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Roosevelt Franklin Johnson

1933 - 2015

Roosevelt Franklin Johnson obituary, 1933-2015, Lorain, OH

BORN

1933

DIED

2015

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Brown-Robinson Funeral Homes - Lorain

2652 Broadway

Lorain, Ohio

Roosevelt Johnson Obituary

LORAIN – Roosevelt Franklin Johnson, 81, of Lorain, Ohio passed away Monday, May 18, 2015 at Mercy New Life Hospice following a brief illness.
He was born October 14, 1933 in Switchback, West Virginia and had lived in the Lorain area since 1957.
After graduating from Elkhorn High School, he entered into the United States Navy. He received an Electronic degree from the National Radio Electronic School.
He was a former member of Switchback Memorial Baptist Church and recently reaffirmed his faith.
He was employed by the Lorain Plant of Ford Motor Company until he retired after 36 years of service. He was member of UAW Local # 425.
He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed traveling and cars. He played with the Thomas Plumbing Softball Team.
He will be sadly missed by his wife of 59 years Jacqueline Johnson( nee Thornhill), two daughters Sharron (Willie) Farris of Columbus, OH, and Carol Kennedy of London, England, one son Steven (Lizette) Johnson of St. Petersburg, FL., one sister Estella (John) Vaughn of Troy, OH; two grandsons Steven Johnson and Iniko Ridgeway, 4 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and a host of other loving relatives and friends.
Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his parents George and Genoria Johnson, four sisters Euretta Mae Johnson, Mable Hagwood, Martha Manuel and June Myers, three brothers Stanley, Henry and Allen Johnson.
Visitation will be held Saturday, May 23, 2015 11:00 until time of services at 12:00 PM at The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 3501 Kolbe Rd, Lorain, OH.
Burial will be in Resthaven Memory Gardens in Avon,OH on Tuesday, May 26, 2015.
Arrangements entrusted to Brown-Robinson Funeral Home, 2652 Broadway Ave., Lorain, Ohio 44052, (440) 244-1831. Online condolences can be made at www.brownrobinson.com.

Published by The Morning Journal from May 20 to May 21, 2015.
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Rest in peace, Roosevelt. My deepest condolences to Jackie and the family. You will be fondly remembered.
Nita Price

Nita Price

June 11, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the Johnson family. I just learned of Roosevelts passing earlier today. I would have surely came to pay my respects. I'm sorry for your lost
Lisa V. Williamson

Lisa Williamson

May 28, 2015

Deepest Sympathy. Keeping you Ms Johnson and your family in prayer.

Priscilla Hall

May 28, 2015

Aunt Jackie and Family

Uncle Roosevelt will truly be missed. We live y'all and are in our prayer

Ebony Crews

May 27, 2015

To Aunt Jackie and family,
Uncle Roosevelt will truly be missed. Praying for you and the family.

Claudelhia Myers

May 26, 2015

Dear Jackie & Family,
So sorry to learn of your husband and father's passing. God bless everyone.
Sheri LaPoint-Willbond

May 24, 2015

may he rest in peace we will pray for family. Angel & Lydia Natal

angel natal

May 24, 2015

Aunt Jackie, May God be with you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold on to the special memories from over the years. We love you and will always be there for you. God Bless! Love Shawnte' Nick, Pap, Drema, Herbie Jr. And Katie.

Shawnte Henderson

May 23, 2015

My Deepest and most sincere condolences.. Prayers to the family.. Mary Lou & Tracy Hough Sr.

Mary Lou Andújar-Hough

May 23, 2015

Sharron and Family, Words just can not express how saddened Kenny, Brianna, and myself are about the loss of Mr. Johnson. Our prayers are always with you. Your Mom and Dad are wonderful people. Your long time friend, Cheryl

Cheryl Mills-Bryant

May 22, 2015

Dear Jackie and family,
Everyone here at hospice would like to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy during this time of loss - may you be comforted by His love and the prayers that are surrounding all of you in the time ahead.
With love,
The Mercy New Life Hospice Staff

Susan Tansey

May 22, 2015

Jackie sending you and your beautiful family lots of love and prayers.

Debbie Elgart

May 21, 2015

Jackie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Not sure you remember me, Sharon and I were best friends when growing up. My memories of your family are often spoken of today. Prayers are with you.

RHONDA MENARD

May 21, 2015

Jackie, My heart aches for you. May you find comfort and peace through the Lord. My Prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time...

Lorali Cook-Cheers

May 21, 2015

Praying for your loss




Chandler family

May 21, 2015

Sorry for your loss praying for you


Chandler Family

May 21, 2015

Dear Johnson Family You all have always truly been family to us both Jackie and Roosevelt knew us before we knew ourselves thanks for sharing so many years of pure love and wisdom with us . My thoughts and Prayers Be with you all. Love you. May God keep his Forever Loving arms wrapped around each one of you.

Jean Rosebrough(Grier)

May 21, 2015

Uncle Roosevelt you will be dearly missed. With loving thoughts and prayers for my family.

Alisha & Christian

May 21, 2015

Rest in Peace, Mr Johnson! May the angels lead you into paradise!

Joseph Darmafall

May 21, 2015

Mrs. jJackie, we will miss his kindness, all that good fish he would fried for everyone. Most of all the talks, wisdom and his compassion. We have so many good memories . Mr. Roosevelt welcome everyone and treated them like family. He was dedicated to his family and was always there for everybody. Now he is resting in paradise without any pain or suffering. Trust god through this difficult time and he will give you peace and guidance. Love you Jeff, Joanne, Zaryah, and Ronnie

May 20, 2015

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