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James Robert Johnson

1956 - 2025

James Robert Johnson obituary, 1956-2025, Savannah, GA

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James Johnson Obituary

James (Jimmy) Robert Johnson, age 69, passed away on December 15, 2025 surrounded by his loving wife and his 3 daughters at hospice of Savannah.

Jimmy was born and raised in Savannah and graduated from Savannah High school in 1974.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Little: stepfather, George Little; Father, James Harris Johnson; Sister, Sheyla Kimball; beloved Grandson, Gordon Carmichael.

He is survived by his wife, Andrea Johnson; daughters, Heather Santos (Alex); Jamie Anchors; Jacquelyn Johnson; sister, Vicki Tucker (Joel); grandchildren; Marshall Mills (Rachel), Cam Mills, and Allie Mills; and many nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by his dog and faithful sidekick George.

Jimmy was known for his sense of humor. He always had a joke to tell and was the life of every party. Jimmy was admired for his strong work ethic. He worked for M&M/Kroger and Johnny Harris Barbecue for many years. Roles which he carried Out with pride, dedication, and integrity.

Family meant everything to Jimmy. He was a loving father and grandfather who never Failed to let his children know how much he loved them.

The family will receive friends 4 o'clock until 6 o'clock Thursday evening, December 18, 2025 at Gamble Funeral Service-410 Stephenson Avenue, Savannah, Georgia.

The funeral service will immediately follow at 6 o'clock in the funeral home chapel.

In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of Savannah in Remembrance of Jimmy.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Connect Savannah from Dec. 17 to Dec. 18, 2025.

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Irma N Shields

December 18, 2025

Andrea and family sorry to hear the passing of Mr Jim.
Sending my condolences to you and your family during this time of sadness.

Barry Johnson

December 18, 2025

Jimmy... One of the Johnson boys gone to soon... You've been my friend my entire life... I love you dearly and I'm gonna miss you every day...Barry

John Trainor

December 17, 2025

So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I enjoyed working with him in the Vaden Group. He surely made our days more enjoyable with his sense of humor. Please accept my condolences.

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4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Gamble Funeral Service

410 Stephenson Ave, Savannah, GA 31405

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18

Funeral service

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Gamble Funeral Service

410 Stephenson Ave, Savannah, GA 31405

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