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Celebrating the life of
Margaret Barnett Johnson
May 22, 1929 - October 07, 2024
Margaret Barnett Johnson died peacefully, in her sleep, at her family home on Isle of Hope on October 7, 2024 . Peggy was born in Birmingham, Alabama on May 22, 1929 , the first child of James Leary Barnett and Margaret Mather Barnett. She was a true Southern lady with effortless manners, timeless beauty, and genuine charm. She embraced both an appreciation for the finer things and a down to earth perspective reflecting her young life during the Great Depression. After attending Mary Baldwin College she moved back to Savannah when she was 20 years old, and married the boy next door, David Twiggs Johnson. She was still madly in love with him 72 years later. David and Peggy enjoyed young blissful years at Isle of Hope raising their two daughters….they shared many happy “dock days” sailing, crabbing, fishing, shrimping and swimming in the river.
After their girls went to college, Peggy and David moved to downtown, Tybee, The Landings and Bluffton, but their favorite place was their small apartment in Paris where they spent 12 glorious years learning to be ‘retired’ and ‘French’. She always said that their 70’s was their best decade!
Peggy loved good food, good conversation, reading, learning, making things clean and beautiful, and being Granny to everyone. She was intelligent, commanding and generous. Her artistic nature allowed for many creative projects, including a collaboration with her granddaughter, Kathryn Curran, writing and publishing a cookbook named “A Collection of So Good Recipes” that was published and sold in 1992. This curated compilation of recipes from family and friends remains the holiday cooking go-to for those lucky enough to own a copy!
She is preceded in death by her precious husband David, her daughter, Carolyn Trosdal, and her granddaughters, Kathryn Twiggs Curran and Margaret Meriwether Curran. She is survived by her daughter Jan (Michael) Curran; son-in-law, Einar Trosdal; bonus daughter, Anne Bone Porter; sister, Janet B. Dixon; sister-in-law, Benita P. Johnson; four grandchildren, Katherine (David) Rosenblum, Storm (Lynn) Trosdal, Richard (Natalee) Trosdal, and Jordan (Chelsie) Curran; 12 great-grandchildren, loving cousins, and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. The family is so grateful for the exceptional care extended to her by Hospice Savannah, her kind caregivers, and her special companion Sharon Wingster.
A family service will be held at Bonaventure cemetery. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be sent to Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah, Ga. 31406.
Dear Jan and Michael, Our hearts, prayers and loving thoughts are with you and your family. With much love, Andee and Michael Harbison
- Andee and Michael Harbison, Fernandina Beach, FL
I am so sorry to hear of Granny's passing. I loved her humor and charm and her wonderful laugh. Prayers to you all.
- Kathy Hoover, Augusta, Ga
Jan and Michael, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your mom sounds like such a fun lady. I will treasure my copy of her and Kathryn's cookbook for many years. Sending love and peace. Sandy and Jack
- Willyerd, Atlanta , Georgia
Very sad to hear, Jan. Dearest sympathy & lots of love.
- JoAnn Risher, South Norwalk, CT
A lovely tribute to a remarkable woman. She is truly resting in peace now. Jeff and I send our love to her dear family.
- Kathleen Brewin Lewis, Atlanta, GA
Jan and Michael, So sorry for your loss. Sending our condolences and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers . Rick & Susie Doyle
- Rick Doyle, Richmond Hill, Ga.
Jan and Michael, I am truly sorry for your loss. Your mother was a beautiful person. Your tribute was lovely. Prayers to you and your family.
- Karen Deal, Richmond Hill, georgia
Jan and Michael, I am truly sorry for your loss. Your mother was a beautiful person. Your tribute was lovely. Prayers to you and your family.
- Karen Deal, Richmond Hill, georgia
Dear Jan and Michael, I will never forget my first meeting and visit with Peggy at a Dixon wedding and her amazing letter that followed. She was everything and more to her family and so many more. You have my deepest sympathies and prayers. Lindy & Robbie
- Robbie and Lindy Harrison, Savannah, GA
Jan and Michael, we send our condolences to you and your family. It is hard to imagine a world without such a fine lady. I treasure the days growing up on IOH with you and you family. Fond memories which with be with us forever. Olin and Sharon
- Olin and Sharon McIntosh, Savannah , Georgia
Jan & Michael We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your mother. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this incredibly difficult time. Your mother was a remarkable person, and her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Your mother’s love and the beautiful memories you shared will always be with you, providing comfort and strength. May you find peace and solace in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Michael & Jill
- Flynn, Savannah, GA
Dear Jan and Michael- I always thought your mother was the prettiest person I had ever seen. Somehow I got invited to their wedding when I was nine years old. I think my sister Josie must have been a bridesmaid. The reception was outside of the big house at Isle of Hope, and it was so much fun! Peggy looked beautiful. Much love, Laura Lawton
- Laura C Lawton, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Services will be annouced at a later date
