Sheila Ann Hunnings

Known affectionately as “Memaw” to everyone, Sheila had a heart full of love and a special way of making people feel welcome. She loved everyone, and in return, she was loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her loving spirit and the memories she created with family and friends will forever hold a special place in the hearts of those who knew her.

Sheila enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, including fishing, gardening, camping, and spending time with her beloved dogs. Whether she was enjoying the outdoors or sharing time with those she loved, she found joy in the moments that brought people together. Above all, Sheila will be remembered for her loving nature, her generous heart, and the lasting impression she made on so many lives.

Sheila was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Doris Berry; her husband, William Robert Johnson; her brother, Alvin Grant Perry; and her grandson, Lonnie Lee “Batman.”

She is survived by her daughters, Jonette Buchanan (Josh), Elizabeth Williams (Angelo), and Deborah Potts (Dennis); her brothers, Walter Berry and Robert Mitchell Berry and his wife; her sister, Wilma Faye Cooke (Gene); thirteen grandchildren, Dustin, Craig, Shawn, Justin, Daniel, Rick Rick, Brandon-Lee, Tabatha, Joe Joe, Brie, Cherokee, and others; and twelve plus great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Sheila’s life will be held on November 7, 2026. For information regarding the time and location, please contact Jonette Buchanan at 252-497-0186.

Though Sheila will be deeply missed, the love she shared and the memories she leaves behind will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. To so many, she was more than a name—she was “Memaw,” a beloved presence whose love touched countless lives.

Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the Hunnings family.