Miles M. Johns

Miles M. Johns, 59 of Lawtey passed away peacefully after a brief illness in his home on January 25, 2016, He was surrounded by his immediate family. Miles was born in Pasco County April 3, 1956. He was a graduate of U.C.H.S. Miles served 8 years in the U.S. Army 101st Airborne. He started his career with the Department of Corrections in 1984 where he worked his way up to the rank of Correctional Office Lieutenant before retiring in 2012. Miles is preceded in death by his father John Carlton Johns.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years Nancy Johns of Lawtey, Florida
Two daughters: Sabrina Avery of Starke, Florida & Eva Alvarez of Lake City, Florida
One son: John E. Johns of Jacksonville, Florida
His mother: Laverne Helm of Jacksonville, Florida
Two brothers: Steve Helm of Jacksonville, Florida and James E. Johns of Port Richey, Florida
One sister: Peggy Miller of Lake City, Florida
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Archer Memorial Chapel, A private burial will proceed. Arrangements are under the care of Archer Funeral Home. 386-496-2008