Mr. Willie James Johnson passed away peacefully Thursday at Kindred Hospice. He was 74 years of age.

The beloved son of the late Mary Johnson, Mr. Johnson was a native of Columbus who was 1962 graduate of George Washington Carver High School. He was a Vietnam Veteran and was a member of New Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Other than his mother, he was preceded in death by a sister, Flossie Johnson.

Surviving his departure with cherished memories, include his wife, Mrs. Julia Harris Johnson; two step daughters, Minnie Harris and Helen Walker; a step granddaughter, Tamara White; two brothers, Emmett K. Pritchett (Betty) and Eddie Pritchett; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Johnson will be Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at 12 noon at New Mt. Zion Baptist Church with interment in Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery with military honors accorded. Pastor David Dawson will officiate.

Visitation is Tuesday, 2 til 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the family with End of Life Services.