John Healton

John Lanny Healton, 74, of Tiptonville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Reelfoot Manor in Tiptonville.

Born on June 18, 1951, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he was the son of the late John W. Healton, Sr. and the late Beidleman Healton.

Mr. Healton proudly served his country in the United States Army in the Vietnam War.  Following his military service, he later worked for many years in the parts department at Garcia Honda in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he was known for his dedication and strong work ethic.

A man of deep faith, Mr. Healton was an active member of the Baptist Church. John was a man of faith who loved God deeply and volunteered at his church every day until his helath no longer allowed it. He had a passion for writing and found great joy in creating children's stories, especially for his step-grandchildren. Through his stories, he shared his imagination, wisdom, and love with those closest to him. He treasured times spent with friends. John will be remembered as a kind god-hearted man.

Cremation services for Mr. Healton are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.

He is survived by his wife, Melody Healton of Albuquerque, New Mexico; twin sister, Tanna Jane Healton Callaway of Albuquerque, New Mexico; one brother, Charles Allred of Texas; and three sisters, Shelia Riffle of Texas, Sherry Hammond of Colorado, and Teri Pugh of Oklahoma.

Online condolences may be made to the family at johnsonwilliamsfuneralhome.com.  Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of John Lanny Healton.

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