With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Elnora C. Johnson, 76, of Greeleyville, SC, wife of Hercules Johnson, who passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024.

Life Reflections

For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have a fought a good fight. I have finished my course and I have kept the faith.            II Timothy 4:6-7

Elnora was born on December 3, 1947, to the late Eugene and Bertha Canty in Clarendon County, South Carolina.

Elnora received her formal education in Aiken County public school system. She spent 28 years at St. Stephen Knitwear in St Stephen, South Carolina as a Shipping Supervisor until she retired.

At an early age, Elnora accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior. She was a devoted member of Wilson United Methodist Church. Elnora served as Chair of the Health and Welfare Committee, a Finance Committee Member, a Former Children/Youth Advisor, Church Steward, Local Lay Servant, and Choir Member.

Elnora was affectionately known throughout the surrounding community for her scrumptious cooking. She loved to cook for people and her family. Fishing was her favorite hobby, she enjoyed going fishing with her husband Herc, son Kenny and grandson Chris.

On May 6, 1972, Elnora was united in Holy Matrimony to Hercules Johnson.

On Thursday night June 20th, 2024, Elnora C. Johnson, entered into eternal rest peacefully at home.

She will be forever loved and cherished by: her devoted husband of fifty-two years, Hercules Johnson of the home; two daughters, Michelle Parker (Danny) and Stephanie Carter (Mel) both of Aiken, SC; one son, Kenneth Canty (Mary Ann) of Greeleyville, SC; one brother, Eddie Canty of Aiken, SC; father-in-law, Otto Williams (Shelia) of Greeleyville, SC; one sister-in-law, Lisa Williams of West Columbia, SC; three brothers-in-law, Norris Johnson, Ottometric Williams and Sidney Williams all of Columbia, SC; six grandchildren, Chris Parker, Jaylin and  Jahmel Carter all of Aiken, SC, Tatyana Canty of Greeleyville, SC, Britney Smith (Maurice) of Orangeburg, SC, and Delicia Holmes (George) of Columbia, SC; two bonus grandchildren, Jekwella Thompson (Wesley) and Rudy Simpkins both of North Augusta, SC; one niece, Burnica Williams of Augusta, GA; three nephews, Lamont Jackson of Columbia, SC, Jermaine Jackson of Aiken, SC and Tabori Canty of Cleveland, OH; one godson, Odell Beaufort (Evelyn) of Jacksonville, FL; two special cousins, Donita Mauzon of Columbia, SC and Blondell Beaufort of Troy, NY; a very loving caregiver, Carolyn Reid; three special friends, Dr. Lillian Rivers, Ms. Delores White and Resa Brown; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at 63 Tucker Street, Greeleyville, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC. 843-354-2292.