Homer Clayton Johnson Jr, 87, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 10th, 2026 in Crestview, Florida, after a lengthy illness.

An Alabama native, Clayton attended Troy University in Troy for his undergraduate degree. Clayton also received a Masters Degree in Communication from Florida State University, Tallahassee.

Clayton was a man of many talents and passions. A gifted woodworker, Clayton enjoyed building furniture and cabinetry for family and friends. Clayton spent over 35 years as a middle school and high school instructor, as well as a professor of Communications at Gulf Coast State College. For over a decade Clayton was also a high school and college basketball coach, shaping the lives of countless student.

Clayton is survived by his son, Mark, sister Charlotte Maraman, grandsons Andrew and Clayton, and great grandson, Callan.

Funeral services for Clayton Johnson will be held on Thursday, July 16th at 11am at Evans Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the group For Bay County (www.forbaycounty.com.) The non-profit is spearheading the installation of a community basketball court in Oak Grove Park.