Wake Forest, NC
Funeral services for Johnny Edward Tanner, Sr., age 78, who died on Friday, January 30, 2026, will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. from the Greenfield Baptist Church in Creedmoor, NC with Rev. Melvin Baker, officiating.
He is survived by his spouse, Shirley K. Tanner of the home, his son, Michael Tanner (Jackie) of Raleigh, NC, Norma Jean Tanner of the home, son, Johnny Edwards Tanner, Jr. (Lesley) of Louisburg, NC, siblings, William Henry Tanner of Wake Forest, NC, Emma Jean Sanders of Cary, NC, Victor Tanner (Mary) Wake Forest, and Rosalene Tanner of Raleigh, NC, Marvin D. Tanner (Mary) of Franklinton, NC, Regina Tanner of Cary, NC, Reginald Tanner (Lissette) of Raleigh, NC, Micheal L. Tanner (Verlinda) of Rolesville, NC, eight grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
There will be a viewing prior to the service on Saturday from 11:00 until 12:00 at Greenfield Baptist Church.
29 Comments
Ronald & Etta Heard
Our prayers and condolences to the family of Deacon Johnny Tanner.May God comfort and strength each of you as you bereave for the loss of your love one
Brenda E Scott
Praying for the Family.
McDonald and Annette H. Alston
Sincere condolences, thoughts, and prayers. Earth has so sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Ada Peterson
Sending Prayers and Condolences to Norma and Family. May God Continue to Comfort and Keep You During This Difficult Time.
Renee Eaton Cork
I pray that the Lord continues to bless and keep the family in his arms! Be encouraged to know that Johnnie is in a better place! No more suffering!
Tammie Hilliard
Sending heartfelt condolences to Norma and family.
Vernice Robertson
To The Tanner Familyā¦. I am so sorry to hear the loss of your love one may God give you the strength to carry on some time we just donāt have the answers but God does and may God Bless Your Family.
David Andre Ferrell
So sorry for your loss
Evette Thompson Crawford
Prayers and Condolences for the family!
Edna Nichols
Prayers for the family during your time of bereavement.šš¾
Debra Moore Evans
Praying for the family
Yvette Troxler
Your loved one’s legacy will continue to touch lives, just as they touched ours.ā āWords cannot fully express my sadness for your loss, but I hope you find comfort.
Connie Bradford
My Condolences to the Familyšš
Jonathan Lee Rochelle
Sending my deepest condolences to the Tanner family and all who loved Johnny. Peace and strength be with you during this time.
Joseph Allen/Priscilla Allen
So sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Johnny. We will be keeping the family in our prayers.
Alisha Cooke
This is such a shock but Mr. Tanner you will truly be missed šššš¼ for your family
Eddie Turner
Mr.Tanner you will be missed dearly My Condolences to the Family…
Etta Eaton
To God be the glory, may blessings continue to shower your family!!!
Brandon Johnson
Norma, God will continue to protect you and your family during this difficult time.
Brenda C. Baker
Condolences to the Tanner family. Was neighbors back in the 60’s. Jesus be with you all.šš½
Rev.Lois green
My condolences goes out to the family of Mr Johnny Tanner Sr. May God grant you the strength to endure this road called bereavement. Rest in peace Mr Tanner šš½šš½
MELVIN & CAROLYN COOKE
Sending my condolences
William Lewis & Bernice Sanders
Our sincere condolences and prayers to the family in the passing of your loved one (Johnny Tanner), may God bless and strengthen each of you.
Krista Hodge Stallings
Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to you and your family during this tough time
Marlene Thompson
praying for all
Janice Banks
So sorry for your loss you have my deepest condolences praying for comfort and strength….
Helen and Erica Alston
Sorry for your loss. Yor family is in our prayers.
Mary M. Solomon
Mrs. Tanner!
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your husband. May God wrap you in His comfort and surround you with peace, strength, and loving memories of your beautiful life together.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Mary M. Solomon
Overseer Priscilla Holden
Sending love and prayers to your family. Norma I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. God will keep you.