Johnnie Donald Gladson, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday. He was preceded in death by his father, J. D. Gladson, Sr., his sister Yvonne Sanderson, and brother-in-law, Donnie Sanderson.

He is survived by his mother, Nancy Gladson; brother, Howard Gladson (Terri, Judy), mother of his children, Becky Wilkins; Sons, Johnnie Gladson, III (Melinda), Brandon Gladson (Kari) and daughter Lindsey Barnhardt (Zach). Seven Grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and cousins.

Also, brother-in-law Gordon Wilkins (Ava), sister-in-law Sandy Thompson; aunt, Betty Smith (Albert); uncle, Cecil Howard (Ruth). In lieu of flowers, the family request donations may be made to R.A.D.D. of Kinston at 1200 Hull Road, Kinston NC, 28504.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.