Pocahontas, AR - Geneva Christine Cox Johnson, 74, passed away August 3, 2016, Huntsville, AL. Born April 14, 1942 in Piggott, Arkansas to the late W.H. "Baldy" Cox and Altie Marie Cox. She is preceded in death by her parents and son Michael Cox Johnson. She is survived by her husband of fifty two years, John Dee Johnson; two sons, Dr. John Dee, Jr. (Kim) of Huntsville, AL and Mark Christopher (Tracey) of Birmingham, AL; six grandchildren, Katelyn Renee, William Michael, Laura Christian, Emory Brennis, Elizabeth Marie and John Dee, III; one brother William Grigg Cox (Tafnee) of Pocahontas, AR. Chris attended Pocahontas High School, and the First Freewill Baptist College in Nashville, TN. She was a faithful Christian woman always ready to serve others. She devoted her life to supporting and loving her husband and children in all they did. For over 12 years, she was a daily care giver to her mother. Mamaw never met a stranger and everyone she came in contact with was treated like family. Visits to her house were always fun and full of adventure as she cooked, entertained and cared for everyone. She was completely devoted to John, her beloved husband, whether as his business partner, travel companion or golf buddy. Their marriage was full of love, patience and compassion. She departed this life for her Heavenly home leaving behind a family that will always cherish her, and to all that knew her she left memories of a brighter world. Her courage and amazing optimism throughout her life was a vivid demonstration of her faith. The family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors and many friends for their expression of love, compassion, encouragement and especially for their continual prayers throughout her struggle the past fourteen months. Visitation will be Monday, August 8 from 5:00-7:00pm at McNabb Funeral Home in Pocahontas, Arkansas. The funeral service will be Tuesday, August 9 at 11am in the chapel of the McNabb Funeral Home in Pocahontas, AR with Reverend Nelson Henderson of Pocahontas and Reverend Ron Madison of Huntsville, AL officiating. A graveside service, conducted by Shelton Funeral Home of Decatur, AL, for family and friends will follow at The Roselawn Cemetery in Decatur, AL on Wednesday, August 10 at 4pm with the Reverend Ron Madison assisting. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Contributions may be made to BCAN, Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network.