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VALERIE A. JOHNSON
AGE: 68 PLAINFIELD
Valerie A. Johnson, 68, died Friday, January 14, 2011 at Haven Hospice at JFK Medical Center in Edison. She was born in Plainfield, and was a lifelong resident of Plainfield and Scotch Plains. Valerie received her Bachelor's degree in English from Bloomfield College, as well as earning various degrees from Kean College, Trenton State University, and Drew University. She was an Elementary School Educator for Plainfield Public Schools. She taught at Washington School for over 25 years before moving to Woodland School, where she taught for 3 years before retiring in 1993. Valerie also enjoyed bowling as well as video productions.
Her parents; Keith and Vivian Craig Hall predeceased Valerie. She is survived by her daughter, Monica L. Johnson; her son, Michael K. Johnson; her three grandchildren, Taylor M. Johnson, Tyrese N. Matthews, and Elijah M. Moore; her great-granddaughter, Chanel M.Ware; as well as many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins and aunts.
Visitation will be at Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South Ave., Fanwood on Tuesday from 7-9PM. Funeral services will be on Wednesday at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 1430 Park Ave. in Plainfield at 11AM. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains. For additional information or to express condolences, please visit www.fanwoodmemorial.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Valerie Johnson
Albert Scott
April 16, 2011
Dearest VJ, without you I would have never made it through the three years at Woodland School. You will always have a special place in my heart because you absolutely kept me sane and true to myself!
I will love you forever! Love Albert Anthony Scott. I am looking for your star in the sky! Love always Scott.
Laura Lech
March 15, 2011
I am so very, very,sorry for the Johnson family's loss. Valerie was tremendously kind to me when my son was born. Her words of Faith gave me so much strength and comfort. She was a Lady in the truest sense of the word. God Bless you and keep you close.
Maurrie Brown
January 29, 2011
Deepest sorrow to the family.When you return to teach at a school you attended it gives special dedication to that community.Val paid her dues and we thank her for a job well done.God Bless
Dawn Brown
January 26, 2011
I had the wonderful pleasure of knowing Valerie and having her as my second Mom for many years. I have been truly blessed to have her in my life as a child. Monica and Mikey you are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
Valerie Grimes
January 25, 2011
She was loved, a devoted woman of education. I did not have her as my teacher: my nieces and daugther had the blessings of being taught by her. Her beauty alone was just one of many giving blessings for those who knew her. I am blessed to have been bold enough to meet with her. True lady.. You are at peace now: Mrs Johnson I will never forget you are the kinds words you shared with me.
Valerie Jean Grimes
January 21, 2011
To the Johnson family, I express my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you at this time. May God comfort and guide you with his prayers. Louis E. Hawkins, Sr.
ANTOINETTE GALE WILSON
January 21, 2011
MAY GOD PEACE & COMFORT TO THE FAMILY, I WILL KEEP YOUR FAMILY IN PRAY!
January 19, 2011
To Val's family,
I worked with Val for a number of years and considered her a friend and coworker. She will be sorely missed. May she rest in God's perfect peace.
Love,
Ira Blackwell (A Washington School family member)
January 18, 2011
Val and I were long time friends. I will miss her tremendously. God's peace and comfort comes in times of sorrow.
Love,
Barbara Howell Plainfield, NJ
John Roney
January 18, 2011
The Roney family extends their deepest sympathy and prayers for the Johnson family during this time of loss. Know that Valerie is resting in Gods hands.
Valerie Johnson was my 6th grade teacher at Washington School, and she also taught my children there in the late 1980's and early 1990's. I remember as a student she told me the importance of gettng a good foundation and education in order to help me attain the things I wanted in life. Although petite in stature, Valerie's genuine concern for her students extended well beyond the physical borders of the school property. I have three children that are now adults that were taught and influenced in the same caring way that I was shown so many years ago. My middle daughter kept all awards and certificates given to her by Mrs. Johnson and that is an indication
of the positive influence one caring teacher can have. I am thankful for teachers like Valerie A. Johnson, having been a student and parent of students. There are teachers that truly make a difference
in the lives of those they teach, Valerie even more so.
John T. Roney Sr
Adona N. Roney
Diona N. Roney-Guy
John T. Roney Jr
January 18, 2011
Deepest sympathy to the family from long time friend. James H. Ganey
January 18, 2011
To the Johnson Family,my prayers go out to the family in the loss of your loved one.Valerie was a kind loving person.I've known her since 4th grade.God will comfort and heal.
Earl L. Brown Sr Mechanicsville,Va
antoinette wilson
January 17, 2011
My the lord bring peace & joy in the time of need to the family name of jesus and will keep the family in pray!
Kimberly Nix
January 17, 2011
May the Lord comfort the Johnson Family during this time. We will remember Ms.Johnson as dedicated mother, grandmother and dedicated educator. We will remember her smile and her good nature. May her light shine on.Peace and Blessings.
Kimberly Nix and Family
January 17, 2011
May you look to God for peace and understanding on your beloved passing from this life.She will be remembered as a sweet,loveable friend and phenomenal teacher.Praying for the family.
Gerri Jones - Smith,Plainfild,NJ
Doris & Harley Spaulding
January 17, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Lawrence L Franklin
January 17, 2011
Would Like to extend my sympathy and sorrow to such a great Individual whom were so dearly Love. Have known her from childhood and shall Place her at the hands of God. Rest my Dear for God has spoken and placed you at the Throne from now on....
Rest in Peace
Larry and Flor Franklin
January 17, 2011
Our Deepest and Heartfelt Sympathy to the Bereaved Family of Ms. Johnson...Our Prayers for the Eternal Repose of Her Soul...Larry and Flor Franklin
January 17, 2011
May Good Bless Ms. Johnson and her whole family.
Kevin Eldridge Rochester NY
Azzizzah Muhammad
January 16, 2011
On this Day & Always...
May God's blessing be with you...
Deepst Condolences....
Alfred M Lilly
January 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul F. Johnson Sr.
January 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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