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1940
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2025
James Johnson Obituary
Jim was born on Dec. 10, 1940, to Frederick Theodore and Nellie Grace (Snyder) Johnson of Timblin.
He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister, Esther.
Jim is survived by his family, Sandra Serrian, Kristoffer Gruda, Aimee Gruda, Anna Mae (Johnson) Marco, Marlin (Pete) Johnson (Sharon), Erica (Johnson) Bonnett (Jody), Brent Johnson, Kendall, Mackenzie and Grady Bonnett, Toriann (Bonnett) Phelps, Nate and Wrenlee Phelps, Peyton, Ashton and Braxton Johnson, Mike and Barb Rehler, Kristin Rehler and Brian Rehler
Jim was an Army veteran serving in Vietnam. He retired from Erie Insurance as a claims adjuster after working in the auto body industry for many years. As a member of the Punxsutawney Country Club, he was an avid golfer. He loved "talking" about the game as well. In his much younger days, he loved playing baseball with his buddies on the Timblin sandlot team. He continued some of those friendships over breakfast in recent years. Jim's love for horses and horse shows brought Sandy and Aimee into his life 35 years ago. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
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Dale Bish
March 1, 2025
To the Family and Friends of Jim "Swede" Johnson: I am sad to hear of Swede's passing. I am one of the fortunate ones that was privileged to know Jim and call him a friend, That friendship started back in the glory days of playing baseball for the Timblin Lions. Swede was the 1st baseman, and kept the young team members (of which I was one of) focused and on task. It was through his leadership and guidance that we had many successful seasons. As time does to many of us, and the years pass, we don't stay in touch, but I will always cherish the "glory days" and Swede's friendship. May he rest in peace.
Jerry Hallman
February 28, 2025
He was a great friend and we talked almost every day.
I didn´t realize he was not feeling well in the past month or so. I will miss our conversation most days.
Ron Powell
February 27, 2025
To the family of Jim Johnson,
I would like to express my sincere sympathy to the Johnson family formerly of Timblin. My parents, William and Dorothy Powell, my sister Donna, and myself were longtime neighbors of the family. I fondly remember Jim and his brother Pete and the Timblin baseball team. Their mother, Nell, served as my babysitter when I was a young boy. Jim served as the manager of the ball team for several years.
Sincerely,
Ronald Powell
Lorraine Hilliard
February 27, 2025
Sandy, My deepest sympathy to you. I have thought of you both many times through the years. May God comfort and guide you. Lorraine Hilliard
Jodi and Kissy
February 27, 2025
Sandy and family, so very sorry to hear of Jims passing, many memories of him from the Saddle Club, Prayers and hugs if you need anything please call
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