Jay Edward Johnson's obituary , Passed away on January 30, 2026 in Gilroy, California

Jay Edward Johnson

September 10, 1957 - January 30, 2026 (68 years old)

Gilroy, California

Jay Edward Johnson's obituary , Passed away on January 30, 2026 in Gilroy, California
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Jay Edward Johnson

September 10, 1957 - January 30, 2026 (68 years old)

Gilroy, California

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Jay Edward Johnson Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jay Edward Johnson of Gilroy, California, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 30, 2026 at the age of 68. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jay Edward Johnson to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Jay may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his father Dwayne Johnson. He is survived by: his parent Shirley Johnson; his wife Sharon; his children, Traci and Ryan; his siblings, Janelle and Kevin; and his close friend Bella.



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“Saddened as I just learned of this. As a government regulator I had crossed paths and mutually shared strategies with Jay over the years”


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