Dieter was born May 16, 1946 in Germany. He was preceded in death by his parents, James K. Johnson, Sr. and Irmgard Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a veteran of the US Air Force. He was retired from DuPont and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Survivors include his two children, Cheri Carmichael and husband Walter, and Jeff Johnson and wife Tasha; four grandchildren, Walter Carmichael, Jr., Kayla Armstrong and husband Jordan, Chance Johnson, and Carly Johnson; a brother, James K. Johnson, Jr. and wife Sandra; a niece, Christa Thompson and husband Andrew; and a great-nephew Benjamin Thompson.
In accordance with his wishes, no services will be held.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com for the Johnson family.
Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.