Savannah Johns was born on September 3, 1928, in Edison, Georgia, to the loving parents of Ann Price Holley and John Holley. She was raised in Calhoun County, Georgia, where she attended the local public schools. From an early age, Savannah was surrounded by family, faith, and strong values that would guide her throughout her remarkable life. At an early age, Savannah gave her life to Christ and developed a deep and abiding faith. She was a devoted member of Enon Missionary Baptist Church in Edison, Georgia, where her faith became an important foundation of her life. In the 1950s, Savannah relocated to Tampa, Florida, where she began a new chapter of her life. It was during this time that she married Willie J. Johns. 

Savannah built a life characterized by hard work, perseverance, faith, and love for family. Savannah was a dedicated and hardworking woman. She was employed with Edward's Pipe and Tobacco Factory, where she faithfully worked for 25 years before retiring. One of the most meaningful chapters of Savannah’s life was the love and devotion she shared with her family. Savannah, alongside her beloved sister, Louise Jones, lovingly raised Angel Jones from birth through adulthood. Together, they provided Angel with love, guidance, nurturing, and the strong foundation of family. Savannah embraced her role with devotion and unconditional love, leaving an indelible mark on Angel’s life. Throughout her years in Tampa, Savannah continued to nurture and demonstrate her unwavering faith. She was a faithful member of the Cathedral of Faith Church in Tampa, Florida, under the leadership of Apostle James Howell. Her commitment to God and her church family remained an important part of her life and legacy.

Savannah was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Ann Price Holley, and her father, John Holley.

She leaves to cherish her beautiful memory and enduring legacy her loving nieces and nephews: Wilton Jones; Ann Sledge (Jerald); Willie Jones (Caroline); Fletcher Jones (Essie); Irma Williams (Ernest); Arthur Holley (Brenda); James Edward Holley; Riley Holley; Catherine Andrews; Alva Jean Holley; and Linda Thompson; a host of great-nieces and great-nephews; great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews; great-great-great-nieces and great-great-great-nephews; cousins; extended family members; and dear loved ones whose lives were forever touched by her wisdom, kindness, generosity, and love.