Jack A. Johnson

May 18, 1939 - November 30, 2016

Jack Allen Johnson, 77, born May 18, 1939, passed away on November 30, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Our hearts are broken at the sudden loss of our much loved patriarch. Jack lived in Live Oak for most of his life, proudly enlisting in the United States Navy directly after finishing high school. It was during his Navy years that he married the love of his life, Audrey Pomeroy Johnson, and they began a family. After the military, he went on to earn his Commercial pilot's license, only to later decide to go back to Chico State University where he graduated with a Master's Degree in Computer Science. As a Computer Analyst, he had to travel often for his job, which was something he never cared for, as home with his family was always his favorite place to be. Jack was a very private man with a keen intelligence, a quick wit and a direct way of speaking his mind. His many talents included designing and building our family home as well as his abilities as an artist that few people were ever privy to. Dad never wavered from the devotion and loyalty he gave so freely to his family. We are forever touched by his great love. Jack is survived by his loving wife of almost 56 years, Audrey; and their 4 children: Minden, Jack Aaron, Ben (Tomoko) and Kimberly (Stephen). Especially dear to him were his 10 grandchildren: Jennifer, Ashley, Jared, Mackenzi, Micah, Tyrone, Gavin, Christian, Hunter and William. He was preceded in death by his parents, C.B. and Violet Johnson, as well as his sisters, Ruth and Ruby Joice. A private graveside memorial will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at 12:00 pm in the Live Oak Cemetery.