Johnny Lowery, age 53, of Murphy, passed away Friday, September 7, 2018 in a Murphy hospital. Johnny was born in Tate, Georgia, but had lived in Cherokee County throughout his life.  He had worked for Creative Woodworks as a cabinet maker for nearly 15 years.  Johnny enjoyed racing, fishing, Tennessee football, and practical jokes was his favorite pastime.  Johnny loved being a father and was proud of his family.

He was the son of the late Mark Lowery and Roberta James Harrell.  He was also preceded in death by a sister, Louise Gulledge.

Surviving are his loving wife of 28 years, Shea Lowery; two daughters, Shelby and Morgan Lowery, both of the home; two sons, Heath Goad and wife, Kalie and Kelton Goad, all of Lubbock, Texas; a sister, Doris Pressley of Murphy; two brothers, Harold Lowery and wife, Teresa of Dalton, Georgia and Timothy Harrell and wife, Michelle of Marble; three grandchildren, Avery, Hunter, and Natalie Goad and another grandchild on the way. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

The family received friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy.

Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of all arrangements.