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Celebrating the life of
Ernie Gregory Johnson
August 16, 1959 - May 25, 2023
Ernie Gregory Johnson, avid outdoorsman in both profession and hobby, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023 after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.
Ernie was born in Savannah, GA on August 16, 1959. He was a 1977 graduate of Windsor Forest High School. Ernie began a career working with nurseries and landscapes and continued until he retired with his wife, Doris, to Morgan County in 2018. Ernie’s love of the outdoors was born out in his love of hunting and fishing. He was very accomplished in all aspects of hunting and loved to share his knowledge with new hunters.
Ernie was preceded in death by his parents Herbert Johnson and Betty Johnson, and a brother, Steve Johnson.
He is survived by his wife, Doris H. Johnson, her son Brett Harn (Rebecca) and thier child, Archie. His brother Mark Johnson (Maribeth), his sister Lisa Johnson, and numerous cousins, neices, and nephews.
Ernie was a die-hard UGA football fan living through the 1980 championship, all the “almost” years, to finally back-to-back championships. Go Dawgs!
There will be a visitation on Monday, May 29, 2023, from 3:00 - 5:00 at the funeral home
The funeral service will be at 1:00, Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Fox & Weeks Hodgson Chapel with Pastor Cary Oglesby officiating. Interment will follow at Bonaventure Cemetery
I'm so sorry to learn that Ernie lost his battle with cancer. I certainly understand the pain and grief that comes with losing a husband, having lost Gary in April. May time and memories help you and your family with the loss, but encourage you as you move forward in life without your partner. My thoughts are with you, Cindy Johnson
- Cindy Johnson , Savannah , Ga
Ernie was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. Prayers for Doris, Brett, and family.
- James Hill and Family, Savannah, Georgia
Doris, We are so sorry for your loss! Prayers for you and your family! George and Judi Althen
- Althen, Savannah, Georgia
I am very sorry about the loss of Ernie, and I offer my sympathy to Doris, Mark and all of his other relatives and friends. I remember him fondly from my college days when he was still in junior high and high school. He was always an open a friendly person to me when I would visit Mark in their home. I am so glad I was able to visit him after he retired. I know he was a very happy person, enjoyed retirement and was devoted to Doris, Mark and Maribeth. He will be missed.
- Clyde Tucker, Vienna, VA
A candle has been lit!
Doris and family, I am so sorry for your loss! I pray for your strength, comfort, and peace at this extremely difficult time. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
- Lynn Norris Odom, Savannah, GA
Doris, I am so sorry to hear of Ernie’s passing.Always a welcoming smile and a friendly hello at so many gatherings. You are in my prayers. Eternal rest grant unto him, Oh Lord.
- Camille DeLucia, Watkinsville, GA
Doris, Brett, Rebecca, Archie, Amy, Roddy, Mary Carroll and RJ, Thinking of you and keeping you all in our prayers. May God grant Ernie eternal rest and peace.
- Kelly and Alex Hunt and Family, Savannah, GA
Doris, I am so sorry to hear about Ernie. Praying for all of you. Love you!❤️
- Susan Sailer, Lawrenceville, GA
So sorry for your loss. Erie will be missed by all who knew and loved him. You and your precious family are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Gail and Jack Brown, Savanah , Georgia
I remember meeting Ernie when he was in high school and I came to their home in Windsor Forrest to pick up Mark. He was so friendly and had a great sense of humor. He also had a pet rat!! When I came through the front door I accidentally let out James and Sherman the dogs that were escape artists . Besides hunting and fishing Ernie enjoyed baseball , tennis and golf as a spectator sport. He attended the Masters as often as possible. I remember hearing a family story about Mr. Johnson writing a letter to Ernie Johnson the professional baseball player to let him know he had a son named Ernie Johnson who was a very good high school baseball player. My thoughts and prayers are with the Johnson family. Angie Decker Tybee Island, Georgia
- Angie Decker, Tybee Island , Georgia
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 3:00 - 5:00 on Mon, May 29, 2023
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 1:00p.m. on Tue, May 30, 2023
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Burial
- on Tue, May 30, 2023
- Bonaventure Cemetery
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330 Bonaventure Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843