John William Pritchett, Jr., affectionately known as Johnny, passed away on May 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated public service spanning five decades. Born on September 6, 1949, Johnny committed his life to the safety and well-being of his community through his distinguished career and civic leadership. Johnny began his firefighting career in 1971 with the Athens Clarke County Fire Department, where he faithfully served until 2005,…
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