Gearldean Hamilton Johnson, 89, took her rest on October 7, 2025.
Mrs. Geraldean Hamilton Johnson was born September 1, 1936, to Loony Hamilton and Cora Hamilton Finn. She attended D.A. Smith High School and later worked at White Night Manufacturing Company. After leaving the company, she enjoyed being a stay-at-home mother and grandmother. She married the love of her life, Norris Lee Johnson, on September 17, 1973, and they shared a loving marriage for more than five decades. Geraldean was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved sewing, cooking, and caring for her family. A woman of strong faith, she attended First Bryan Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter Vivian Hamilton McLeod; grandson Ronald Hamilton Jr.; her best friend Stella Wilson; and siblings Mary Jean Clayton, Nell
Hamilton, Muriel Shipman, Abigail McClendon, Baby Hamilton, Paul Finn, Frank Finn, Theodore Finn, Willie James Finn, and Jimmy Finn.
She leaves to cherish her memory: her loving husband Norris Lee Johnson; her son Ronald Hamilton Sr.; bonus daughter Shann Thomas (and husband Kenny); son-in-law Norman McLeod (Vivian); grandchildren Wayne McLeod (and wife Lisa), Sharieka Ryans (and husband Terrence), Jamal McLeod (and wife Krystal), Adrian Thomas, Kalista Thomas, and Joshua Thomas; a host of
great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss her dearly.
A service to honor her life will be held Friday October 17, 2025, at 1 o’clock PM, at Families First Funeral Care Chapel. 1328 Dean Forest Road, Savannah, GA, 31405.
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Hildreth Stuckey
I’m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of someone who I have known most of my life. She was one of the kindest people I’ve ever known. Even though she was a few years older, she always took the time to guide and encourage me when I was younger. I always looked up to her.
What I’ll remember most is her beautiful smile and the way she carried herself. She never changed, always kind, always genuine. I’m so sorry I can’t be at the funeral today, but my heart is with her family, friends, and everyone who was lucky enough to know her.
Rest in peace Mrs. Geraldean Hamilton Johnson, you’ll always be remembered with love.
Kimberly Washington
I love u, Aunt Geraldean. My heart and love goes out to the family.
Pamela F Newman
My Heart Is Truly Sadden. Geraldine Was A Classmate And Best Friend Of My Mother Estelle McLeod Newman Who Died March 6, 2025. Geraldine Daughter, Vivian Hamilton McLeod Was My Best Friend In School And Throughout Her Life And Was Married To My Cousin Norman McLeod. Geraldine Was My God Mother And Just Like My Mom They Loved To Cook, Talk And Sew. To Norris, Ronald And The Entire Family Our Beloved Geraldine Hamilton Johnson Is Now Resting In The Loving Arms Of Our Savior,, Jesus Christ, Amen…Gone But Never Forgotten ❤️😇🙏Pamela F. Newman Ozark Alabama
RON HAMILTON
Thank you!!
Georgia Benton
I remember Sis. Johnson well. My condolences to the family.
Georgia W. Benton
Khristi Chisholm
Extending our sympathy to the family of Sis. Johnson. I remember her from First Bryan Baptist Church. She had great advice for me as a newly married woman that I still use. May her soul rest in paradise with our Savior Christ Jesus.
Deacon Eltoria and Deaconess Khristi Chisholm
Sheri Bennett
Mt condolences to the family. I loved this woman dearly. Shayne and I are praying for you all.