Sammy Johnson Obituary
We announce the death of Sammy Johnson of Statesboro, Georgia, who passed away on June 10, 2026, at the age of 76. Sammy will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Sammy Johnson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Grady Johnson and Lottie Johnson; and his siblings, Gary Johnson and Jacqueline Varnell. He is survived by: his wife Mary Johnson; his children, Heather Wayne (Jon), Christy Aldrich, Amy Weiser, Kelly Miller (Chris), Ginger Johnson and Tucker Hall; his sister Terry Joyner (Terry); his brother-in-law Ricky Varnell; and his close friends, Landrum Hodges and Edward Hitt. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, several beloved nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to The Georgia Southern Athletics Foundation designated for football, P O Box 8115, Statesboro, Georgia 30460.
