James G. Johnson Sr.

September 12, 1953 - March 28, 2022

James (Jim) Garland Johnson Sr died unexpectedly on Monday, March 28, 2022 at his home. Jim was born on September 12, 1953 in Menomonie, WI to Garland and Mary (Grutt) Johnson. He grew up in Menomonie and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1971. Jim joined the US Air Force in September 1971. He served more than 20 years in many parts of the world. He retired in December 1991 as a Master Sergeant (E-8). After retirement, he returned to the Menomonie Area settling in Cady Township. Jim married Diann (Brant) on July 23, 1976 in Victorville, CA. To this union two children were born, Jim Jr and Jeremie. Jim loved gardening and caring for his lawn, hunting, building model airplanes, and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Jim is survived by his wife Diann; sons Jim Jr (Bonnie) of Lunenburg, MA and Jeremie of Kansas City, MO; and four grandchildren Cody, Matthew, Hagen, and Piper. He is also survived by his father Garland; sisters Bonnie (Rob) Scheel and Cynthia Anderson, and many living nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Johnson, his grandparents Alfred and Grace Grutt and Ed and Olinda Johnson, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A private service is planned for a later date. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie, WI is providing support and assistance to the family.