of Lexa, AR
August 24, 1941 - March 13, 2025
Georgia Grace Johnston, 83, went to her Heavenly home on Thursday, March 13, 2025 in Helena, Arkansas. She was born on Sunday, August 24, 1941 in Marvell, Arkansas to the late Joe and Ittie Barnes. Georgia was a member of the Lexa Baptist Church and worked part time for some years as a postmaster in Turner, Arkansas. Beyond that she spent her time raising her four children.
She is survived by her beloved husband of sixty-four years and nine months, Johnny Johnston; four sons, Randy Johnston (Deb), Steve Johnston (Kim), Mark Johnston (Jeni) and Joseph Johnston; grandchildren, Adam Johnston, Lance Johnston, Lindsey Sbravati, Noah Johnston, Mollie Lewis, Jillian Lewis, Katie Sullivan, Kyle Johnston, Cale Johnston, Dallas Johnston, Jacob Johnston, Cole Johnston and Owen Johnston; a host of great-grandchildren and sister, Carolyn Webb.
Georgia is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Ittie Barnes; several siblings and one grandson, Justin Johnston.
Serving as pallbearers are Donnie Bentley, Jerry James, Curtis Rohrscheib and Rudy Weaver.
A visitation for Georgia will be held on Sunday, March 16, 2025 from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena, Arkansas. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the Lexa Baptist Church in Lexa, Arkansas. Interment will follow at Central Cemetery in Lexa, Arkansas. Brother Nathan Perry will officiate.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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13 Condolence(s)
Debi Tolar Rhodes
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Johnny, Steve, Randy, Mark and Joey: I am just heartsick for you all over the loss of your mom. I will always have special memories of her as she was one of the best friends my mom could have. I always held a special place in my heart for her. I pray God gives you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Love to you all, Debi
Mary Gladys Pyron Lorenz
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
We hadn’t seen each other for many years but cousins always. My prayers are with all of the family.
Bonnie Mallard Youngblood
Monday, March 17, 2025
My heartfelt condolences for the family. Ms Georgia was always a sweetheart to me.
Duane and Jean Forsyth
Sunday, March 16, 2025
She will be missed by all of us,always had a big smile, Love to all the family
Lettie ford
Saturday, March 15, 2025
I sure did love this lady so glad I got to be a part of her life these last 12 years such a southern gem! Prayers for all the family!
Kathy Snyder
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Mrs. Georgia has always been a dear, sweet lady. She will be missed by many.
Mildred Rimmer McClain
Saturday, March 15, 2025
SO SORRY TO HEAR TO HEAR ABOUT GEORGIA SHE WAS MY COUSIN MY PRAYERS AND AND LOVE ARE WITH HER FAMILY LOVE MILDRED
Jerry Williams
Saturday, March 15, 2025
My thoughts and prayers for Johnny and all the family.
Danny & Roxie Wilson
Saturday, March 15, 2025
She was a sweetheart. Always had a kind word and smile. Prayers and hugs for all of you.
Danny & Roxie
Mary Jane Mullins Ervin
Friday, March 14, 2025
Steve and Kim…my prayers are with ya’ll!! God bless
Linda Schaffhauser
Friday, March 14, 2025
So sorry for Johnny Jr. & all of you. It's times like this that I wish I still lived closer so I could be there for our family. Love & prayers , . Linda Schaffhauser
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Friday, March 14, 2025
My prayers are with you Johnny, Boys and families ! Georgia will be missed by everyone that was blessed to have her in their life, and I am so glad she was in mine. I love you all, Billie Sue
Diane Chism Karr
Friday, March 14, 2025
Peace be with you.