On Monday, August 19, 1929, Johnnie Wayne Redden was born in Freeport, Texas, in the home of his parents. A bouncing baby boy, over the years, he grew and gained favor with God and men, turning his heart to Jesus Christ when he was in his teens. Johnnie, was a four-sport letterman at Freeport High School, graduating in the class of 1948. After earning a track and field scholarship to the University of Houston, he began his education, taking a break from school to marry his spouse of 76 years Wanda Redden, and serve two years in the Army as part of the Korean War. Upon return from Korea, Johnnie continued his studies at the University of Houston, earning an education Bachelors. He then went to work in the fall of 1955 as a teacher and coach at Lake Jackson Intermediate School.

In time, Johnnie was promoted to Brazosport High School, where he coached and taught Algebra 1 for several years, eventually teaching higher math classes. Throughout, he continued to coach football and track and field, the latter of which he was the head coach. In August of 1969, Johnnie moved to the central administration building as the Supervisor of Pupil Personnel. Over his 26 years in administration, Johnnie held various titles, including Director of Student Services, Director of Administrative Services, and Director of personnel. During his time in administration, Johnnie also completed his Masters degree at the University of Houston.

Following his retirement, Johnnie and Wanda travelled extensively in Europe and the Holy Land, as well as annual treks to Colorado. Over the years, God blessed Johnnie and Wanda with 15 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. These children brought great joy to Johnnie and Wanda. Between trips and grandchildren, Johnnie found time to participate in Meals on Wheels, serve as the President of the Brazosport Association of Retired Teachers, and train as a Citizen on Patrol with the Lake Jackson Police Department. Above all, Johnnie was an avid golfer, finding great pleasure in playing the game several times each week with his friends. Johnnie loved the Lord. For several years, he served as the Sunday School Secretary for the First Baptist Church of Lake Jackson.

Johnnie is preceded in death by his father and mother, William Johnnie Redden and Dosha Belle Redden, his sisters, Emma Jean Smith and Martha Landry, his brother, Danny Redden, his daughters Susan Elise Redden and Nancy Elaine Harper, and his grandson, John William Redden.

On Friday night, October 30, 2026, Johnnie Wayne Redden passed peacefully from life to eternal life. He was 97 years old and completed a life that was well-lived.

There will be a Memorial Service for Johnnie Redden at 4:00 pm at the First Baptist Church of Lake Jackson, 401 Yaupon St., Lake Jackson. The family invites those who wish to attend to join them beginning at 3:00 pm for a visitation.