Dwyar Johnson, a beloved husband, father, friend, and faithful servant, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. He was 69 years old.
Born on July 7, 1956, in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, Dwyar was the proud son of Tommie Lee Johnson Sr. and Gladys Pearl Johnson. A 1975 graduate of Wynnewood High School, Dwyar was known from a young age for his love of football, his friendly nature, and his passion for sports that continued throughout his life.
Immediately after high school, Dwyar began working at Uniroyal, later known as Michelin, where he dedicated 30 years of hard work before retiring. His dedication and work ethic were matched only by his deep love for his family, friends, and community.
On May 3, 1997, Dwyar married the love of his life, Tereasa Johnson, at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Wynnewood. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and shared memories. Dwyar passed down not only his love of sports but also his legendary recipes—especially his famous beef ribs, glazed pork chops, and chili that his family will always cherish.
Dwyar came from a long line of deacons and carried that legacy with pride. He served faithfully as a deacon at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and was also the President of the Senior Citizens Center in Wynnewood for eight years. His dedication to faith and service uplifted those around him and left a lasting impact on the community he loved so dearly.
A die-hard fan of Oklahoma State University, Dwyar's enthusiasm for sports knew no bounds. Whether it was football, basketball, or cheering on the Wynnewood Savages, he could always be found supporting his teams—even watching practices when games weren't on. He had a way of bringing people together through his passion, his cooking, and his ever-present sense of humor.
One of Dwyar's favorite sayings, and a guiding principle he shared with many, was: "It's not that serious."
Those words remind us to live with lightness, to love deeply, and to not let the small things steal our joy.
Dwyar will be remembered for his warmth, his wisdom, and the way he made everyone feel like family. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, laughter, and love that will carry on through all who knew him.
Dwyar is survived by his cherished wife, Tereasa Johnson of the home; Daughters, Jerisha Akers of Norman, Oklahoma, Simeon Hall of Ardmore, Oklahoma, Trisha Hall of Atlanta, Georgia; Brother, Clinton Johnson and wife Vernetta of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Brother-in-Law; Bob Curry of Wynnewood, Oklahoma; Sister-in-Law, Shirley Johnson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Grandchildren; Akilla Turner, India Akers, Aakel Akers, Kason Spencer; Great-grandchildren, Zuri Christain, Destin Carr; and a host of other friends and family.
Dwyar was preceded in death by his parents, Tommie Lee Johnson Sr. and Gladys Pearl Johnson; Brothers, Tommie Lee Johnson Jr. and wife Thelma, Koehler Johnson; Sisters, Betty Rushing, Sue Curry.
Services for Dwyar will be on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Church of Wynnewood, Oklahoma with interment to follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Wynnewood, Oklahoma. Visitation for Dwyar will be on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. at Wooster Funeral Home in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. If you would like to send your condolences to the family you may do so at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com