James Hampton Johnson, 73, went to be with his Lord and Savior after a long battle with cancer on Monday, November 8, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 15, 1948 in Horry County, a son of the late Charles Vander and Lucille Sarvis Johnson.

He was also predeceased by his sister, Betty Poole.

James was a wonderful and loving husband, father, brother and friend. For forty-three years, he was Ms. Connie's rock. He retired from Myrtle Beach City after thirty years of service and was also an Army Veteran. He was an avid Gamecock fan. There were many things he enjoyed in life, but most of all, playing penny poker with his siblings, golfing and being on the Waccamaw River.

Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife of forty-three years, Connie Alford Johnson; children, James V. Johnson (Lauren) and Brent F. Johnson; siblings, Charlie "David" Johnson and Linda Rankin (Harold); special nephew, Charles Glen Brown and many other family and friends who will miss him.

A Memorial Service will be held 5pm Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Watson Funeral Services Chapel with Andrew Fox officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Grand Strand Humane Society, 3241 Mr. Joe White Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.

Please sign guestbook at watsonfuneralservices.com.

Watson Funeral Services and Crematory, 2300 Hwy 378, Conway, SC is serving the family.