Linda Johnson

Linda Lewis Johnson, 81, of Huntsville, went to her eternal home early Wednesday morning, December 11th. She is survived by two sons, Rick (Paula) Johnson, David "Hoss" (Lisa, deceased) Johnson; daughter, Melanie (Bill) Lockard; and sister, Jeannie Lewis. Linda had twenty-two grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cotton Johnson. She was employed by Huntsville City Schools and served as the secretary at Butler High School for 25 years. Mrs. Johnson was a faithful member and servant of Friendship Baptist Church in Huntsville. She organized the Community Watch program in her neighborhood and recognized for her leadership and contributions. She loved to gather with her friends over meal times and enjoyed organizing reunions for the retired teachers of Butler High School. The students, faculty and administration of Butler had a special place in her heart. For many years she was the sponsor for the Butler High School cheerleaders, and maintained lifelong relationships with them. Every Saturday night she would be found watching Charles Stanley, Mike Huckabee and the Gaither Homecoming Music on television. Her great love was her family – her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was known for her genuine love for people, a sense of humor, joy and laughter, and serving others. Mrs. Johnson was a patriot and loved America. Her legacy is a godly life, a love for Christ and God's Word, faithfulness, serving in her local church, caring for her friends, and influencing her children and many others to know and love the Lord. She will be greatly missed by many people. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 22, 4-7 p.m., at West Huntsville Baptist Church. The funeral will be on Monday, December 23, 11 a.m. at West Huntsville Baptist Church. The family will receive friends Monday at 10:00 a.m. before the funeral. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to SCORE International. Her son, Hoss, is a missionary with them and travels all over the world holding football clinics sharing the gospel. This will help him and she would like that the most. They are at www.scoreintl.org.