Johnnie David Saunders, born August 17, 1950, departed this life on May 17, 2020. Johnnie graduated from Southeast High School and did a short stint in the U.S. Air Force. Upon returning to Greensboro, he was employed by the Sears and Roebuck Company. He later joined Lombardt Brothers, Inc. as an installer and servicer of optical equipment for doctors. He retired in 2017 after injuring his shoulder. Johnnie had several passions, the greater of which was his wood working and carpentry. He loved to build, creating everything from yard decorations to home furnishing, interior furniture, and shelving. He even built a deck on to his home. He was a quiet easygoing family man who kept to himself a lot yet loved people. His family and friends were especially important to him. Johnnie was preceded in death by both parents, John B. and Odell Jones Saunders. To honor his memory, he is survived by his wife of almost 24 years, Jean Jones-Saunders, one adopted son, Ronnie Saunders, and his beloved companion Ziva, his dog. Three sisters; Jean S. Wilson (Nathaniel), Edith S. Smith, and Sharon M. Saunders. Two brothers, Kenneth L. Saunders (Peggy) and Michael G. Saunders, all of Greensboro. Two maternal Aunts, Ella Marie Fulp and Georgianna Jones of Greensboro, and one maternal Uncle, Robert Jones of Burlington NC. Six nieces and three nephews along with a host of other family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the Humane Society in his name. Perry J. Brown Funeral Home is in charge of the Private Graveside Services at Lakeview Cemetery.