Johnnie Janak

Johnnie James Janak, 89, of Smithville, Tx passed away early Sunday morning, March 9, 2025. He was born on December 28, 1935, to James and Mary Janak of Lavaca County. Johnnie attended school in Moulton, Tx and went on to serve in the United States Army from 1959 to 1965.

Johnnie married the love of his life, Rita, on May 17, 1958. They were married for 63 years until her passing on October 10, 2021. After his military service, they settled in Smithville, Tx to raise their family. They had five sons: Johnnie Joe, Ronald, Irvin, Alvin, and Shawn. Johnnie worked as a television and appliance repairman for Milton's for 61 years. When he wasn't working, he was a devoted member of St. Paul's Catholic Church. Johnnie loved serving his community. He was an active member of numerous organizations including the FFA Booster Club, SPJST, American Legion, VFW, and the Knights of Columbus. On any given night you could find Johnnie calling Bingo, making late night house calls to repair televisions, setting up the sound system for church auctions, or attending organizational meetings. He felt it was his obligation to give back to the community and help others anyway he could. Johnnie never met a person he didn't like, and he never said no when asked to lend a hand. He gave more than most and never expected anything in return.

He was preceded in passing by his wife Rita, his sons Alvin and Johnnie Joe, and his brother Quinton Janak.

Johnnie is survived by his sons, Ronald Janak of Smithville; Irvin Janak and his wife, Missy of Cedar Park and their daughters, Carleigh, Lexie and Skylar; Shawn Janak and his wife, Leticia of Kyle and their children, Noah and Ysabella. His brother Tony Janak and his wife Loretta of Moulton; and his sister-in-law Karen Janak of Flatonia.

Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 7:00pm and the Rosary will begin at 7:00pm on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Marrs-Jones Funeral Home.

Funeral Mass will be at 10:00am on Monday, March 17, 2025 at St. Paul Catholic Church with burial following at Oak Hill Cemetery in Smithville, Texas.