J.A. (Jay) Johnson age 91 of Hico, Texas was born April 27, 1921, and raised in San Saba County to parents Ira Alfonzo and Ola Mae Johnson. Jay passed away in Hamilton, Texas January 28, 2013. Jay moved to Hico, Texas in 1981 becoming a farmer and rancher until his retirement and was a member of the First Baptist Church, Hico, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Ola Mae Johnson and wife, Mary Louise Johnson. Jay is survived by many family members and friends. Visitation is 10 a.m. to 12 noon, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at Harvest Hills Funeral Home, Hico, Texas. Graveside Services 2:00p.m., Wednesday, January 30, 2013, Harmony Ridge Cemetery, San Saba, Texas.