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Andrew Johnson Obituary
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday at Powhatan Free Will Baptist Church. Entombment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.
AJ was a Raleigh Firefighter on Ladder 11 and a volunteer with Archers Lodge Fire Department where he held a title as Captain. He was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt and be outdoors. AJ had a passion for firefighting and the brotherhood bond that comes along with it.
He is survived by his wife and best friend, Melissa H. Johnson; parents, Terry and Tim Davis, MJ and Pam Johnson, Pauline and Mike Haislip; brothers and sisters, Clayton Johnson, Mackenzie Johnson, Hunter Davis, Dakotah Davis, and Amanda Haislip; aunt and uncle, Linda and Aubrey Bunn; aunt, Betty Johnson.
AJ was preceded in death by grandparents, Marvin and Margaret Johnson, cousin, Blake Bunn and grandmother, Callie Davis.
The family will receive relatives and friends on 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon at McLaurin Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made be made to the North Carolina Fallen Firefighters Association, 2501 Blue Ridge Road, Suite 150, Raleigh, NC 27607 or on-line at www.ncfff.org
Condolences may be made to the family at www.mclaurinatpinecrest.com
Arrangements by McLaurin at Pinecrest, Funerals & Cremations, Clayton.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Johnson
Nichole Sousa
December 12, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Andrew was a GREAT man, i remember us being little kids we would play and he always looked out for me and jessica to make sure nothing would happen to us as we were playing. He had a dream and he lived it to the fullest extend. I hope you can find a way in your heart to ease the pain and carry on. He will be in my heart forever.
Keith Frederick
December 9, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the Johnson family. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
God Bless!!
K. Frederick (RFD retired)
Ann Garey
December 9, 2008
Terry, Tim, Hunter, Dakotah and family,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. You are all in my constant prayers.
Barney & Wanda Long
December 8, 2008
Tim, Terry and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Barney & I will continue to pray for you. May God give you strength at this most difficult time.
Velencia Carl
December 8, 2008
Terry, Tim, and Family,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God bless you during this time, and give you strength.
Jennifer East
December 8, 2008
Melissa & Family of A.J.,
You do not know me, but my husband is Charles Eugene East and is a Captain of the Raleigh Fire Department at Station 28. I met all of you on Sunday. I want you to know that my heart aches for all of you. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers recently. It's so unfair to lose someone you love and to accept what has happened. I personally, cope with the loss of my father everyday. We were so close. It gets a bit easier to deal with as time passes, but the emptiness will always remain. It's reality. In all of A.J.'s pictures he looks to have been such a kind & sweet person. I know healing will take time, but rely on others who care to help you cope with your loss. It does help to have others understand what you are going through. "We all have been there". To Melissa, I'm so sorry. What do you say?, I ask myself. I can't imagine what it must be like for you. Always believe that you were lucky enough to have been his wife and partner. My prayers are with you. God Bless
Jackie & Willie Medlin
December 8, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your loved one,
"A. J." We are sure he will be terribly missed by each of you and also his fire department family.
You will remain in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Willoughy
December 8, 2008
Melissa, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that I'm here for you.
December 8, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most sorrowful time.
May God make his peace to shine upon you.
The Michael Peruso Family
Carol Hodge
December 8, 2008
As a mother to two Antioch VFD members my heart goes out to all of you. May God Bless You and you will continue to be in our Prayers.
Lisa & Allen Wilson
December 7, 2008
M.J., We are terribly sorry for A.J.'s tragic accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Unfortunately Allen is out of town for 2 weeks and won't be here for the service.
Shawn and Michelle Freeman
December 7, 2008
May the lord comfort you in your time of sorrow. Many prayers to you and your family.
Jennifer
December 7, 2008
I wanted to express my heartfelt condolences to you. I'm a classmate of Al Jones at Saint Augustine's College and he shared with me how AJ was a great man/fireman. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. There's no pain God can not heal. God bless.
Terry Horton
December 7, 2008
As a mother and sister of Raleigh firefighters, I would like to express my sincere condolences to the Johnson family and with A.J.'s extended family at the Raleigh Fire Department. At a time like this, I know that no words can help you to deal with the pain you have, but know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May time, family and friends help you to find comfort in your days to come. I know he will be greatly missed at Station 11.
Shelton & Annette Edgerton
December 7, 2008
Tim & Terry and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know we are praying for comfort and healing for all of those touched by this very special man.
Greg Mayo
December 7, 2008
Melissa, The Johnsons, and all the Bunns...Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. We are here if you need anything.
Greg and Angel Mayo
Momeyer Volunteer Fire-Rescue
December 7, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Johnson family and with AJ's extended family at the Raleigh Fire Department and at Archers Lodge Volunteer Fire Department.
Will Bell
December 7, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family during this trying time. We will keep you in our prayers.
Tricia Byrd(Barnes)
December 7, 2008
MJ-"AJ" caught my attention as one that always spoke to you. He was not arrogant or shy as alot of the young ones are. What a breath of fresh air. He's up working with the Lord now. God's peace be with you and your family during this heartbreaking time.
JIMMY TOOLE
December 7, 2008
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. GOD BLESS TO ALL OF YOU.
Janey and Jack Bullock
December 7, 2008
Terry, Tim and family..We were so very sorry to hear of your son's passing. We pray for God to comfort you in this difficult time. Our love and prayers will be with you daily.
Beth Lewter
December 7, 2008
MJ and Pam, My prayers and heartfelt sadness are with you in this time of your loss. Beth Lewter
JACQUELINE ROBINSON
December 7, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. We at RALEIGH WAKE 911 will be here if you need us..
Lorrie Herman/Raleigh Wake 911
December 7, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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