Mr. Johnny D. Ingram

Johnny Davis Ingram, age 72, passed away at his home in Arab surrounded by his wife and two sons on Sunday, June 17, 2018. He was born on October 15, 1945 in Anniston, Alabama to Bryan and Estelle (Davis) Ingram. He was a graduate of Walter Wellborn High School and went on to the University of Georgia to play football under the legendary Vince Dooley where he graduated in 1969. On July 12, 1969, he married SuzanneLynell Hill. Together they had two sons, John and Joel. Johnny taught Physical Education and coached for many years at Walter Wellborn and Anniston High Schools. He was held in the highest regards by many of his former players and assistant coaches. In 1986, Johnny made the transition from coaching to administration and the Ingram’s moved to Arab, Alabama, where he accepted a job as the assistant principal of Arab High School. He later became the principal of Arab High School and subsequently, Albertville High School, where he retired in June of 2002. After his retirement, Mr. Ingram served for a time as the Director of Snead State Community College’s Arab Instructional Site. It was during these years where he made lifelong relationships with many teachers and students. Johnny had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way. Mr. Ingram enjoyed many things in life. He was an avid runner early in his life. He ran many races and completed the Cotton Row Marathon in Huntsville. During his sons’ football careers at Jacksonville State University, he and Suzanne enjoyed their time together traveling to see them play. Later on, he continued to serve in a leadership capacity as an active member of the Marshall County Sports Hall of Fame board and chairman of the Arab Housing Authority. As his grandchildren became older, some of his most favorite times were watching them participate in various school activities. He is survived by his wife of forty-eight years, Suzanne; two sons, John (Cindy) Ingram; Joel Ingram; three grandchildren, Khelton Ingram, EllaIngram, andHillaree Ingram; brother–in –law, Andy (Judy) Hill; nephews, Andrew Hill and William Hill.His parents preceded him in death. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 1:00pm at Arab First United Methodist Church, 1058 North Main Street, Arab, Alabama. The family will greet friends from 10:30am until time of the service at the church. Burial will be immediately following the service at Arab Cemetery, South Main Street, Arab, Alabama.

Mr. Johnny D. Ingram

October 15, 1945 - June 17, 2018