Billy Bob Johnson Sr.

Billy Bob Johnson, Sr., 73, of Marietta, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2010. Funeral service will be held Monday, November 8, 2 pm at Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home in Kennesaw with Rev. Richard S.Green officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Ridge Memorial Park in Kennesaw.

A native Georgian, Mr. Johnson resided for his entire life in Marietta. He was a 1955 graduate of Sprayberry High School and he would still attend monthly luncheons with his classmates. During his professional career he was employed as Sales and Distribution Consultant with Cameron & Barkley and had retired after 28 years. Mr. Johnson’s career as a Sales and Distribution Consultant spanned over 50 years. He was a true family man and was loved by his family very much who will cherish his memory. A very devoted neighbor and friend, he stayed active all his life and was well respected by his peers. Mr. Johnson was predeceased by his Brother, Jack Johnson and his Parents, Johnnie and Mattie Johnson.

Surviving are his Wife, Linda Sue Johnson of Marietta; Sons, Billy Bob Johnson, II of Marietta, Michael Edward Johnson and his Wife Stephanie of Warrenton, VA; Daughter, Susan Leigh Egbert and her Husband David of Kennesaw; Sister in law, Barbara Johnson of Roswell. He also relished being with his Grandchildren who also survive him, Granddaughters, Anastasia Johnson and Jordan Wright, Grandson, Justin Wright. Several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

The family will receive friends Sunday, November 7, from 4pm to 7pm at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the Family has requested donations be made to the Humane Society of Cobb County, www.humanecobb.com.