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James Johnston

October 29, 1973 - May 31, 2008

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Posted by:
Karen

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

Jimmy was my nephew and will always hold a special place in my heart. I remember when he was born, he was named after his Uncle Jimmy Paul Long, who had passed away a short time before Jim was born. As a toddler, he used to spend a lot of time with us when we lived down the hill from the Catholic Church and later out at Valle Lake. Jimmy was just a few months older than our daughter, Nicci. The thing I remember most about Jimmy at that time were his great big, beautiful, blonde curls, bright blue eyes, and his dirty feet. He was always barefooted. His Grandmother, Zelma Long always said Jimmy looked just like her Billy when he was a baby. Time flies- years spin; we moved away. A couple of years ago, Jimmy came down to help Uncle Bill at the lake. He needed help with a dock walk way. Jim rounded up a couple of friends and cousin, Mike. At one point, Jim fell through the walk way, pulled himself up and just like a bull, kept on working. Uncle Bill always said Jim was a good worker. He could work hard and he could play hard. We took some great photos of him playing on the water at the lake that weekend. This past Memorial Weekend he showed up with cousin Mike and a couple of friends. The cousins popped tents and had a wonderful weekend. He spoke to me and Uncle Bill of his Grandma and Grandpa Long and how they had loved the lake and how many good times he had spent there. He said he was so grateful to Grandma and Grandpa Long for what they had done for him and his cousins. Before he left for home, he gave me a big hug and told me he loved me. Who would have dreamed it would be the last one? Rest in peace Jim.

Posted by:
Nicci Cashman

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

Jimmy was my cousin. Even though I moved away a long time ago, I still think of all my cousins often. I have 3 young sons of my own now and sometimes when I'm watching them play and get all dirty I think back to when it was all of us doing the same. I was so glad to get to visit with Jimmy over the holiday weekend, every time he would walk by me I would get a hug and a "Hey Cuz". My husband Rob even said cousin Jimmy must sure like you! As I look back on last weekend I realize that me, my sister, Jimmy, Michael, and all my other cousins had become our parents getting to sit around the lake watching the children that we used to be swim, fish, and play until someone would finally make us go to bed. I'm glad Jimmy got to have one more of those weekends. Rest in peace I love you Cuz.

Posted by:
theresa murphy

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

days may go bye one bye one ..but thoughts of you will always be in mind...you will always be remebered in pray and thoughts....

Posted by:
chelsie singleton

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

ok so i dont really know how to start jimmy was my dad we werent very close and trust me i regret it.i know that he loved me no matter how his and my relationhip had to end...i always here good things about him and i kinda remember things from when i was little but not much and thats hard..jimmy and me had a huge argument the last time we seen eachother about 10 months ago but i never thought it would be the last thing that we said to eachother iknow we both said things we dont mean and just said it in the heat of the moment.but i regret everythin i said to him i told him i hated him and that had to be the last thing i said to him and honestly i dont hate him i was just frustrated and angry and hurt most of all...but i did love him and it really hurts me to know that when i get older and decided to have kids or get married he wont be able to physically be here for any of it but i know that i have him lookin over me now its just gonna be hard to deal with never seein him again and never gettin the chance to say sorry to him...so jimmy i am sorry for everything and i know ur sorry so if u accept my sorry i will accept urs....i love u and always will i promise i will never forget u.......

Posted by:
Mark Thompson

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

What a amazing person. A true down home good ol' boy. Not only was he a great friend, but also a brother figure to me and my silbings. i will miss you terribly Jimmy. See you on the other side.

Posted by:
VICKIE BARTON

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

ANGIE AND RICK, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU,ANGIE I LOVE YOU AND WISH I COULD BE THERE. I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH I FEEL I SHOULD BE THERE FOR YOU.MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND OUR FAMILY. LOTS OF HUGS VICKIE BARTON POSSUM M7

Posted by:
Terry Arnette

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at the time of their loss. May God be with you.

Posted by:
Morgan Ponder

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

wow were to start... uncle jimmy u were the best uncle any one could ask for i love u with all my heart! i cant wait to meet you on the other side i love you 4 ever and on

Posted by:
Diana Northcutt (Hall)

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

Ohh where to start. You know how we were. I know you are probably looking down on me now thinking....IS SHE CRYING?? As you always said I was the bad &^%$%. Yes, Jim Bob, I am so so very sad. You were one of the truest friends I have ever had, and now your gone. Through all of the good and the bad, we have been friends. I am going to miss you so much, not even words can explain. Ya know lil bit started talking of the shaggin' wagon, and the old times at 47, I had to burst out with the laughs. I PROMISE YOU I will take great care of your babies, Rufus & Jet, they are in good hands. Oh, and guess what Jim Bob, I seen your baby girl. WOW>>>>>>she sure is BEAUTIFUL!!! I know how proud you are of her. Well, I wished I could sit and go on and on and tell you about all of the great memories I have of you, but there just is not enough room!!! I love ya bud, and I will see ya soon. Diana

Posted by:
Marilyn Green

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

Angie & Rick, I am so sorry that we didn't make it to the funeral home but I had a meeting to go to. You are all in our prayers. God Bless you and your family. Love, Denny & Marilyn

Posted by:
Kendra Recar

Posted on:
May 31, 2008

"uncle" Jimmy. I hardly ever got to see, or talk to you. but when i did, i had a BLAST! you're a great person to be around and you always will be. And i had a great time with you at the lake for the last time. and i will see you soon. you're in a better place now. and you don't have to suffer anymore.