James A. Johnson, 64, of Mackinaw, Illinois, passed away Thursday, December 24, 2019 at his home. James was born January 9, 1955 in Ottawa to Lennart and Jeanette Giere Johnson. He married Cynthia L. Gerace. She survives. Also surviving is one daughter, Jessica (Tony) Demuth of Mount Horeb, WI, one grandson, Carter, and one sister Kirstin Johnson Hammerslag of Arizona. James was preceded in death by his parents.James last worked in the paint department at Mitsubishi Motors North America in Normal.The memorial gathering will take place 5:00 till 6:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2020 at Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services. The memorial Service will take place at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. To light a candle or share a condolence please visit www.AndersonFCS.com