James Frances Johnson 88, entered into eternal peace on Friday, August 17, 2012 at 4:50 pm, at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House.

James was born on May 8, 1924, the son of the late Minnie Sellman and Edward Wood. He was educated in Prince George County Schools. James was kind and was always willing to work or give a helping hand. He loved to joke around. We will always remember James and some of his favorite sayings; "you're running late," "you're looking good" and "where's my hat and wallet?"

James retired from the Prince George's County school board after over 42 years of service. After his retirement from the school board, James decided he wasn't ready to retire, so he went back to work various jobs in the town of Upper Marlboro.

He began attending Saint Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church at an early age. While serving at St. Mary's, James served as an Usher. James attended faithfully until his health started to decline.

He leaves his loving memories his daughter Sarah Johnson (Lester) of Dunkirk, Maryland; granddaughter Tonja Dare (Richard) of St. Leonard, Maryland; great grandson Richard Dare Jr.; two brothers; George and John Sellman, sister-in-law Juanita Sellman; his special adopted family Oliver (deceased), Lucille, Mark and Gwendolyn Sellman and host nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded by his brothers; Thomas and Joseph Sellman. James will be sorely missed by all.

Arrangements provided by Sewell Funeral Home.

Visitation:
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at Sewell Funeral Home's Chapel, 1451 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678.

9:00 am to 11:00 am on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at St. Mary's of the Assumption Catholic Church, 14908 Main Street, Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772.

Service:
11:00 am on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at St. Mary's of the Assumption Catholic Church, 14908 Main Street, Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772.

Cemetery:
Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, Maryland 20735.