James H. Johnson
James "Jim" was born in Danbury, son of the late Stacey and Pauline Johnson on April 3, 1948. He graduated from Danbury High School and later joined the U.S. Navy. After meeting the love of his life Susan E. Johnson (predeceased) at Dayton Rogers, they got married in 1974.
He was a volunteer firefighter for Beckerle Hose Co. #9 before transitioning to the Danbury Fire Department local 801, completing 40 years of service. He served as Firefighter, Lieutenant, and Deputy Fire Marshal, before retiring as Fire Marshal in 2013. He was a longtime member of the Board of Directors of Hat City Music Theatre Inc. and was also a member of the Common Council of the City of Danbury representing the Second Ward. During his retirement, he enjoyed bee keeping, working outside in his yard, road trips with his dog, Daphne, and supporting his grandchildren every chance he could.
Jim is survived by his two sons, James S. Johnson and wife Courtney of Memphis, TN and Stephen Johnson and wife Kathleen of Danbury, his grandchildren: Alexis, Nicole, Georgia, Noah, Abel, and Silas, as well as his sister Laura and husband David Katz of Danbury, his beloved dog Daphne, and many nieces and nephews. Additionally, Jim is preceded in death by his brother, Robert D. Johnson.
Funeral services will be held at the Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St., Danbury, on Saturday, February 1st at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Wooster Cemetery. Friends may call at the Green Funeral Home on Saturday, February 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation or the American Heart Association.

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Published by Danbury News Times on Jan. 24, 2025.

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David Coelho

February 6, 2025

To the entire Johnson family:
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. He was a very good and active member of the Beckerle & Co. Hose Co. Engine Co. 9., which was the beginning of his great career in the Fire Service for our City. We were always very proud of him.
He was a lifelong Danburian and served our City well.
May he rest in peace peace.
Our sympathies to you all.

David M. Coelho
Beckerle- Eng. 9
Now part of Battalion 31

Pete Dunn

February 2, 2025

Jim and Steve ;my condolences to you and your family. I had the pleasure of knowing your Dad for many years and always enjoyed his company. I was unable to attend the memorial service and pay my respect in person. Bless you all.Your Dad was an outstanding man .

Laurie Albano

January 29, 2025

My condolences to Jim´s family and friends. My Dad was a City of Danbury Firefighter with Jim, and I remember how fondly my Dad spoke of him. RIP Jim. Say hello to my Dad for me up there. I´m sure you guys will enjoy telling old war stories together!

Nancy Tomanio

January 27, 2025

Our sincere sympathy to the entire Johnson family...you are all in our thoughts and prayers...The Tomanio family....

Barbara Hulse

January 25, 2025

To everyone Jim loved and who's life he touched....the list is as long as the sadness felt knowing such a wonderful, kind, caring man has left this earth. We shared countless conversations over the years covering every subject from politics to family along with bees and Daphne. Cleaning Jim's house was a challenge at first but became one I looked forward to as he became my friend. Knowing you are with your Susie once again will forever warm my heart when I feel sad the world has lost such an amazing man.

James X Terry

January 25, 2025

Sorry to hear, Jim's passing is a great loss to the city of Danbury, I had the pleasure to know Jim through the Fire Dept while I was a member of the Danbury Police Dept, may you Rest in Peace

Frank Curran

January 25, 2025

I worked with Jim for many years in the Danbury Fire Department and the Fire Marshals office and he was a great guy. Prayers for the family and rest in peace brother.

Linda M Johnson

January 24, 2025

Rest in peace, Uncle Jim! You were a great guy, always had a smile on your face and always there to help someone you were always there for my children and they looked up to you and I know you loved them too! Rest in peace, Uncle Jim

D johnson

January 23, 2025

Rest in peace, Uncle J. I don´t even know where to start-you were always someone I looked up to, a true role model. This one hurts. SMH."

Timothy J Bunting

January 22, 2025

Jim and I became close friends while working together for several years in Danbury City Hall. He was a great man and will be sorely missed..

Robert Johnson & Bob (Waldo) Johnson

January 20, 2025

My sincere condolences to the Jimmy jr, Stephen, Laura and the entire Johnson family. Jimmy will be missed, he was a great friend and neighbor always a pleasure to speak with and incredibly kind.

Mary Angell

January 19, 2025

Laura and David, my thoughts and prayers are with you and all the Johnson family at this difficult time. Much love!

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