James W. Johnson
September 6, 1926 - January 28, 2012
JOHNSON – James W. Johnson, 85, passed away Saturday January 28, 2012, at home in Fernandina Beach. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Johnson. Survivors include son Greg Johnson (Lora), Lithia, FL, sister, Marcelene Birdwell, Huntsville, AL, brother, Gary Padgett, Saint Augustine, and 2 grandchildren, Courtney Johnson of Tampa, and Tyler Johnson of Jacksonville. James served in the Navy during WWII and witnessed two atomic test blasts at Bikini Atoll. He worked for Seaboard Coastline Railroad as an electrician for 30 years. James loved to play golf and he loved his church family. Viewing and services will be held Wednesday February 1, 2012 at 10:00 am at First Baptist Church of Callahan services to follow at 11 AM.Burial with military honors in Jones Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.callahanfh.com Arrangements under the direction of Ellis L. McAninch, Jr. Callahan Funeral Home, Inc.
JOHNSON – James W. Johnson, 85, passed away Saturday January 28, 2012, at home in Fernandina Beach. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Johnson. Survivors include son Greg Johnson (Lora), Lithia, FL, sister, Marcelene Birdwell, Huntsville,... View Obituary & Service Information