James C. 'Jim' Johnson

Nikiski resident James C. "Jim" Johnson died Saturday, Jan. 6, 2001, at Central Peninsula General Hospital in Soldotna. He was 53.

Memorial services were held Jan. 13, 2001, at North Star United Methodist Church in Nikiski. Pastor John Henry officiated.

Mr. Johnson was born Dec. 1, 1947, in Sacramento, Calif., where he was raised and educated. He had worked as a route driver, truck driver and security officer for delivery services. He moved to Alaska in July 2000. While in Alaska, he worked at Big Kmart and as a security officer for Agrium.

Mr. Johnson was a member of the Methodist faith. He was a championship pool player and professional trumpet player. He enjoyed GTO race cars and playing pool.

Mr. Johnson is survived by brothers Vaughn of Nikiski and Carl of Sacramento; and nephews Vaughn and Jake.

Memorial donations may be made to North Star United Methodist Church in Nikiski.

Arrangements were made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel.