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Samuel Johnson Obituary
August 29, 1953 - February 19, 2022
Forsyth, Georgia - Samuel (Sam) Johnson passed away on Saturday, February 19th, 2022 at 68 years of age after an extended illness. Sam was born August 29, 1953 in Atlanta, GA to Frank Johnson Sr. and Annie Bell Thaxton Johnson.
Sam was preceded in death by his brothers, Frank Johnson Jr. and Joseph Haner; aunts, Melba Couch and Sue Moore; brother-in-law, Stacey Curry and infant granddaughter, Mackenzie Parker.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Patricia Johnson; children, Wendy (Bill) Turner and Eric (Lindsay) Parker; grandchildren Brice Turner, Kenley Turner, Adalyn Parker, and Olivia Parker; brothers-in-law, Len Curry (Christine) and Billy Curry (Cindy); sisters, Brenda Ferguson (Concord, VA) and Libby Thomas (Haynesville, GA); his niece and caretaker, Emalea Curry, as well as many other nieces, nephews, and extended relatives.
Sam enlisted in the Army at 21 years of age. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 37th Armored Regiment. At the time of his Honorable Discharge, Sam had earned the rank of Sergeant First Class and served in Germany for 2 years. He earned the Hand Grenade Expert Badge and the M-16 Rifle Marksman Badge as well as the Army Commendation Medal, and Good Conduct Medal.
After being relieved from Active Duty, Sam attended college and obtained his Associates Degree. Sam was an electrician by trade and worked for many years at Ingleside Electric in Macon prior to working for Wayerhauser and Jordan Forest Products from which he retired after 28 years.
Anyone who knew Sam knew he loved being a PawPaw, good looking trucks, fishing, animals of all kinds and his loyal companion, Sadie. Sam and Sadie were well known for their Sunday afternoon outings to run errands and visit family. As his health faded, Emalea became Sam's caregiver. He looked forward to her visits because he knew she would bring him special treats.
A private memorial will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Save-A-Pet, PO Box 933 Forsyth, GA 31029 or to the Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090-6011.
Please visit www.monroecountymemorialchapel.com to express tributes.
Monroe County Memorial Chapel has charge of arrangements
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Christine Short
February 20, 2022
He was a very friendly person. I always love to see him when he came in the store where I worked and we always picked on each other. Good by my friend
Mandy English
February 20, 2022
deepest sympathies for Patty & all his family. never had a dull conversation with Mr. Sam. He will be missed
February 20, 2022
So sorry to hear this
Thomas and Polly Hilburn
February 20, 2022
Sorry for your loss, Patty prayers for you and your family.
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Sharon Palmer
February 19, 2022
So sorry to hear of Sam's passing. He always had something funny to say when I'd see him in Walmart. Sending my prayers to the family.
Judy Kirkwood
February 19, 2022
Thinking of you all,praying for comfort and peace.
Jody Handley
February 19, 2022
Love you Aunt Patty and praying for you all.. Rest High Uncle Sam, give Daddy a hug for me.. You will truely be missed .
Patricia Pinyon
February 19, 2022
Patty, I am so sorry to hear about Sam. He is pain free now. I am praying for you and family. If you need to talk or need a shoulder to cry on, I am hear. It is hard to go through. I been there and done it.
Linda WoodWood
February 19, 2022
Good man and friend loyal to all
Angelic Holmes
February 19, 2022
My deepest condolences. May God comfort your heart.
Rosemary Beard
February 19, 2022
Loved Sam he was also my brother not in blood but in life I was so glad he called me a lot the last few months . I laugh at his jokes I knew what was true what wasn’t . I can see him now catching the home bus with my brothers they were all brothers . Can’t believe time passed so fast . Love u Sam . So sorry Patty and your family
Linnie Flournoy
February 19, 2022
Sam you will be greatly missed by all who knew you. Prayers go out to Patty ,my friend, and to his children and family. Sorry for your loss. He is in Heaven now ,pain free. He is smiling down on his family and will be watching over them now. Sam you are a very special Angel now and I will always remember you coming into Walmart and us teasing each other. I use to call you ole man.
Lisa Curry Caldwell
February 19, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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