William "Bill" Johnson

Bill Johnson of Pike Road, Alabama passed away on January 2, 2026.

Bill was born May 24, 1954, in Tuskegee, Alabama to parents Walter Brinkley Johnson and Mary Jo Renn Johnson.

He cherished his memories of growing up in Tuskegee. After going to Macon Academy, he spent his career in the grocery business and retired from Winn Dixie after 35 years. He held hard work and honesty in high regard. He was a really sweet and caring guy. He had a deep love for animals and enjoyed traveling to Pine Mountain, Georgia, as well as to the beach. He loved taking joyrides with any dog that was around. He was an avid music listener, he truly enjoyed The Eagles, Bob Seger and the band Alabama.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Amy Johnson; brothers: Michael Johnson and Johnny (Stacey) Johnson; sister, Judy Smith; niece, Stacy Johnson; great-niece, Destiny Bartlett.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Brinkley and Mary Jo Renn Johnson; brothers in law, Mabrey Smith and Ray Smith; nephew, Derrick Johnson.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home. A visitation will begin at 1:30 preceding the service time. Pastor Tim Thompson will be officiating the service. Pastor Rick Lane will be providing music.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Elmore County Humane Society.  https://www.elmorehumane.org/donation-in-honor-memory.html 

Send donation acknowledgement to 

Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home

Attn: Family of Bill Johnson

1500 Frederick Road

Opelika, Alabama, 36801.