Johnie Sanford, Sr.

June 21, 1949 - August 18, 2020

Johnie Sanford, Sr., age 71, of Milledgeville, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020. Funeral services for Johnie Sanford, Sr. will be private. A native and lifelong resident of Milledgeville, Johnie was born on June 21, 1949 to the late Woodrow Parks and the late Roberta Sanford. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a son, Larry Smith. Johnie enjoyed fishing, golf, and baseball. He was a local businessman, and loved to help everyone. He was a member of El Bethel Church. Johnie loved his family, and his grandchildren were his world. He was truly a “big guy with a big heart.” Johnie is survived by: his children, James Brown, Keith Smith, Kenneth Smith, Johny Sanford, Jr., Travis Sanford, Marie Smith, Johnette Sanford Clark (& Tony), and Shoniese Williams (& John Henry) ; and numerous grandchildren. Condolences may be expressed online at: www.williamsfuneral.net Williams Funeral Home and Crematory of Milledgeville is in charge of arrangements.