Name: Visitation for Andy Johnson
Start: 2018-05-19T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-05-19T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Bernstein Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Anderson "Andy" Sidney Johnson passed away on May 16, 2018 at age 65.

Born October 18, 1952 in Athens, GA, he attended Athens High School and the University of Georgia. Andy played football and baseball for both Athens High and the University of Georgia and was drafted by the New England Patriots to play professional football in 1974. After retiring from the NFL, Andy returned to Athens and created an insurance partnership which lasted over 30 years. Andy was Vice-President of the Georgia Football Lettermen's Club, a former Board Member of Hope Haven and a supporter of the Ronald McDonald House, Beacon Schools of the Virgin Islands and the Special Olympics. He was inducted into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in 1996 and the Athens Athletic Hall of Fame in 2000.

Andy is survived by his wife of 46 years, Charlotte Parsons Johnson; his daughters, Kristin Johnson Dickens and Kelley Brooke Johnson; his son and daughter-in-law, Cameron Brent Johnson and Esther Lee Johnson; his sisters, Ann Johnson Flohr and Ellen Johnson King; and his grandchildren, Greer, Leslie and Alexander.

Andy was a quiet and compassionate man who loved his family dearly. Guided by the principles taught by Cobern Kelley and the YMCA, Andy was a firm believer in the importance of teamwork in all aspects of his life.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.

The family will have visitation on Saturday, May 19 from 3-6 p.m. at Bernstein Funeral Home and Cremation in Athens, GA.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, May 20 at 3:30 p.m. at Oconee Hill Cemetery.

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald on May 18, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Andy Johnson

28 Entries

Clark Taylor

July 6, 2018

Andy was one of the greatest athletes I ever saw, as well as one of the greatest people I ever met. May God bless your family.

Karen Mashburn/Kilgore

June 23, 2018

You will be missed, you were a good Man Andy, We have known each other since we were little, Sunday School every Sunday, Wensday Bible Study, Vacation Bible School.
Andy you have been a good, loving, giving and caring Man. You will be missed by your Wife, Children and their children, and your Sisters and their families.
God Bless you Andy for being put on this earth, you will never be forgotten.

Helen Bridges

May 25, 2018

Growing up in Athens in the 50's and 60's, going to football games and other sports was what we did. Kelley's Y boys were famous in the eyes of Athenians. After college and marriage, we moved back to Athens and purchased our first home, on Whitehead Road next door to the Johnson family. What great neighbors they were. When our son was a toddler outside, Andy would "play ball" with him. Frequently they would visit to see the babies, I think. As we were new parents and working hard they would often bring treats over for us. Mr. Johnson was sick when our daughter was born in January of 1971. When he was allowed to get out of the house, one of his first trips was to see our new baby. The whole family was good folks. Andy, as has already been said, was a special person. God's blessings on your family. Jerry and Helen CARTER (62) Bridges.

Harry Rice

May 22, 2018

Into every person's life there comes that "one of a kind" being. That was Andy. Rest in peace.

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Mark Hanak

May 20, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Dear Chot and Family please accept my deepest prayers for your family during this difficult time. I was fortunate to work with Andy and Dick Conn in New England. As an athletic trainer, Andy was the first player I ever saw sit in an ice cold whirlpool after a hot summer practice. Soon others followed. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Tab Thompson

May 20, 2018

Our prayers rise to heaven for the Johnson family. In the words of the Greek Orthodox hymn--"May his memory be eternal."

Jim Kitchens

May 20, 2018

I played football on the 69 championship team with Andy... basically from third grade through Valdosta. He was always a champion in every game he played. Imagination, intelligence and love for every sport. He became a f/b friend lately. We will miss him.

Bill King

May 20, 2018

I posted fond memories of Andy from classmates, friends and fans to the Junkyard Blawg.
https://dawgs.us/2wWeLOa

Bill King

May 20, 2018

Andy Johnson wasn't just the best running quarterback in UGA football history, he also was one of life's good guys. Click below to read classmates' and fans' fond memories.
https://dawgs.us/2wWeLOa

May 19, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dennis Alewine

May 19, 2018

Andy was a All American in every thing he did yet he was humble and kind to everyone God bless and confort his family Dennis Alewine

Gisela Hodgson

May 19, 2018

Athens lost a fine man. Our prayers and condolences go out to the Johnson family. Stay strong and hold on to your memories.
Hal & Gisela Hodgson

Bill King

May 19, 2018

I went to school with Andy from 7th grade on, and he was one of the nicest guys you ever could meet. In addition to being a fantastic all-around athlete, he was a very fine man. My sincerest condolences to his family.

May 18, 2018

My sincere condolences to family and friends. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn, sustain your family during this difficult time - 2nd Cor. 1:3.
Whiting,
GA

Etta Roberts

May 18, 2018

I will always remember Andy Johnson from when we all grew up together and went to Clarke County Junior high, Athens High School. He was kind and friendly to everyone no matter who they were. He will be missed by those of us who remember him from younger days. Prayers and sympathy to his family.

Pam Braswell

May 18, 2018

Chot and family: It has been so many years since we were all together at UGA while our husbands played football and baseball for the DAWGS. We have so many happy memories during those years. I think we were some of the first married couples on the team. Kim had to ask Coach Dooley if we could get married before he asked my Father.

My heart goes out to you and your family. Kim always tells me when he sees you and Andy at Georgia Alumni get togethers. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Clarke and Cynthia McKeever

May 18, 2018

I was deeply saddened to hear of Andy's passing, I think of how genuinely kind he was to the black kids that integrated the schools in the 1960's. He was always apologizing for the bad behavior of his peers. When I returned to Burney-Harris, our schools played against each other in basketball. That's the Andy I knew and remember. A person's death should hold meaning. Their good deeds speak for themselves. The Charity that others give in their name. The knowledge they leave behind that benefit others. This was Andy.. May God embrace you with all his love, care, and strength, during this sad and difficult time. We offer our deepest sympathy to the Johnson family and those who knew and loved him. Cling to God, He is a safe place in the storms of life.

David Burger

May 18, 2018

Andy was the best. My heart goes out to his family. Peace be with you.

May 18, 2018

May the God of comfort and peace continue to be with family and friends to see you through this difficult time. Hosea 13:14

Jim Massey

May 18, 2018

Dear Chat and Johnson family: I am very sorry to her of Andy's passing. He was a superb person,player and friend. Andy was a great example of being great but always being humble! He will be sorely missed by all who knew him and our Georgia Lettermen gatherings will definitely have big shoes missing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days and weeks.

May 18, 2018

What can be said about Andy, other than his being such a kind, sweet, & humble person. I have never heard anyone say anything to the contrary about him. Many fond memories of him at AHS & UGA. We will miss him terribly. Our prayers go out to his family.
With our deepest sympathies,
Lynda (Harden) and Carlton Powell

Mary and Bob Wimberly

May 18, 2018

We will always remember fondly our trips together....skiing and the blizzard in North Carolina....and the ski lift operator who thought Bobby was the football player! And our trip to Foxboro was great fun! Chot, always remember the laughter. I know Andy is in heaven. Someday we will all be together again. We loved Andy. Love you too....

CAW

May 18, 2018

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your love one Andy. May you find peace and comfort in the God of all comfort. Matt 5:4.

leroy huff jr.

May 18, 2018

So sorry to hear of the passing of Andy Johnson,We played against each other in High School Basketball. He was at Athens High and I was at Burney Harris.He also Coached my son in Little League Baseball. He was a Great Athlete and a Great Person.My Condolences to the Johnson Family

Rick Boswell

May 17, 2018

Andy and I grew up together, attended Oconee Heghts Baptist Church, and went to the same schools. I have very fond memories of him, his mom and dad. They all were wonderful Christian people. My deepest condolences to the family. He will be missed but remembered by many.
With deepest sympathy and respect.
Rick Boswell

Barbara Sims Bradford

May 17, 2018

It's hard to give a short statement about Andy.
I was one year older than he and was in the Athens High School Class of 1969. I didn't share classes with him, but our paths crossed all the time. He was always friendly and courteous.
Speaking for myself, I had a huge crush on him from watching him play sports, especially football. Who wouldn't? He was handsome and nice and never put on airs. Then he became a star at the UGA and my crush continued.
I feel like he was my friend and am very, very sad at his passing.
May he rest in peace and may his family find comfort in the thousands of people who thought the world of him. I know that the Athens Community honors him and loves him.

May 17, 2018

I remember Andy when he was playing at GA. I would take my son to watch him, as he was his favorite player. When someone would make a remark about his play he made, my son would get all upset and say they shouldn't have said that.

God Bless your Family.

Mary Fowler

Bernstein Funeral Home

May 18, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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