brian Jennings Johnson.

He is survived by his sons, Gregory (Kathy) Johnson of Pocahontas and Tim Johnson of Pocahontas; grandchildren, Gregory (Casey) Johnson, Courtney (Nick) Newberry, Aaron (Stephanie) Jerrett, Jordan (Samantha) Poe,  Adam Poe and Matthew (Heather) Johnson; 12 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 3:00 pm on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with the funeral service to begin at 3:00 pm. All services will be held in the McNabb Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Thomas Cemetery.