Johnny Lamar Deering, age 79 of Temple, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 13, 2026. He was born November 8, 1946 in Temple, son of the late Roy Edward and Ruby Mabel Deering. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his daughter, Beverly Dawn Deering.

Left to cherish his memory, his wife, Carolyn Deering; son, Timothy Deering; sister, Janice Warren; grandchildren, Heather Grimes, Michael "Cord" Cordero Pemberton and Brandon Pemberton; and great grandchildren, Kaylin Brown, Haleigh Pemberton, Carly Pemberton, Emma Pemberton and Liam Pemberton.

The family will hold a graveside service on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 2:30 pm from Forest Lawn Memorial Park with Dr. Corky Addison officiating. Cord Pemberton, Brandon Pemberton and Heather Grimes will serve as Pallbearers.