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Mr. George Reynolds Johnson passed early evening on Saturday, December 3, 2011, with family surrounding him, as he went home to be with the Lord.
He will be welcomed home by his grandparents, Wilfred F. Wilson Sr. and Frances Eilise Wilson and James A. Rice Sr.; and brother, Jeffery O. Johnson.
The fourth of six children born to proud parents in Charlottesville, Virginia, on September 15, 1957. He was baptized at an early age at the First Baptist Church, in Charlottesville, Virginia. In early 2011, he recommitted his life to God and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior with communion with one of his brothers.
George established a distinguished career of service at the University of Virginia Medical Center in the transportation department for 27+ years. He had a reputation for integrity and love for all his patients and families that visited the hospital. He brought a smile to the faces of everyone he met each and every day. The commitment to excellence to his patients resulted in him being awarded the Outstanding Contribution Award in 1995 and being recognized for 20 years of Outstanding and Valuable Service in 2004.
He was fondly called "Georgie" by the family. He loved his family and friends, which was demonstrated daily by his actions. He was especially fond of his sisters-in-law and loved them like blood relatives. George was an avid sports fan. While he loved most sports, the game of football was one of his passions and his team was the Oakland Raiders. He knew the nuisances of the game and was great in the art of sports debate. His favorite athletes were Bruce Lee in the martial arts and Dale Earnhardt in Nascar racing. George leaves to mourn his passing and to celebrate his eternal life, his beloved mother, Rosemarie Johnson; father, Robert E. Johnson Sr.; his grandmother, Annie V. Rice of Washington, D.C.; three brothers and one sister, Ronnie N. Johnson (Robin) of Richmond, Virginia, Robert E. Johnson Jr. (Jeannie) of Dover, Delaware, Larry L. Johnson and Eilise A. Johnson of Charlottesville; his special aunts, Sallie W. Robinson and Ada W. Monroe of Charlottesville, Belinda Young (Danny) of Upper Marlboro, Maryland; great- uncle and aunts, Sandy Wilson of Silver Springs, Maryland, Minnie W. Gardner and Sally P. Wilson of Charlottesville; his uncles, Wilfred F. Wilson Jr. of Charlottesville, Larry D. Rice of Washington, D.C. and Leonard J. Rice (Marcia) of Greenbelt, Maryland; and a host of adoring cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2011, at First Baptist Church, 632 W. Main Street, Charlottesville, with repast to follow at the church. Pastor Hodari K. Hamilton will officiate. Memorial gifts and flowers may be sent to McClenny Funeral Service, 600 Henry Ave., Charlottesville, VA 22903.
Services of comfort are entrusted to the staff of McClenny Funeral Service, Inc.
You may sign the guest register at www.mcclennyfuneralserviceinc.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Eddie Henderson
December 2, 2022
I'm always reminded of your your passing and it puts a bit of a damper on the holiday season. I miss you so much when I come home. I miss you so much when I'm at home. I miss your laugh. I miss you smile and the twinkles in your eyes as we laugh and joke and just watch football. I miss you dude.. keep looking down on the brother.
Edwin Henderson
December 6, 2021
I'll celebrate you my brother, I miss you more than ever. We've lost so many Since You've Been Gone. I thank Jesus for watching over you and all of us still here.
Edwin Henderson
December 2, 2020
It will be 9 years tomorrow that you left. I try not to think of you this time of the year but, our friendship and love for each other would not let me do that. Although I just returned from home Sunday it doesn't feel like home because so many of my friends have gone on. I miss your friendship, your laugh, that crazy little bow leg walk up yours. Most of all, I miss the sound of your voice. I miss the smile in your eyes. I miss you're my best friend.
EDWIN HENDERSON
August 1, 2012
BROTHER ITS BEEN NINE MONTHS SINCE YOU LEFT ME HERE ALL ALONE.I MISS YOU MORE EACH PASSING DAY.I KNOW YOU WERE TIRED OF FIGHTING,IF ONLY I COULD HAVE HELP YOU FOUGHT THIS FIGHT.YOU DIDN,T CLING TO THIS LIFE OR ANYTHING HERE ON THIS CORRUPT PLACE.YOU FOUGHT THE GOOD FIGHT AND SURRENDERED UNTO GOD SWEET WISPHER.I LOOK FORWARD TO THE DAY WHEN WE SEE EACH OTHER IN HEAVEN.WE WILL SEE GOD,MOSSES,FATHER ABRAHAM,KING DAVID,SOLOMON,ZECHARIAH,ETC.WE WILL SAT BESIDE THE CRYSTAL SEA,WALK ON STREETS OF GOLD,AND SAT AROUND GOD FEET. OH WHAT A JOYFUL DAY THAT WILL BE.I PRAY WHEN MY TIME COMES AND ANGELS APPEAR TO TAKE ME HOME TO BE WITH GOD THAT YOUR FACE ALONG WITH MY MOTHER WILL BE THE SECOND ONE I SEE AFTER GOD THE FATHER.SO WATCH OVER ME AS I WALK THIS JOURNEY,HELP ME UP WHEN I STUMBLE.THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU I SAID I KNOW YOU WERE TIRED,BUT IF YOU WANTED TO TRY OUT YOUR ANGEL WINGS I UNDERSTOOD.STILL IT WAS SO HARD TO LET YOU FLY AWAY. I MISS YOU SO MUCH BRO.
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Jerome and Shirley Knox
December 12, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your love one. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord so just know that George is resting in the arms of our Lord and Savior. And he is too wise to make a mistake. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Hold on to the memories of George and he will forever be in your hearts.
December 11, 2011
God strengthens and comforts us all at this time, as we all share much grief, but much love, for our beloved brother George. ---Brother/Sister Marcellus & Paulette Anderson
Lena Steppe-Jones
December 11, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
shantel washington_koonce
December 11, 2011
To the johnson family.im so sorry to hear of the passing of such a wounderful man like george.i will miss him dearly.
Dr. Moses Woode
December 11, 2011
Dear Mr and Mrs. Johnson,
I am truly sorry to learn about the loss of George. I had the privilege of working with him at the UVA Medical Center for many years. I will always remember his smile, joy, and friendliness. May he rest in peace.
May God comfort and strengthen you and your family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy and condolences,
Emily Frances Coffey
December 10, 2011
Most of my career at UVA was spent in the hospital. I remember George well for his warm greetings and smile when we met in the hallways. Patients were certainly blessed by this fine young man. As another person wrote, “he had a special way of making your day brighter”! May God bless the family during this difficult time.
December 9, 2011
Iam so sorry to hear of Georges passing.He was a great guy who could put a smile on your face even in the worst of times.My prayers and thoughts are with you
george steppe
December 9, 2011
to the family of GEORGE JOHNSON was sad to hear the passing of george that all we did when we ran into one was talked sport and family i sorry i didnt see you again cause i kept you on my mind i just asked mary my wife have you seen george later than i heard you had passed george was one brother who always stayed the same with me a real soul brother so i will always keep that in my heart about GEORGE R.I.P.
Mary Lang
December 9, 2011
I miss his smile. He was a truly special man. He never met a stranger. I will continue to pray for his family though I never met them. I am saddened at the news, but know I will see him again one day.
December 9, 2011
Georgie,
We will always love you and characterized you with a relentless kindred spirit. May you rest in peace.
~Veronica and Vera Washington
Roberta Brown
December 9, 2011
Georgie Johnson,
One day I will see you on the other side.
I will always love you.
Roberta
Earlene Jones
December 9, 2011
To the family of George, it took me a little time to figure out who Bobby was talking about when he used to say please pray for my brother George and i would alway say Bobby i pray for your family as if it is my own ..so i alway prayed for him not to suffer, i remember George now always a nice guy always polite and smiling and i never relized that he were Bobby and Ronnie brother until i saw his picture..George don't have to suffer any more because he is now in the hands of his Father, I pray for the family to be strong and remember all of the good times that you guys shared. Rest in peace George, tell Mike hello for me..because the good thing is, you guys don't have to suffer anymore!
Sherri Davis
December 9, 2011
George was a kind and giving person, even up to the week of his death he was thinking of others. George knew my husband shared a love for the Raiders so he sent my husband a memorabilia from the Raiders collection. He also did a great service for the University of Virginia Health System. He is greatly missed.
CRAIG, JOANN SHELTON AND FAMILY
December 9, 2011
TO THE FAMILY,
IN LOVING MEMORY OF A WONDERFUL FRIEND. WE WILL CHERISH HIS MEMORIES FOREVER. GEORGE WILL ALWAYS LIVE IN OUR HEARTS. MAY YOU CONTINUE TO FEEL COMFORTED BY THE LOVE AND SUPPORT OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Sherry- Wilson Gray
December 9, 2011
To the Johnson family. So sorry to hear of George passing. He was a wonderful and very loving person who will be truely missed.
Johnetta Gordon
December 9, 2011
God Bless the family.May you seek comfort in the hands of the Lord.
Johnetta Gordon
Sylvia Woodfolk
December 9, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Leona Brown
December 9, 2011
To the Family
George was such a sweet person. Alway had a smile and a kind word. He will be sorely missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
EDWIN HENDERSON
December 9, 2011
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE JOHNSON FAMILY.ALL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE KNOWS GEORGE WAS LIKE A BROTHER TO ME.WE WERE CLOSER THAN BROTHERS IN ALL WAYS.WE FLEW ABOVE THE CLOUDS.HE GAVE ME THE CONFIDENT TO RIDE A MOTORCYCLE.I BOUGHT ONE BECAUSE HE STOPPED RIDING IN BIG GREEN (HIS GREEN NOVA)HE TOLD ME I WAS A NATURAL AND JUST DO LIKE HE TOLD ME.( AT LEAST 20 TIMES)I DID MY FIRST SOLO ON PAOLI ST.HE WAS LIKE A PROUD FATHER WATCHING HIS SON TAKE HIS FIRST STEPS.I OWE HIM SO MUCH FOR HIS UNDYING FRIENDSHIP.HE COULD MAKE YOU LAUGH SO HARD YOUR STOMACH HURT.HE LOVED WWF WRESTLING.WE WENT TO MANY A MATCHES IN RICHMOND.WE ALL WAYS CHEERED FOR THE BAD GUYS.HE CALLED ME BIG GREG(GREG VALENTINE),BUTCH PRESTON(NATURE BOY RICK FLAIR),ETC.2TIMOTHY 4:6-8 SAYS,FOR I AM NOW READY TO BE OFFERED AND THE TIME OF MY DEPARTURE IS AT HAND.I HAVE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT,IHAVE FINISHED MY COURSE,I HAVE KEPT THE FAITH.HENCEFORTH THERE IS A CROWN OF RIGHTEOUSNESS,WHICH THE LORD,THE RIGHTEOUS JUDGE SHALL GIVE ME AT THAT DAY:AND NOT TO ME ONLY,BUT UNTO ALL THEM ALSO THAT LOVE HIS APPEARING.I WAS LAST WITH MY BROTHER LABOR DAY WEEKEND.WE WATCHED NASCAR RACING AND TALKED FOOTBALL.I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH THE YEARS OF OUR FRIENDSHIP.THE MEMORIES OF A LIFE WELL LIVED.THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER GEORGE JOHNSON.THE BEST FRIEND ANY ONE COULD ASK FOR.GOD BLESS YOU.
Angela Estes
December 9, 2011
To the Family:
The love and kindness that Georgie shared will never be forgotten. My prayers and heart felt words of sympathy are extended to each and every one of you. May the saddness in your hearts be replaced with joy of the Lord.
Beta Childress
December 9, 2011
To the Johnson Family,
I offer my and family prayers to you duing this difficult period. George set an example for all to follow. I had the honor or speaking with him at Reids Market about a year ago. He advised me of his illness an instead of being down hearted, he spoke of the kindness of his family and support team at UVA and his faith. He will be missed and remembered as a positive example to all who knew him.
William and Bonnie Seay-Johnson
December 8, 2011
George was such a great person. He will be truly missed. God bless the family.
Karen Jackson-Reid
December 8, 2011
to God be the Glory' Peace be Still! George, was a every Day Angel. The Way he lived his Life and showed Love always for everybody. A life well lived in Faith and LOVE daily. Rest my brother until we met again in Heaven
Mrs. Carter
December 8, 2011
To The Johnson Family:
There are only (1) set of footprints in the sand now. Jesus is carrying George!
Our prayers are with you.
Pat & Spence Carter
Richmond, VA
Elida Logan
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family,
I am saddened to have heard of the loss of George. George was always kind and respectful to me and to everyone he interacted with in his daily encounters. May the Lord welcome George Home, and comfort your family.
Joe Johnson
December 8, 2011
"To God be the Glory" Rest in Peace.
Friends at Emily Couric Cancer Center
December 8, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Karen Henderson
December 8, 2011
To the family of George Johnson,
I met George when I first started at UVA and worked with him in Transportation. I was very saddened to hear of his passing, but I know he is in a better place and is now pain free. I will always remember his warm smiles and kind words, and he will be greatly missed.
Deborah Shelton
December 8, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Alfred Wilson
December 8, 2011
I love you George and will miss you! Thank you for being my cousin. Love Alfred!
Lisa Morris
December 8, 2011
I will miss seeing George at UVA. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. May God comfort the family in your time of sorrow.
carmen tate
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family sorry for the loss of your love one. George was a great person. I will keep you in my prayer. Carmen Tate-UVA
Dodie Maupin & Family
December 8, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Belinda Wilson
December 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Curley Anderson-Haliburton
December 8, 2011
Sending my blessings and love to the entire family. I will always remember George as such a really nice person. May you R.I.P.
Pat Battle-UVA
December 8, 2011
I will never forget George. He always had a smile and a light pat on the shoulder for me where ever I saw him in UVA. George was one of the kindest persons I had the pleasure of knowing. I am so saddened for his passing but know he now resides in a better place free of pain and suffering. Love to you always George.
December 8, 2011
George was one of the nicest men I have ever met and I am proud to call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers go to his family.
Angie Cempre
Ms. Travis Key
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family,
George will be missed by everyone he touched! He was always a gentleman and greeted everyone with kindness! May God bless you all in your dark hours! I am blessed to say I could call him a friend!
kevin wilson
December 8, 2011
With love from your cousin Kevin Wilson from D.C.
LIZ AUSTIN
December 8, 2011
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME WE WILL MISS GEORGE LIZ AUSTIN UVA PHARMACY
Minister Tanya Richardson
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of George's passing. However, per my many conversations with him and discussions of his great pain. I celebrate his homegoing knowing that his pain is no more. You all were great neighbors to us for many years on Paoli St. George was one of a kind and always wore a smile. I will remember the thoughts of my daughter at Girl Scout cookie season, "mommy, we have to go see Mr. George." Because she knew, that Mr. George would buy so many cookies we never really needed to go any further. Hold on to your precious memories and may God comfort you through this sorrowful time. Always here if you need us. Love, peace and many blessings be upon you !
Carolyn Harris
December 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Yolonda ,Jalyn, Dimitri ,Conchita
December 8, 2011
We luv u .......
December 8, 2011
George will be missed. Always laughing and smiling. Thats how we will remember him. He was always full of life and fun to talk with. Rest in peace! Your friends from Hospital Maintenance.
Jaye Davis
December 8, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of George's passing and send my deepest symathy to his family. George was unwaveringly kind to patients,visitors and colleagues at UVA. I'm grateful to have worked with him over the years. He will be greatly missed.
Simona Loving Gilbert
December 8, 2011
To the family:
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Nathan Childress
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family,
George and I were good friends in high school. We played football together for the Lane High J.V. team. He was our best, and fastest, player. We walked home together after practice every day. He was a very good person with great character....and funny. He will be missed.
Duffy Jones
December 8, 2011
In loving memory of a friend, I'll miss George and his smile. I'll miss our football debates. All the best to his family, he's with the Lord now. God bless
TWEETLY
December 8, 2011
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE JOHNSON FAMILY, I'VE KNOWN GEORGIE FROM A YOUNG BOY..HE WAS A VERY PLEASANT PERSON.ALWAYS HAD A SMILE AND A JOKE FOR ME..LOSING A LOVED ONE IS HARD ..YOU DONT HAVE TO GET OVER IT..YOU JUST HAVE TO LEARN TO LIVE WITH IT!REST IN PEACE "GEORGIE"
T.J AND PAULA CRAWFORD
December 8, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jennifer McKee
December 8, 2011
George was the nicest man! He would always say hello, no matter who you were! His smile will be missed. I will pray for you. God is with you.
Roxanne Jones
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family
George will always be remembered for his kind words and smile. You all are in our prayers. May God comfort and support you during this time.
Roxanne Jones & Family
Bennett & Shirley Johnson
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family:
George was a one of a kind neighbor and friend. We will miss him so much. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Tracy Roche
December 8, 2011
To the family,
I was a friend and co-worker of George's for many years. I've spoke with his mother and his sister numerous times. He and I were avid race and football fans and we both loved Dale Earnhardt. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Tracy Roche
December 8, 2011
I know your family called you "Georgie" but I used to call you that too. I'll miss our conversations on how Dale Jr did on every race and how he surely wasn't his father! You tell Dale how much of a fan I was of his and I always will be!
December 8, 2011
To The Johnson Family,
I will never forget you George-we met once during my mom stay at UVA-our conversation was a good one-May God wrap you in his loving arms and welcome you home. You don't need to worry no more. Rest in peace
Diane Garrett UVA
Bremo Bluff,Va
Susie Lawhorne
December 8, 2011
I work at UVA and will always remember George for his warm greetings and smile. He had a special way of making your day brighter and I always enjoyed meeting him in the hallway to stop and chat.
May God bless the family during this difficult time.
lewis Johnson
December 8, 2011
Ron and family. It will be alright.
Donna Wilson
December 8, 2011
Love you family I will see you Saturday
Rest in peace George
Judy Mills
December 8, 2011
To The Johnson Family,
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time, With Deepest Sympathy.
Marvin & Judy Mills
Peggie Donowitz
December 8, 2011
I am a nurse at UVA who worked with George for many years. He always greeted me with "Hello nice lady", which always brought a smile to my face and made my day a bit brighter. I miss him but am glad he is at peace.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Peggie Donowitz
scott wheeler
December 8, 2011
George may you rest in peace. you will be missed by that you have touched.
Ralph Terrell & Family
December 8, 2011
To The Johnson Family,
Please except our deepest sympathy. He was a very nice person and will be missed by many.
Frank and Cece Walker
December 8, 2011
To the Johnson Family,
George was truly a dear freind to all and will be missed by all. May God bless you at this time and always.
Tiola Henderson and Family
December 8, 2011
To The Family Of George Johnson,We send our very deepest of sympathy to you.Lisa and Larry I Love You! May our sweet memories of george last us all a Life time.
December 8, 2011
The Johnson Family, Sorry for your loss. Carter Family (Charlottesville,Va)
Debbie and Curtis Burton
December 8, 2011
Rest in peace George. No more suffering or pain.
December 8, 2011
Johnson family, Sorry for your loss.Carter Family Charlottesville Va.
DOREEN/DODIE WELLS
December 8, 2011
To the Family: George will be really missed, seeing his smile each moring at UVA and just a quick talk about what the number was last night, Asking you each moring how you doing. He was really loved and cared about everyone. I knew George from school CHS and we had some good times. He will be truly missed. I ask God to touch each one of you and hold you tight. God has picked another flower from the garden and place it among his feet.
Barbara Egwim
December 8, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jared Johnson
December 8, 2011
Uncle George, love you man.
jillian johnson elias adali
December 8, 2011
love you uncle george
Jerome Knox
December 8, 2011
Sorry for your lost may you find comfort as time passes. George will be missed but always in somebodies conversation because that the way he touched so many hearts. Keeping the family in prayer .
The Johnson Family
December 8, 2011
Georgie, we know you are smiling down on us from your new home in heaven. We miss you. Our abundant love for you will never diminish. We will cherish our family memories together until we all meet again.
Rich blessings man of God, from your Mom, Pops, Ronnie, Bobby, Larry and Lisa
sheena allen
December 8, 2011
My thought and prayers are with everyone. George was like a uncle to me and he was always there. He was a great spirited and a beautiful person. I love him and going to miss him dearly. We always had our talks about football and he always talked about baseball (i which I didn't know anything of..lol) I love you uncle George and you will be deeply missed. Love always Sheena Allen
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