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Allen S. Johnson, 66, of Panama City, passed away Monday, July 21, 2014 at his home.
Allen was a native of Panama City, and a 1966 graduate of Bay High School, where he excelled in football. He attended Marion Military Academy on a football scholarship, and was captain of the football team. While at Marion, he was named best private in his brigade and NCO of the year while a freshman. He then played for Arkansas State, the University of Florida, Florida State, and Mississippi College. After graduation, he joined the Florida Department of Law Enforcement where he worked until joining the Bay County Sheriff's Department as an investigator, working until his retirement. While at the Bay County Sheriff's Department, Allen, also known as Frog, made the first marijuana arrest in Panama City. After his law enforcement career, Allen was a business owner and supporter of the Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch and the Wounded Warriors Program. An avid sportsman and outdoorsman, Allen loved deer and dove hunting, and enjoyed spending time with his hunting buddies.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Burl T. and Dorothy Johnson, and his brothers, Gene and David.
Survivors include his sisters, Kim Limmer (Mark) of Panama City and Vicki Wood-Smallman (Daryl) of Hawaii; a sister-in-law, Sally Johnson of Navarre; his nieces and nephews, Teresa Hackwith (Monte) of Nebraska, George Johnson (Stacey) of Pensacola, Casey Limmer, Jordan Limmer, Callie Wood, Skyler Wood, Meredith Edwards, and Levi Hackwith; and numerous cousins, other relatives, and close friends.
Funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM Sunday, July 27, 2014 at the Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, July 26, 2014, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Allen's name may be made to Florida Sherriff's Youth Ranches@ https:www.youthranches.org.
Serving as pallbearers are Bill Harris, Tom Willoughby , Jimmy Cauley, Alvin Hill, Andy McKenzie, and Sonny McArthur. Serving as honorary pallbearers are John Spivey, Dale Smith, Mike Riley, Johnny McDaniels, Mike "Caz" Cazalas, and all past and present Bay County Sheriff Deputies.
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Don Clarke
May 23, 2025
After all the years since 1967 and the MMI years, I decided to "check on" Allen....and saddened to find this. Allen was a good guy, well thought of, and made friends easily. I really liked him and sorry to hear of his passing.
J Johnson
June 22, 2016
Thinking of you everyday
Michael Goldsberry
March 18, 2016
Rest in peace Allen.
Douglass Douglass
June 11, 2015
Alan my dad loved you bro and shared many memories of you. Bay high stud rip
May 8, 2015
allen forever!!!!!!!!!!! Giorgio
November 19, 2014
Rest in peace my friend!
angela willoughby
October 9, 2014
Allen johnson.....
A man I owe my love and graditude to. A man always in my thoughts. A man I could never ever forget. A man I am so Thankful to have known.. I'm so sorry and so sad.....
I'll never ever forget you and what you did for me ... never will I forget.
Thank you.....Thank you.. May God be with you.. Rest easy!
August 8, 2014
I first met Allen when we were partners working under cover in west palm beach for the palm beach county sheriff s office.
Allen was my best friend for 40 years. He was a great undercover and could buy dope from anyone if they were dealing.Now understand why we were friends we both went to military schools. me at new mexico military.both played college football. Both had issues from the death of friends on duty. Really sorry to see you go. God bless and Thanks for all your help and guidence. your friend J.J. Andersen. Manama Bahrain
August 1, 2014
We'll miss you Allen. I will always remember you and your kindness fondly. I pray that God welcomes you into his arms.
Christopher Hardy
July 26, 2014
You were a great boss that taught me how civilian business work. If their was any person that would ask for you're help you gave it. You're advice and more important you're friendship will be forever missed
Theresa Wilson
July 26, 2014
I was saddened to hear about Allen's passing. He had a heart of gold and would help anyone out in a time of need! Words fall short of expressing my sorrow! My heart and prayers go out to his family. In Honor & Remembrance of a great friend.
Helga and Wayne Smith
July 26, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Allen's family and friends in this time of grief.
J.D. Nolin
July 26, 2014
Allen was a good friend and I will miss him greatly.
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this time of sorrow. May God wrap His arms of grace, comfort and mercy around your family. You have my deepest sympathy.
Capt. J.D. Nolin (Ret.) BCSO
Deputy Charles Merchant
July 26, 2014
Thanks for being friends with a lot of us during our time in Bay County law enforcement. You were a life saver more times than I can count. The good you did for so many with your kind heart did not go unnoticed.
Marc Nolen
July 24, 2014
One of the kindest Souls that's ever walked the planet. I loved this man as if he were my own brother. We went on many great trips to the ends of the planet and had great fun. My prayers go out to his family. Bless you my friend. Marc Nolen
Julie Whitlatch
July 24, 2014
I am so very saddened by what has happened to this wonderful man. I worked for Allen for more than 10 years. If you ever needed advice he honestly gave it. We had a great time in the Bahamas. To his family my thoughts and prayers are with you.
heidi vadakin
July 24, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Johnson and his family. God Bless you always. Heidi and Mike Vadakin. My Thai Asian Bistro.
laura fuller
July 24, 2014
ALLEN THANKD 4 ALWAYS TAKING CARE OF US AS KIDS. YOU WILL BE MISSED WILL SEE Y IN HEAVEN OOVE LAURA
Kathy Cheek-Simmons
July 24, 2014
I grew up with Allen being a frequent member in our home. He was one of my brother, Richard's, best friends. He was loved by my family and will always be remember for his humor and smile. God Bless You, Alan.
Kent & Tinh Sineath
July 24, 2014
We will miss & love you a lot ( java the hut ), the best alway goes too early
Jack McKeithen
July 23, 2014
Allen was a big man and he had an equally big heart. Always friendly and cordial to everyone. He devoted most of his adult life to law enforcement and keeping the people of this county safe. He was a good man and he will be missed by his many friends. God bless Allen and his family.
Josh Kruczek
July 23, 2014
You will be missed "Little Buddy"
July 23, 2014
I first met Allen in 1972 and later in my law enforcement career had the pleasure on a few occasion to work with him. Frog was always a pleasure and fun type guy to be with and I really liked him a lot. My wife and me send our sincere condolences to his family. Rest in eternal peace my friend, God Bless. Al & Patsy Whitfield
July 23, 2014
Allen had a big heart and friend to many.
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