William "Bill" Marshall

Johnson

William “Bill” Marshall Johnson age 93, of Maryville, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2026 at home surrounded by his family. He was a member of 1st United Methodist Church. Bill was a United States Navy Veteran serving from 1951 – 1953 and a 32nd Degree Mason. He was the owner of Blount County Bail Bonding Company for 40 years. Bill enjoyed fishing, reading western novels, and building homes. Preceded in death by: father, Robert Cleveland Johnson; mother, Ina Louise Harvey Johnson; brother, Rayford Johnson; sister, Geneva Capps. Survivors include: wife of 70+ years, Marilyn Manning Johnson; sons & daughters-in-law, David Manning Johnson & wife Mary, Dr. Mark Anthony Johnson & wife Lori, and Keith Ashley Johnson & wife Angie; grandchildren, James William Johnson, Ally Johnson, Christina Lewis, Wesley Cade Johnson, and Britton Woods Johnson; great-granddaughter, Fynlee Johnson; sister, Oneda Tracy; niece, Cindy Potts. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to 1st United Methodist Church, 804 Montvale Station Rd, Maryville, TN 37803. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and entombment at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Grandview Mausoleum Chapel. Condolences may be shared at Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com.