‘You will be dearly missed:’ Charlton County 911 dispatcher dies of COVID-19
Lynn Cribb Johnson (Photo courtesy: Charlton County Sheriff)
By Aurielle Eady
FOLKSTON, Ga. — The Charlton County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of their own.
Sheriff Robert Phillips took to social media to announce the death of Lynn Cribb Johnson, a beloved 911 dispatcher.
The sheriff’s office confirmed to Action News Jax that she died after contracting COVID-19.
“Although you may not know her by sight, she’s that voice that answered your distress call,” Phillips wrote. “Thank you Lynn for your service to your fellowman in the most unselfish and kind way! You will be dearly missed by your family and your coworkers,” he added.
Johnson was an employee of the sheriff’s office for more than 31 years. Phillips described her as a caring person who showed concern for others like a mother would.
It is unknown whether Johnson was vaccinated or not.
At least a dozen first responders in the Jacksonville area have died from the virus.
JSO Lt. Chris Cunningham Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Lt. Chris Cunningham. Died from a COVID-19 related illness on Aug. 5, 2020. (Jacksonville Sheriff's Office)
Sergeant Eric Twisdale Clay County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Eric Twisdale. Died from COVID-19 related illness in September 16, 2020. (Clay County Sheriff's Office)
JSO Sheriff Mike Williams with Police Auxiliary Sergeant Louis “Lou” Livatino Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams with Police Auxiliary Sergeant Louis “Lou” Livatino. JSO announced Livatino's death from complications from coronavirus on Jan. 27, 2021. (Jacksonville Sheriff's Office)
Nassau County Sheriff's Officer dies of COVID-19 Nassau County Sheriff's Office Bailiff Jack Gwynes. Died from COVID-19 on Feb. 3, 2021.
Jax Fire Rescue Lt. dies of COVID-19 Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department announced the passing of Lt. Mario J. Moya from COVID-19 on Aug. 18, 2021.
Officer Eddie Bounds Neptune Beach Police announced the death of recently retired officer Eddie Bounds on Aug. 21, 2021. (Neptune Beach Police Department)
Deputy Jody Hull St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Deputy Jody Hull died of COVID-19 on Aug. 21, 2021, SJSO announced. (St. Johns County Sheriff's Office)
Deputy Clint Seagle The Clay County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of long-time member Deputy Clint Seagle on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021. (Clay County Sheriff's Office)
Daniel “Dan” Eugene Watts Jacksonville Beach Police Department announced Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021 that Sergeant Daniel “Dan” Eugene Watts, 49, passed away from complications of the virus. (Jacksonville Beach Police Department)
Lake City Fire Chief Randy Burnham Lake City Fire Department Chief Randy Burnham died of COVID-19 on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2021, the department announced on its Facebook page. (Lake City Fire Department)
Correctional Officer Crawford Union County Sheriff’s Office Correctional Officer Stacy Crawford died of COVID-19, the department announced Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021. (Union County Sheriff’s Office)
Lynn Cribb Johnson Charlton County Sheriff's Office 911 dispatcher Lynn Cribb Johnson died of COVID-19, the sheriff announced on Sept. 9, 2021. (Photo courtesy: Charlton County Sheriff)
Derek Asdot Green Cove Springs Police Chief Derek Asdot died after battling COVID-19, the department announced on Sept. 28, 2021.