Bill Johnson passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026 in Floresville, Texas at the age of 88. He was born on May 21, 1937 in Pine Creek, West Virginia to loving parents, Retta and Willard Johnson.
Bill grew up in the mountains of West Virginia, a place he held close to his heart. In time, he made his home in Floresville, Texas, where he built a life alongside his beloved wife, Jane Johnson. In their younger years, Bill and Jane shared a love for adventure and the open road, proudly riding together as members of the GWRRA Motorcycle Club. Their travels and experiences created many cherished memories over the years.
Bill was a hardworking man whose kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was also a devoted member of Northview Baptist Church, where his faith remained an important part of his life. His gentle spirit, warm heart, and genuine sincerity touched many lives, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane Johnson; his parents, Retta and Willard Johnson; his son, Marty Johnson; and his aunt and uncle, Sam and Mabel Stevens. He is survived by his sons, Jody Johnson of Floresville, Texas, David (Shari) Johnson, of Grantsville, Bill (Judy) Johnson of Smithville and Daughter Debbie Johnson of Glenville, WV. Bill had numerous cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Memorial service details will be announced soon.
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I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Not just during these times. They are with you all of the time. Stay strong.
Thank You Jason, He was a jewel of fella. I appreciate your prayers!
Just read Jason’s message about Bill Johnson – Billy Joe to us “old folks”. Billy Joe and I grew up together in Grantsville. One of his last trips back home a couple of people asked him if he had seen “Anita Rae”. He asked – “Where is she”? They told him she is in San Antonio. One day I answered the door and there he stood!! We had not seen each other for roughly 73 years and here we lived only 30 miles away from each other for many, many of those years. I am just so grateful that we were able to reconnect after all of this time. We were able to spend some time together and talked or texted each other almost every day. He was such a great guy!! We had planned to make a trip back home together and visit our friends that are still there, but sadly that did not get to happen. The last two weekends, I have lost two good friends from early years – Billy Joe and Dick Jarvis. Thank you for allowing me to reminisce. My condolences to both their families. They will both be sorely missed.
Anita, I am Billy Joe’s daughter in law and he couldn’t wait to tell me about connecting with you again. He spoke of you very fondly and very often when he’d call. Thank you for sharing – Shari Johnson