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Billy Jim Johnson

03/21/1955 - 10/26/2023

Obituary For Billy Jim Johnson

Mr. Billy Jim Johnson, 68, of Phenix City, AL passed Thursday, October 26, 2023 in Newnan, GA.

Graveside service will be held 10:30 a.m. EST, Friday, November 3, 2023 at Lakeview Memory Garden, Phenix City, AL with Elder Ben Matthews, eulogist. Visitation is Thursday, November 2, 2023 from 2:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. EST.

Mr. Billy Johnson was born March 21, 1955 in Columbus, GA. He was the son of the late Molly Upshaw.

He was a faithful member of the Phenix City West Congregation of Jehovah Witnesses where he served as a Elder. He retired from the River Center of Performing Arts.

Billy had a zest for life and enjoyed studying the bible and telling others about Jehovah's promise. Billy had a smile that was so affectionate that it would light up the whole room. He passed on to his children the gift of laughter and most importantly to have appreciation for Jehovah God and family.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Tony Green and Thomas Upshaw.

He leaves to cherish his memories a loving and dedicated wife of 42 years, Joann Johnson; one son, Jared (Melissa) Johnson; one daughter, Ashley (Timothy) Moffett, both of Phenix City, AL; eight grandchildren, two special cousins, Lovenia Gross and Gregory Johnson; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.


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it's been 1 year now i still miss you! ._kiyah

Dear Family, My condolences and prayers goes out to you all. Billy was such a kind and sweet person ! He will surely be missed.Family stay strong! Rest in Peace Billy !!! 🙏🏾 Christine Curtis- Dixon Augusta , Georgia

Navy blue was my grandad favorite color we would laugh and joke around sometimes and his favorite movie was the lion king and I will see him in the new world luvv youu Granda.🕊️💔

.-kiyah.😗🥰

My grandad was the happiest person that i knew.He was funny and always found a way to make me laugh. Anytime i needed advice on how to do things he was always open to talk. He'd called me his skinny minny every time he saw me. I'm gonna miss him so much 🩷& i love him with all my heart. Love Jalaya

My condolences with prayers of comfort and peace for Billy's family.

Marie Jackson Cliatt

I met Billy at Carver High & he & I became such good friends that he was in my 1st marriage. He was a good soul, who had a great smile.. We will surely miss him & his friendship!! Rest In Heaven Billy.. Juanita (Payne) Greene-(John)

The last time we worked together was October 2, 2023 at the Rivercenter and as usual we hugged and shared a joke. Billy never met a stranger. He worked for awhile with us at Kinetic Credit Union, as did Ashley. He is already missed. My heart breaks for his family. Billy was a loveable person. Sending hugs, prayers and love to his family. Wanda Rutledge

Rest easy Mr. Billy. It was a pleasure to work with you at the River Center. My prayers to your family. Katrina Hudson

Rest easy Mr. Billy. It was a pleasure to work with you at the River Center. My prayers to your family.

I met Billy when I started working at WTVM. He always lit up the room with his smile and positive outlook. After he left I found out we live just blocks away. Whenever I visited the River Center, he was the face I looked for. May you rest in eternal peace. -Angela Peterson

We volunteered at the RiverCenter and worked with Billy for over 15 years. He always had a big smile and great to work with. Praying for his wife and family during these difficult days. Carl and Pat Burell

Billy was a sweet, wonderful man. He always had a smile and was a good friend. We worked together both at WTVM and RiverCenter for many years. Sending love, condolences and prayers to his wife, JoAnne and family. May God comfort you at this sad parting. Billy will be missed by all who knew him. Pat Phillips

I worked with Billy at RiverCenter for several years. He was a great guy and friend. Praying for his family, for God to bless and comfort them during this time of sorrow. Fred Van Horn

Prayers to Billy's family. I enjoyed seeing your smiling face when we worked at WTVM and then at the Rivercenter.

Keeping Billy's family in my thoughts and prayers during this time. He will be missed. Mary Bass former coworker at WTVM and RIvercenter

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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