George D Johnson

George D. Johnson, 79, of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. He was born August 27, 1946, in Jonesboro to the late John Lofton and Sharley Johnson. In addition to his parents, George is preceded in death by his stepson, Eddie Dale; and siblings Bobby and Johnny Johnson.

Raised in the Cash community, George proudly continued his family’s farming legacy before beginning a long and fulfilling career with the Craighead County Sheriff’s Department, where he later retired. He was devoted to his community, often volunteering and attending Exchange Club lunches on Fridays.

He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Frieda Johnson; daughter, Stephanie Maloney (Michael); grandchildren, Kennedy Grace Maloney (Kile Harvey), Dr. Thomas Michael Maloney (Emily), and Peyton Dale Jones (Duncan); and great-granddaughter, Savannah James Maloney.

The family would like to give a special thanks to St. Bernards, Quail Run Health and Rehab, and the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House for their kind and compassionate care.

Private burial will be under the direction of Emerson Funeral Home of Jonesboro. Memorials may be made to:

The Johnson Cemetery Fund 
C/O Michael Cureton 
PO Box 147 
Cash, AR 72421

The Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House 
1148 East Matthews Avenue 
Jonesboro, AR 72401