Mrs. Mary Ann Spencer-Love Johnson, age 86 of Ball Ground, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026.

Mrs. Johnson was born on January 27th, 1940, in Magnolia, Mississippi, to the late Robert Spencer and the late Elsie Dykes Spencer. She was a kind and caring lady who enjoyed the simple things in life and treasured the people around her.

Mrs. Johnson loved to thrift shop and always enjoyed the excitement of finding something special. She also loved to cook and found great joy in preparing meals and sharing them with others. More than anything, she enjoyed spending time with her friends, visiting, laughing, and making memories together.

One of Mrs. Johnson’s favorite places was the Ball Ground Senior Center. She looked forward to the fellowship, activities, and friendships she enjoyed there. The Senior Center became a special part of her life and provided her with many wonderful memories and lasting friendships.

Mrs. Johnson will be remembered for her friendly spirit, caring heart, and love for others. She had a special way of enjoying life’s everyday moments, whether she was shopping, cooking a favorite meal, or simply sitting and visiting with a friend. Her life was enriched by the many friendships she made along the way, and her memory will continue to be cherished by all those who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Johnson is preceded in death by her loving husband, Mr. Bill Johnson, and son, Mark Johnson.

She is survived by her two sons and daughters-in-law, Steve (Kelly) Johnson of Chatsworth, GA, and David (Jane) Johnson of Canton, GA; two half-brothers, Ronnie Spencer and Randy Spencer; 8 grandchildren, Jessica (Brian) Barton, Kirbi (Michael) Smith, Kristopher Johnson, Kasey (Shannon) Prather, Michael (Angel) Henderson, Christopher Henderson, Sarah Johnson, and Joshua Grayson.

Private Graveside Services to honor the life of Mrs. Johnson will be held at the Ellijay City Cemetery with Minister Butch Jones officiating. Pallbearers will be: Brian Barton, Kristopher Johnson, David Johnson, and Steve Johnson.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 16th, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of food and flowers, the family respectfully asks that memorial contributions may be made to the Ball Ground Senior Center @ 79 Field Stone Circle, Jasper, GA 30143 or a charity of our choice in memory of Mrs. Mary Ann Johnson.

Bernhardt Funeral Home of Ellijay, GA is entrusted with these arrangements.