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Jim JOHNSON Obituary
Our beloved husband, father, papa, son, brother, and friend, Jim Johnson, is now in the arms of his Lord Jesus Christ following his unexpected death on March 31, 2025. His joy is complete though our loss is painful.
Jim was born December 28, 1960, to Dennis and Wilma Johnson in Spokane, Washington. He attended Shadle Park High School, followed by serving in the Navy and 28 years in the Washington Air National Guard 141st ARW, retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant. His career involved traveling all over the world and serving in both combat and peacetime capacities. Jim later worked at Providence Hospital.
Jim enjoyed family time. He loved summers at Deer Lake and Lake Roosevelt, where he enjoyed the sport of fishing and patiently endured the anti-sport of 'untangling' (fishing with young children). Jim also enjoyed grilling, hunting, kayaking, RV camping, skiing, and traveling. Jim excelled at anything mechanical. He could fix ANYTHING and was blessed with a family that could break EVERYTHING.
Jim's wife, five children, and his granddaughter were his greatest joys. He continually prayed for each one, was proud of their accomplishments, and enjoyed their unique personalities. He loved his mom and his sisters deeply and missed his dad. He loved his extended Long Family relatives, where he traded gibes and jokes with relish and reciprocity!
God's Word was Jim's comfort and his tutor. He cherished its promises of God's love and evidence of God's goodness. His faith grew exponentially in recent years as he participated in Chattaroy Church Awana, Be1 Make1, and the Calvary Spokane Men's Bible Study.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Dennis; and is survived by his wife, Lisa; and children, Bekkah and granddaughter, Paislee, Theia aka Beth, Lainy, Zeph, and Zac (Bethany); by his mother, Wilma; and sisters, Jean, Judy (Dave), Joan (Greg), and Jill. Jim left behind numerous nieces and nephews, many Christian brothers (who meant the world to him), and innumerable friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to savedbygracedave.com. All who knew Jim are invited to a Celebration of Life Service and reception on Monday, April 21, 2pm, at Calvary Spokane, 511 W. Hastings Road.
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Shadle Park Class of 80
April 23, 2025
Remembering our classmate from the Shadle Class of 1980
Jon Gaddis
April 21, 2025
I was fairly new to Calvary Spokane when I first met Jim at the men´s Bible study on Tuesday night and now I feel guilty for not having to keep going back and for being so distant he always sat at my table very opinionated about the Bible and I was learning so much from him and yet I left And didn´t get to say goodbye. Something that I have to live with.
Judy Hamilton
April 21, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judy Hamilton
April 21, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judy Hamilton
Judy Hamilton
April 21, 2025
Dear Lisa,
My heart and prayers go out to you. Any time you need to talk I am there. My kids lost there dad less then 2 years ago. It is tough on them but they are doing much better.
Grief Share is a great book to help you all.
Sister in Christ.
Judy Hamilton
Rachel Christie
April 18, 2025
Lisa and family, our deepest condolences to each of you as you endure. One day you will meet again, at the feet of Jesus. Blessings to you all.
Allen Bingham
April 17, 2025
Jim helped us learn fishing at Eloika Lake. Was a friend in our church. Cared for our kids when we had to leave suddenly for a funeral. Always kind and caring to our family. I know he will be missed.
Darin Dassow
April 15, 2025
Fly hi my friend, fellow soldier patriot!
Timmy England
April 14, 2025
Such a good man and good friend. God speed Jimmy
Deanna Stewart
April 14, 2025
Lisa, Praying for you and the family for the peace that passes understanding. So sorry for your sudden loss!
Todd Halvorson
April 14, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Shocked when I heard this. Jim was a good man and Friend.
Thaughts and prayers.
K
April 14, 2025
Thank you for your service Sir.
Jeannie Johnson
April 13, 2025
Sincere condolences to the family. We only met Jim a few times but could tell Jim was a great man. I am sure he was welcomed to heaven by his Dad and Aunts and Uncles. Hugs and love during this difficult time. Love Aunt Jeannie Johnson
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