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Posted: June 30, 2009

Holly Springs principal dies

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Luther Johnson Jr.
Luther Johnson Jr.

Holly Springs, N.C. — The first principal of Holly Springs High School died Friday, his family said. Luther Johnson Jr. was 39. 

Johnson served many roles in the Wake County Public School System. He was previously the principal at Leesville Road Middle School and had been assistant principal at Wakefield High School.

He grew up in High Point and earned a degree in mathematics at Winston-Salem State University. He got his master's degree in Education from UNC-Greensboro and was working on a doctorate at North Carolina State University at the time of his death.

RELATED TOPICS: Holly Springs, Leesville, Wake County, NC State University, Raleigh, Public Schools, Martin Luther King, Jr., Wakefield Plantation

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Such a loss.
Click to view my profile CrewMax
June 30, 2009 7:39 p.m.
This is such a huge loss for Wake County schools. My son introduced me to Mr. Johnson while I was attempting to do the "chicken dance" at the 6th grade dance! I was so embarrassed. Mr. Johnson loved his students and it was obvious they loved and respected him. He was truly an amazing person and an inspiration. Thoughts and prayers for the family. We will miss you Mr. Johnson!
momof2
June 30, 2009 6:01 p.m.
While attending a conference a few years back I had the pleasure to meet Mr. Johnson. Few people I have met impressed me the way he did. He had an humble spirit,an inquisitive mind and a respect for his fellow educators. He will be truly missed! To his parents and family I would like to say they I am sorry for your loss however you should stand proud for this fine young man. You parenting showed forth each day in the way he lived his life and how he treated others!
prn13norm
June 30, 2009 5:02 p.m.
RIP, Mr. Johnson. You didn't live long enough, but I know you made an impact on every young person you came in contact with.
nandud
June 30, 2009 4:57 p.m.
I did not know this young man personally, but did have an opportunity to work with some of his former classmates at Winston Salen State. His dedication and passion for working with young people and helping them strive for excellence will be greatly missed.

May God bring comfort to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Click to view my profile Tawny
June 30, 2009 4:57 p.m.
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