American country music songwriter.
Tim Johnson,was a hit songwriter who served as a board member at the Nashville Songwriters Association
More than 100 of his songs songs were recorded by other artists, including Alan Jackson, Jimmy Wayne and Diamond Rio. Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where co-produced Blaine Larson's first two major label albums.
He was active with NSAI where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member, assisting the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
Died from complications of cancer
∼A memorial service for Tim Johnson will be held Thurs., Nov. 1, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Cheekwood Botanical Garden¡¯s Massey Hall. There will be no admission charge for attendees. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to MusiCares at www.grammy.org/musicares/donate.
Songwriter Tim Johnson passed away Sun., Oct. 21, following a two-year battle with cancer. He was 52 and died at home. The established member of Nashville¡¯s music community had more than 100 major label cuts to his credit.
Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where he produced artists including Blaine Larsen. The respected songwriter was active with NSAI, where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member. He assisted the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. Friends say he was a champion of songs and songwriters, and always encouraged aspiring writers. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
In 2007 Johnson teamed with Rory Feek and Jeff Skillen to establish the Song Trust, which had success with Bring Him Home Santa,a song about fathers who serve in the military. Feek and his wife, Joey, said they are saddened with the loss of our good friend. His passing leaves a big hole in our hearts and an even bigger one in the heart of country music.
Growing up in Noti, Oregon, one of Johnson's early songwriting influences was Mickey Newbury.
Johnson is survived by wife Meg, son Jack and daughter Cey. MusicRow extends sincere condolences to his loved ones.
Funeral arrangements have not been announced. Check MusicRow.com for updates.
Friend and songwriter James Dean Hicks shared his thoughts on Tim:
He was one of the biggest personalities and talents that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He made this world a better place in all ways and was a great friend to so many. He was one of the best songwriters and was a master at writing alone. Let Her Lie and She Misses Him are a couple of the supreme works that Tim created alone. I believe what made him happiest was writing songs with his buddies and lifting us up and sharing success with us. His mission in life was to make sure songwriters got paid and recognized for their talents. And he always made us all smile. He was the funniest guy I have ever known. He was writing until the very end and was at the top of his game. I know we will be blessed to hear many of his songs in the future. Our loss is heaven's gain. God bless Tim Johnson and his beautiful family.
Timothy Jon "Tim" Johnson (January 29, 1960 ¨C October 21, 2012) was an American country music songwriter. Johnson is known for co-writing the singles "I Let Her Lie" by Daryle Singletary, "God Only Cries" by Diamond Rio, "Do You Believe Me Now" by Jimmy Wayne, "Things That Never Cross a Man's Mind" by Kellie Pickler, and "She Misses Him" by Tim Rushlow, among others .
Johnson is also known for his collaborations with Rory Lee Feek of Joey + Rory, with whom he founded an organization called the Song Trust, in which works by new artists were all credited to that name. Song Trust's first release was "Bring Him Home Santa" in 2008. He was also on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International, and co-produced the first two albums by Blaine Larsen.
Nashville songwriters were among the many Johnson touched during his life, both before and after he was diagnosed with liver and colon cancer in 2010. Joey and Rory also wrote of his passing, saying I lost one of my best friends today and the world lost one of the greatest songwriters of all time,Tim Johnson.
Obituary in The Tennessean:
JOHNSON, Tim Age 52 of Franklin, passed away Sunday the 21st of October, 2012, at the young age of 52.
A beloved man, friend, husband, brother, father, son, will be missed by every life he touched. There are those few people who, if you are lucky enough, cross your path and really inspire you to be the best you can possibly be. There is as much to celebrate about this man as there is to mourn.
Sadly, after a fierce battle with cancer, Tim Preceded in death by his mother Patricia Moffett Johnson and his father Robert Earl Johnson of Noti, Oregon.
Tim is survived by his wife of 20 years, Megan Green Johnson of Franklin; his young children, Jack and Ceynor Johnson; as well as sisters, Kristi Roberts and Paula Goodspeed, who reside in California; brother, Mark Johnson of Veneta, OR; and in-laws, Lewis and Sandra Green of Brentwood, TN and a plethora of extended family and friends, all who love him very much.
Tim grew up in Noti, OR. He attended Willamette University on a wrestling scholarship and later transfered to and graduated from the University of Oregon (Go Ducks!). Tim then spent several years in Japan teaching English and developing a love of sushi. One of his greatest passions was traveling which led him to places such as Thailand, Italy, The Netherlands, the U..K. and Mexico to name a few.
In 1989, Tim moved permanently to Nashville to pursue a career in music. He was an amazing songwriter, but more than that, a sweet human being with an indelible spirit and wit who touched so many hearts. As a constant believer in chasing the dream, he was quick to inspire new singers and songwriters. Tim's brilliance lifted our spirits and made us think. Tim was on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International and lobbied for the rights of songwriters. He was also an affiliate of the Songwriter Institute and co founder of The Song Trust. Tim was very active in the community contributing his talent to raise money for all types of charities including the 4-H of Williamson County, MusiCares, Saddle Up!, and countless others. His vast generosity enriched the lives of so many. With a legacy of family, love and songs, Tim Johnson's mark on this life is immeasurable.
A celebration of Tim's life was held at Cheekwood's Massey Hall on Thursday the 1st of November. Memorial donations may be made to the Williamson County 4-H, 4215 Long Lane, Ste. 200, Franklin, TN 37064, where a memorial endowment and scholarship has been set up in Tim's name. (615) 302-4842. cremationsocietyoftn.com.
Cremation Society of Tennessee
3011 Harrah Dr, Suite O
Spring Hill, TN 37174
615-302-4842
Tim Johnson,was a hit songwriter who served as a board member at the Nashville Songwriters Association
More than 100 of his songs songs were recorded by other artists, including Alan Jackson, Jimmy Wayne and Diamond Rio. Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where co-produced Blaine Larson's first two major label albums.
He was active with NSAI where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member, assisting the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
Died from complications of cancer
∼A memorial service for Tim Johnson will be held Thurs., Nov. 1, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Cheekwood Botanical Garden¡¯s Massey Hall. There will be no admission charge for attendees. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to MusiCares at www.grammy.org/musicares/donate.
Songwriter Tim Johnson passed away Sun., Oct. 21, following a two-year battle with cancer. He was 52 and died at home. The established member of Nashville¡¯s music community had more than 100 major label cuts to his credit.
Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where he produced artists including Blaine Larsen. The respected songwriter was active with NSAI, where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member. He assisted the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. Friends say he was a champion of songs and songwriters, and always encouraged aspiring writers. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
In 2007 Johnson teamed with Rory Feek and Jeff Skillen to establish the Song Trust, which had success with Bring Him Home Santa,a song about fathers who serve in the military. Feek and his wife, Joey, said they are saddened with the loss of our good friend. His passing leaves a big hole in our hearts and an even bigger one in the heart of country music.
Growing up in Noti, Oregon, one of Johnson's early songwriting influences was Mickey Newbury.
Johnson is survived by wife Meg, son Jack and daughter Cey. MusicRow extends sincere condolences to his loved ones.
Funeral arrangements have not been announced. Check MusicRow.com for updates.
Friend and songwriter James Dean Hicks shared his thoughts on Tim:
He was one of the biggest personalities and talents that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He made this world a better place in all ways and was a great friend to so many. He was one of the best songwriters and was a master at writing alone. Let Her Lie and She Misses Him are a couple of the supreme works that Tim created alone. I believe what made him happiest was writing songs with his buddies and lifting us up and sharing success with us. His mission in life was to make sure songwriters got paid and recognized for their talents. And he always made us all smile. He was the funniest guy I have ever known. He was writing until the very end and was at the top of his game. I know we will be blessed to hear many of his songs in the future. Our loss is heaven's gain. God bless Tim Johnson and his beautiful family.
Timothy Jon "Tim" Johnson (January 29, 1960 ¨C October 21, 2012) was an American country music songwriter. Johnson is known for co-writing the singles "I Let Her Lie" by Daryle Singletary, "God Only Cries" by Diamond Rio, "Do You Believe Me Now" by Jimmy Wayne, "Things That Never Cross a Man's Mind" by Kellie Pickler, and "She Misses Him" by Tim Rushlow, among others .
Johnson is also known for his collaborations with Rory Lee Feek of Joey + Rory, with whom he founded an organization called the Song Trust, in which works by new artists were all credited to that name. Song Trust's first release was "Bring Him Home Santa" in 2008. He was also on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International, and co-produced the first two albums by Blaine Larsen.
Nashville songwriters were among the many Johnson touched during his life, both before and after he was diagnosed with liver and colon cancer in 2010. Joey and Rory also wrote of his passing, saying I lost one of my best friends today and the world lost one of the greatest songwriters of all time,Tim Johnson.
Obituary in The Tennessean:
JOHNSON, Tim Age 52 of Franklin, passed away Sunday the 21st of October, 2012, at the young age of 52.
A beloved man, friend, husband, brother, father, son, will be missed by every life he touched. There are those few people who, if you are lucky enough, cross your path and really inspire you to be the best you can possibly be. There is as much to celebrate about this man as there is to mourn.
Sadly, after a fierce battle with cancer, Tim Preceded in death by his mother Patricia Moffett Johnson and his father Robert Earl Johnson of Noti, Oregon.
Tim is survived by his wife of 20 years, Megan Green Johnson of Franklin; his young children, Jack and Ceynor Johnson; as well as sisters, Kristi Roberts and Paula Goodspeed, who reside in California; brother, Mark Johnson of Veneta, OR; and in-laws, Lewis and Sandra Green of Brentwood, TN and a plethora of extended family and friends, all who love him very much.
Tim grew up in Noti, OR. He attended Willamette University on a wrestling scholarship and later transfered to and graduated from the University of Oregon (Go Ducks!). Tim then spent several years in Japan teaching English and developing a love of sushi. One of his greatest passions was traveling which led him to places such as Thailand, Italy, The Netherlands, the U..K. and Mexico to name a few.
In 1989, Tim moved permanently to Nashville to pursue a career in music. He was an amazing songwriter, but more than that, a sweet human being with an indelible spirit and wit who touched so many hearts. As a constant believer in chasing the dream, he was quick to inspire new singers and songwriters. Tim's brilliance lifted our spirits and made us think. Tim was on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International and lobbied for the rights of songwriters. He was also an affiliate of the Songwriter Institute and co founder of The Song Trust. Tim was very active in the community contributing his talent to raise money for all types of charities including the 4-H of Williamson County, MusiCares, Saddle Up!, and countless others. His vast generosity enriched the lives of so many. With a legacy of family, love and songs, Tim Johnson's mark on this life is immeasurable.
A celebration of Tim's life was held at Cheekwood's Massey Hall on Thursday the 1st of November. Memorial donations may be made to the Williamson County 4-H, 4215 Long Lane, Ste. 200, Franklin, TN 37064, where a memorial endowment and scholarship has been set up in Tim's name. (615) 302-4842. cremationsocietyoftn.com.
Cremation Society of Tennessee
3011 Harrah Dr, Suite O
Spring Hill, TN 37174
615-302-4842
American country music songwriter.
Tim Johnson,was a hit songwriter who served as a board member at the Nashville Songwriters Association
More than 100 of his songs songs were recorded by other artists, including Alan Jackson, Jimmy Wayne and Diamond Rio. Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where co-produced Blaine Larson's first two major label albums.
He was active with NSAI where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member, assisting the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
Died from complications of cancer
∼A memorial service for Tim Johnson will be held Thurs., Nov. 1, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Cheekwood Botanical Garden¡¯s Massey Hall. There will be no admission charge for attendees. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to MusiCares at www.grammy.org/musicares/donate.
Songwriter Tim Johnson passed away Sun., Oct. 21, following a two-year battle with cancer. He was 52 and died at home. The established member of Nashville¡¯s music community had more than 100 major label cuts to his credit.
Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where he produced artists including Blaine Larsen. The respected songwriter was active with NSAI, where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member. He assisted the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. Friends say he was a champion of songs and songwriters, and always encouraged aspiring writers. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
In 2007 Johnson teamed with Rory Feek and Jeff Skillen to establish the Song Trust, which had success with Bring Him Home Santa,a song about fathers who serve in the military. Feek and his wife, Joey, said they are saddened with the loss of our good friend. His passing leaves a big hole in our hearts and an even bigger one in the heart of country music.
Growing up in Noti, Oregon, one of Johnson's early songwriting influences was Mickey Newbury.
Johnson is survived by wife Meg, son Jack and daughter Cey. MusicRow extends sincere condolences to his loved ones.
Funeral arrangements have not been announced. Check MusicRow.com for updates.
Friend and songwriter James Dean Hicks shared his thoughts on Tim:
He was one of the biggest personalities and talents that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He made this world a better place in all ways and was a great friend to so many. He was one of the best songwriters and was a master at writing alone. Let Her Lie and She Misses Him are a couple of the supreme works that Tim created alone. I believe what made him happiest was writing songs with his buddies and lifting us up and sharing success with us. His mission in life was to make sure songwriters got paid and recognized for their talents. And he always made us all smile. He was the funniest guy I have ever known. He was writing until the very end and was at the top of his game. I know we will be blessed to hear many of his songs in the future. Our loss is heaven's gain. God bless Tim Johnson and his beautiful family.
Timothy Jon "Tim" Johnson (January 29, 1960 ¨C October 21, 2012) was an American country music songwriter. Johnson is known for co-writing the singles "I Let Her Lie" by Daryle Singletary, "God Only Cries" by Diamond Rio, "Do You Believe Me Now" by Jimmy Wayne, "Things That Never Cross a Man's Mind" by Kellie Pickler, and "She Misses Him" by Tim Rushlow, among others .
Johnson is also known for his collaborations with Rory Lee Feek of Joey + Rory, with whom he founded an organization called the Song Trust, in which works by new artists were all credited to that name. Song Trust's first release was "Bring Him Home Santa" in 2008. He was also on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International, and co-produced the first two albums by Blaine Larsen.
Nashville songwriters were among the many Johnson touched during his life, both before and after he was diagnosed with liver and colon cancer in 2010. Joey and Rory also wrote of his passing, saying I lost one of my best friends today and the world lost one of the greatest songwriters of all time,Tim Johnson.
Obituary in The Tennessean:
JOHNSON, Tim Age 52 of Franklin, passed away Sunday the 21st of October, 2012, at the young age of 52.
A beloved man, friend, husband, brother, father, son, will be missed by every life he touched. There are those few people who, if you are lucky enough, cross your path and really inspire you to be the best you can possibly be. There is as much to celebrate about this man as there is to mourn.
Sadly, after a fierce battle with cancer, Tim Preceded in death by his mother Patricia Moffett Johnson and his father Robert Earl Johnson of Noti, Oregon.
Tim is survived by his wife of 20 years, Megan Green Johnson of Franklin; his young children, Jack and Ceynor Johnson; as well as sisters, Kristi Roberts and Paula Goodspeed, who reside in California; brother, Mark Johnson of Veneta, OR; and in-laws, Lewis and Sandra Green of Brentwood, TN and a plethora of extended family and friends, all who love him very much.
Tim grew up in Noti, OR. He attended Willamette University on a wrestling scholarship and later transfered to and graduated from the University of Oregon (Go Ducks!). Tim then spent several years in Japan teaching English and developing a love of sushi. One of his greatest passions was traveling which led him to places such as Thailand, Italy, The Netherlands, the U..K. and Mexico to name a few.
In 1989, Tim moved permanently to Nashville to pursue a career in music. He was an amazing songwriter, but more than that, a sweet human being with an indelible spirit and wit who touched so many hearts. As a constant believer in chasing the dream, he was quick to inspire new singers and songwriters. Tim's brilliance lifted our spirits and made us think. Tim was on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International and lobbied for the rights of songwriters. He was also an affiliate of the Songwriter Institute and co founder of The Song Trust. Tim was very active in the community contributing his talent to raise money for all types of charities including the 4-H of Williamson County, MusiCares, Saddle Up!, and countless others. His vast generosity enriched the lives of so many. With a legacy of family, love and songs, Tim Johnson's mark on this life is immeasurable.
A celebration of Tim's life was held at Cheekwood's Massey Hall on Thursday the 1st of November. Memorial donations may be made to the Williamson County 4-H, 4215 Long Lane, Ste. 200, Franklin, TN 37064, where a memorial endowment and scholarship has been set up in Tim's name. (615) 302-4842. cremationsocietyoftn.com.
Cremation Society of Tennessee
3011 Harrah Dr, Suite O
Spring Hill, TN 37174
615-302-4842
Tim Johnson,was a hit songwriter who served as a board member at the Nashville Songwriters Association
More than 100 of his songs songs were recorded by other artists, including Alan Jackson, Jimmy Wayne and Diamond Rio. Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where co-produced Blaine Larson's first two major label albums.
He was active with NSAI where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member, assisting the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
Died from complications of cancer
∼A memorial service for Tim Johnson will be held Thurs., Nov. 1, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Cheekwood Botanical Garden¡¯s Massey Hall. There will be no admission charge for attendees. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to MusiCares at www.grammy.org/musicares/donate.
Songwriter Tim Johnson passed away Sun., Oct. 21, following a two-year battle with cancer. He was 52 and died at home. The established member of Nashville¡¯s music community had more than 100 major label cuts to his credit.
Johnson's talent extended to the studio, where he produced artists including Blaine Larsen. The respected songwriter was active with NSAI, where he served on its Song Camp faculty and was a longtime board member. He assisted the organization with its legislative work in Washington, D.C. Friends say he was a champion of songs and songwriters, and always encouraged aspiring writers. He also founded the Songwriter's Institute.
In 2007 Johnson teamed with Rory Feek and Jeff Skillen to establish the Song Trust, which had success with Bring Him Home Santa,a song about fathers who serve in the military. Feek and his wife, Joey, said they are saddened with the loss of our good friend. His passing leaves a big hole in our hearts and an even bigger one in the heart of country music.
Growing up in Noti, Oregon, one of Johnson's early songwriting influences was Mickey Newbury.
Johnson is survived by wife Meg, son Jack and daughter Cey. MusicRow extends sincere condolences to his loved ones.
Funeral arrangements have not been announced. Check MusicRow.com for updates.
Friend and songwriter James Dean Hicks shared his thoughts on Tim:
He was one of the biggest personalities and talents that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He made this world a better place in all ways and was a great friend to so many. He was one of the best songwriters and was a master at writing alone. Let Her Lie and She Misses Him are a couple of the supreme works that Tim created alone. I believe what made him happiest was writing songs with his buddies and lifting us up and sharing success with us. His mission in life was to make sure songwriters got paid and recognized for their talents. And he always made us all smile. He was the funniest guy I have ever known. He was writing until the very end and was at the top of his game. I know we will be blessed to hear many of his songs in the future. Our loss is heaven's gain. God bless Tim Johnson and his beautiful family.
Timothy Jon "Tim" Johnson (January 29, 1960 ¨C October 21, 2012) was an American country music songwriter. Johnson is known for co-writing the singles "I Let Her Lie" by Daryle Singletary, "God Only Cries" by Diamond Rio, "Do You Believe Me Now" by Jimmy Wayne, "Things That Never Cross a Man's Mind" by Kellie Pickler, and "She Misses Him" by Tim Rushlow, among others .
Johnson is also known for his collaborations with Rory Lee Feek of Joey + Rory, with whom he founded an organization called the Song Trust, in which works by new artists were all credited to that name. Song Trust's first release was "Bring Him Home Santa" in 2008. He was also on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International, and co-produced the first two albums by Blaine Larsen.
Nashville songwriters were among the many Johnson touched during his life, both before and after he was diagnosed with liver and colon cancer in 2010. Joey and Rory also wrote of his passing, saying I lost one of my best friends today and the world lost one of the greatest songwriters of all time,Tim Johnson.
Obituary in The Tennessean:
JOHNSON, Tim Age 52 of Franklin, passed away Sunday the 21st of October, 2012, at the young age of 52.
A beloved man, friend, husband, brother, father, son, will be missed by every life he touched. There are those few people who, if you are lucky enough, cross your path and really inspire you to be the best you can possibly be. There is as much to celebrate about this man as there is to mourn.
Sadly, after a fierce battle with cancer, Tim Preceded in death by his mother Patricia Moffett Johnson and his father Robert Earl Johnson of Noti, Oregon.
Tim is survived by his wife of 20 years, Megan Green Johnson of Franklin; his young children, Jack and Ceynor Johnson; as well as sisters, Kristi Roberts and Paula Goodspeed, who reside in California; brother, Mark Johnson of Veneta, OR; and in-laws, Lewis and Sandra Green of Brentwood, TN and a plethora of extended family and friends, all who love him very much.
Tim grew up in Noti, OR. He attended Willamette University on a wrestling scholarship and later transfered to and graduated from the University of Oregon (Go Ducks!). Tim then spent several years in Japan teaching English and developing a love of sushi. One of his greatest passions was traveling which led him to places such as Thailand, Italy, The Netherlands, the U..K. and Mexico to name a few.
In 1989, Tim moved permanently to Nashville to pursue a career in music. He was an amazing songwriter, but more than that, a sweet human being with an indelible spirit and wit who touched so many hearts. As a constant believer in chasing the dream, he was quick to inspire new singers and songwriters. Tim's brilliance lifted our spirits and made us think. Tim was on the board of the Nashville Songwriters Association International and lobbied for the rights of songwriters. He was also an affiliate of the Songwriter Institute and co founder of The Song Trust. Tim was very active in the community contributing his talent to raise money for all types of charities including the 4-H of Williamson County, MusiCares, Saddle Up!, and countless others. His vast generosity enriched the lives of so many. With a legacy of family, love and songs, Tim Johnson's mark on this life is immeasurable.
A celebration of Tim's life was held at Cheekwood's Massey Hall on Thursday the 1st of November. Memorial donations may be made to the Williamson County 4-H, 4215 Long Lane, Ste. 200, Franklin, TN 37064, where a memorial endowment and scholarship has been set up in Tim's name. (615) 302-4842. cremationsocietyoftn.com.
Cremation Society of Tennessee
3011 Harrah Dr, Suite O
Spring Hill, TN 37174
615-302-4842
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