of Mt. Pleasant, AR
September 27, 1936 - August 14, 2021
James Thomas Johnson, son of the late Bob and Lillian Moser Johnson, was born September 27, 1936 in Mt. Pleasant, Arkansas. He went to be with the Lord August 14, 2021, in Mt. Pleasant, Arkansas. James spent his life as a loving husband, dad, papa, son, brother, and uncle. He married the love of his life, travel companion, and best friend, Connie Harp Johnson on September 4, 1957, in Dinuba, California and raised two children.
He proudly served in the United States Navy during peace time from 1955 - 1962. He began his naval enlistment on the aircraft carrier, The USS Yorktown before being transferred to the US Naval Station in Pensacola, Florida. His remaining enlistment was spent in Argentina, Newfoundland. He was honorably discharged in Brooklyn, New York in March 1962. After being discharged, he worked for Koss Construction as a paving supervisor for six years.
In 1968, he brought his family home to Arkansas to begin his dream of owning a farm and raising cattle. During this time, he also worked as a supervisor in machining at White Rodgers in Batesville, Arkansas. He retired in 1992 at the early age of 55 years to enjoy his farm and new granddaughters. James enjoyed fishing, bird hunting, garage sales, and auctions.
He loved reminiscing with family and friends and telling his stories of events in his younger years and experiences of his Navy life. His family was very important to him and his love for them was strong. He loved and served the Lord faithfully. He was an active member of the Mt. Pleasant Southern Baptist Church.
James is survived by his wife of 64 years, Connie Harp Johnson of the home; one son, Duane (Lisa) Johnson; one daughter, Carol (Tim) Whitehurst; three granddaughters, Amy Stanley of Rogers, Arkansas, Kallie (Will) Smith of Ward, Arkansas, and Meagen Whitehurst of Bradford, Arkansas; one great-grandson, Chy Stanley of Rogers, Arkansas; two brothers, Delmas (Betty) Johnson, and Conny (Jon) Johnson of Melbourne, Arkansas; one sister-in-law, Shirley Johnson of Mt. Pleasant, Arkansas and many nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives, and many other friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Bobby Johnson of Mt. Pleasant, and one nephew, Kevin Johnson of Melbourne, Arkansas.
Pallbearers are Shannon Simpson, Chet Johnson, BB Johnson, Brad Duckett, Blake Johnson, and Mark Herrington.
Funeral Services will be Thursday, August 19 at 2:00pm at the Southern Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Pastor Bruce Qualls officiating. Burial will follow at Reeves Cemetery.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105.
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34 Condolence(s)
Cindy Cox Burnside
Saturday, August 21, 2021
I'm so sorry to learn the loss of James. He was a great boss at White Rodgers and he was also a good friend. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as you journey down the long road ahead. May you RIP James!
Leann Siler
Thursday, August 19, 2021
I am so sorry for the loss of James. I always thought a lot of him. Prayers for peace and comfort for the entire family.
Doug & Carolyn Wilson
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Sorry for your loss. James was a great guy to work with during our White - Rodgers years.
Mike and Jackie Arnold
Thursday, August 19, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. James was such a great person. Prayers for peace and comfort in the difficult days ahead. May the loving memories bless you, as you hold them in your hearts. Our sincere condolences.
Greg and Fern Vickery
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Praying for the family. James and Don Stroud were good friends who got me home safely a many a night from White Rogers. Thanks for caring for a young mother.
Andrew Smith
Thursday, August 19, 2021
James was my supervisor when I started at White-Rodgers. I worked with him for nearly 10 years. I have never known a finer person. He was kind, generous and fair. He was the person who inspired me the most in my life. I saw him in Walmart a couple of years ago, and he gave my granddaughter a gold coin, and simply asked that she remember him. I know we always will. The world lost a good one. My thoughts are with y'all.
Sue barksdale Jane Lamb
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Praying for your family
Linda manry
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Prayers
Linda manry
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Prayers
Vickey Boutwell Smith
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Sorry for your loss. It's always hard to lose one of the good guys.
Ernie martin
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
He was a life long friend may the lord give comfort to the family as only he can .may god bless
Janie (Craig) Holder
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss! Love & prayers
Tim Johnson
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss I loved talking to James and bird Hunting with him and watching him work at White Rodgers he loved his family
BB and Ellen Johnson
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Prayers for all of the family.
Jim Cooper
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
I will always remember his dedication and enjoyment of Kallie during her fast pitch career. We lost a good man . Condolences to the family.
Tracy Wallis
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Duane, So sorry for the loss of your father. Prayers for you and your family.
Melinda Smith
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry and Tess Storlie
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort for all.
Sarah webb
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
James was such a sweet man. We will miss him dearly.
Ernest martin
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
It's a great loss . Thoughts and prayers for your family.
Jequita Martin Ruple
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a really good man and will be missed by many. Prayers for you and your family.
Tommy and Glenna Weatherford
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
So sorry about James
Prayers for comfort
Bryan Moser
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Sorry to hear about James
Bonita Jennings
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
So sorry for your loss. It's never easy giving them up but he was a fine man and was sure proud of his family. Gods blessings on you all.
Delmo Tate Family
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Connie, so sorry to hear of James' passing. May God and friends be with you during this time.
Aulanda McFarland
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
So sorry to hear about James. I always enjoyed his sweet friendly smile. I know how much he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers for all during this difficult time. ðŸ™
Sue Tinsley
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was such a nice man. Praying for your family.
Jenice Haley
Monday, August 16, 2021
Prayers in the days ahead, so sorry.
Donnie and Lisa Malott
Monday, August 16, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for the whole family.
Bill Doolin
Monday, August 16, 2021
So very sorry to hear about my friends passing, I was just out of high school and worked with James at White Rogers, he was such a joy to be around and was always helpful to kid like me. My very sad condolences to his entire family.
Cindy Nelson
Monday, August 16, 2021
Bill and I are so very sorry for your loss.
Chris and jeannie zirkle
Monday, August 16, 2021
You are all in our thoughts and prayers, may the Lord above wrap his arms around you and send you comfort
Alan Vickery
Monday, August 16, 2021
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery
Earvin and Linda Moser
Monday, August 16, 2021
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.