James William Johnsen

Jim was born in Richmond, California on October 7, 1944, the son of the late LaVonne and E. B. Johnsen. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Glenna Johnsen, and four sons: Reverend Dr. Jeff Johnsen (Kristi), Gregg Johnsen, Doug Johnsen (Jackie), and Eric Johnsen. Fourteen precious grandchildren adored him, and will carry on his legacy. He is also survived by his sister, Patti Essic (Aaron).

Jim and his dad started Clemmons Carpet in 1970. It continues, after fifty years, to be an important part of the community. He was a man of integrity, and treated customers and employees alike with respect. His life was lived with a peace of mind and joy. He and Glenna enjoyed traveling with several flooring companies and developed friendships and wonderful memories through the years. They had visited 47 states.

Golf and bridge were his favorite hobbies. He enjoyed the camaraderie and competition, and being outside on a sunny day with his golf buddies was about as good as it gets. He was proud of his three holes in one and he had the scorecards from when he shot his age. Over forty years ago, four men from Old Meadowbrook started a bridge group, meeting once a month rotating homes. Every morning Jim and Glenna discussed how each of us would have played the contract bridge game that was in the paper.

While the boys were growing up, he coached at Southwest Forsyth Little League and was President of Clemmons Cougar Basketball. Jim was a mentor to numerous young people, and often one would come to visit the store and tell what an influence he had been on their lives. Jim was an avid Wake Forest Demon Deacon fan who loved attending the basketball and football games with family and friends since the 1970’s. He and his family were members of Clemmons United Methodist Church.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, February 4th at 11:00am at Clemmons United Methodist Church. Please wear a mask!

In lieu of flowers, memorials donations can be made to: Davie Co. EMS, 114D. Slate Drive, Mocksville, NC 27028, Methodist Men’s Scholarship Fund Clemmons UMC at Clemmons UMC, 3700 Clemmons Rd. Clemmons, NC 27012, Mount Pisgah UMC, 2600 Pisgah Church Road, Greensboro, NC 27455.