It is with a heavy heart to announce:
John James Johnson, 81 years young of Holmes Beach, FL, passed away August 7, 2024, from natural causes. John was born in Berea, KY in 1942 to Ella Mae Terrill and Jake Johnson.
John joined the Army in 1961 and was honorably discharged in 1966. During his time in active duty, toured Germany, specialized in truck/tank mechanics with a decoration as a sharpshooter (Rifle M-14).
John is survived by; 3 children: John Johnson, Rebecca Raessler, and Joanna Daugherty; 4 grandchildren: Heather Johnson, Amber Mellor, Kylie Raessler, and Allan Daugherty; 3 great grandchildren, Kyle Johnson-Parks, Athena Johnson-Kelly, Connor Mellor; brother; Jake
Johnson: along with a family tree that roots deep and branches wide with cousins, nieces and nephews spread throughout the Eastern U.S.
Preceded in death by Sue F. Johnson (wife); Frick Johnson (Brother); Carolyn Johnons (Sister); Patricia Johnson (Sister), Edgar Johnson (Brother); Charlie Johnson (Brother), and Doug Johnson (Brother).
John fulfilled his life; raised a family and prospered well. John worked hard and played harder. It was an honor and a privilege. Your presence we miss, your memory we treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never.
No Services are planned at this time. The family suggests donations may be made in his name to the American Legion (https://www.americanlegion.org). Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory, 43rd Street West, Bradenton, FL 34209, is in charge of arrangements.
