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Roy Johnson Obituary

Roy Rodman Johnson, a beloved father, grandfather and friend passed away on March 22, 2025 at the age of 83 years old in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He was born on December 15, 1941 in Jacksonville, Illinois. He had a successful career as a Professional Engineer building power plants and retired early and enjoyed life. He is survived by his loving son, Roy Johnson II a.k.a RJ (wife Holly), daughter, Heather Johnson-Dunnings (husband Jonathan Dunnings), grandsons, Seantay, Zane and Payton., and sister, Joan Wright and other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy William Johnson and Ethel Mae Johnson (nee Winningham), brother, Gary Johnson and sister Veronica Ringer. Roy was also survived by other family members and dear friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday March 25, 2025 in South Carolina. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am, visitation will be from 12:00pm-2:00pm followed by a service at 2:00pm at McMillan-Small Funeral Home located at 910 67th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC with Rev. Joel McMakin officiating. A private burial will be held at Memorial Lawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, IL. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is assisting the family with arrangements in Illinois. Condolences may be left online at buchanancody.com. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Roy Rodman Johnson, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

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Published by WGEM on Apr. 3, 2025.

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Susan Hardin

March 25, 2025

We both share so many wonderful memories of our friendship with Roy and family since he moved to Yaupon Beach about 1990!
Our prayers go out to RJ, Heather,
Joanne and all the family.
You will all remain in our prayers as Roy will remain in our hearts.
Susan & Ed Hardin

Greg Wright

March 25, 2025

My Uncle Roy was one of the most important people in my life growing up as a young man. He played an important role in who I am to this day. He welcomed me into his family when I was just 18 years old after he got me in the labor Union in Michigan to work and save money for college. He always treated me with love and respect. You will be dearly missed Roy.

Jo Wright

March 25, 2025

I was very close to Roy from the day he was born to the day he passed away. Being the oldest, I spent time caring for both of my younger brother's, Roy and Gary, while our parents worked hard building their businesses. I believe this time together when they were so young, strengthened our lifelong relationships. I am working through the suddenness and sadness of Roy being gone and I feel blessed having had him in my life.

Sherry Wright

March 24, 2025

When I think of my Uncle Roy, I can't help but smile. Yes it's harder right now, but I still can. So many great memories. He was an amazing human being ... a wonderful Father, brother, son and Uncle. He was a shining example of how to live one's life ... work hard, take care of the people you love and make sure to have fun along the way. For Roy, life was about living it to the fullest. It does my heart good knowing that he knew just how much I loved him. I am going to miss him so much, until the next time I see him.

Jo Wright

March 24, 2025

My brother enjoyed picking me up ... maybe because he was once smaller than me. :)

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Jo & Sherry Wright

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Sherry Wright

March 24, 2025

Jo Wright & her beloved brother Roy Johnson ~

Greg Wright

March 24, 2025

Gary, Ken and Roy, Roy and Family

Denise and David Bopp

March 24, 2025

RJ, Holly and Heather,
Our sincerest sympathies in the loss of your father. We enjoyed his friendship and had a lot of good times together here at the beach. He was loved and will be missed by us greatly. May God console y'all at this difficult time. Love, Denise and David Bopp

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Stacie (Deuscher) Schell

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Joy Bocks

March 23, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you. Prayers for comfort for the family.

Stacie (Deuscher) Schell

March 23, 2025

Dear Glenda, RJ, and Heather,
I have so many wonderful memories of your dad and family from when you lived in Bay City! Thank you for sharing your dad with me. He was like a second dad to me during that time. Hugs and peace to all of you! Stacie

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