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Sarah Johnson Obituary
Sarah "Sharon" Simmons Johnson, 49, of Chesapeake, VA passed away on Monday, May 23, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at St. Phillip A.M.E. Church, Monticello with burial in the Church Cemetery. Viewing-visitation will be 3-8 p.m. Friday at TILLMAN OF TALLAHASSEE 850-942-1950, with the family receiving friends from 6-7.
A 1979 graduate of Leon High School, Ms. Johnson earned a bachelor's degree in Childhood Development and Family Relations from Florida State University and a master's degree in Urban Education and Community Counseling from Norfolk State University. She was a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Chesapeake. A Clinical Social Worker at Southeastern Virginia Training Center, "Sharon" was dedicated to her career and truly loved by her clients.
Treasuring her love and precious memories are her two sons, Marvin Anthony Evans of Richmond, VA and Christopher Tywan Johnson of Hollywood, FL; her loving mother, Sarah Lawrence Simmons, Tallahassee, FL; her loyal companion, Ricky Jackson; two brothers, Samuel Lawrence, Miami, FL, and Clyde Lawrence, Jacksonville, FL; three sisters, Diane Baker, Miami, FL, Carolyn Simmons, Fayetteville, NC and Cynthia Simmons Turner of Fayetteville, GA; along with a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and devoted friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Henry Simmons, Sr.; brother, Henry Simmons, Jr.; and sister, Mattie Mae Simmons.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sarah Johnson
Shelia Gayle
May 28, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shelia Gayle
May 27, 2020
MUCH LOVE TO THE FAMILY
Shelia G Carter
May 29, 2019
My family you're still in my prayers it's nothing that we get over we just have to learn how to adjust and ask GOD for strength. Much Luv Shelia Gayle
Elliott and Barbara Kindred
June 18, 2011
I will miss my cousin dearly coming to the Lawrence Family Reunion. I am so glad that we were able to go and be with the family doing her homecoming in Talle'Fla. What an awesome time it was being with family I knew and meeting new family members as we celebrate her life.
Jan Lawrence-Johnson
June 8, 2011
My beloved SisterAuntie Sharon was truly the light,calmness and peacefulness of our family. Her infectious laughter and smile would bring such joy, when you needed it most. Although, quiet by nature, Shar was so smart and could engage us in many conversations. From her I take comfort in knowing that she had a personal relationship with God, and her loving devotion to her children and this family will continue through all of us! Shar, was simply the BEST! Good, Faithful, loving, Young and the Restless-Oprah watching, tennis fanatic, melted chocolate ice cream loving Auntie..... WELL DONE!!
Until we meet again,our Eternal Love, your belove niece,
Janice Lawrence-Johnson
Mary F. Ayers, Julius Ferguson, Sheila Lawrence-James and Lisa Lawrence- DeBerac
June 7, 2011
It has been many years (the late 80's) since we last saw Sharon, but the years apart doesn't make it any easier to cope with the loss of our beloved Sharon.
To our family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We loved Sharon, and we love you too. Love Willie "Bubba" or "Peter Pan" Lawrence's adult kids...
Gayle Carter
June 7, 2011
Wish that I could have been there. But my heart goes out to the family. You all are in my prayers. And the little that I read about my cousin she was truly a blessing. GOD BLESS YOU ALL MUCH LOVE. Your cousin Shelia Gayle from Detroit, Michigan
Lisa Studivant
June 3, 2011
Blessings to the family. In the short time that I was able to work with Sarah she touched my life in a positive way and I will cherish the fun times we had in the office. May God keep you at your time of loss.
Lisa Studivant, Virginia Beach, VA
Blond Ramsey
June 2, 2011
You will be greatly missed
First A.B Church
June 2, 2011
Blessing to the Simmons and Johnson Families from First African Missionary Baptist Church (Rev. Quinten Morris SR.), St. Simons Island, Ga. May the Lord comfort you in your time of Lost. Sarah will always be remember as a Saint in our eyes amd we know she is rejoicing in the arms of our savior Jesus. Our sincerest sypathy from the Baisden, Roberts, Banks and the staff of First A.B. on St. Simons.
Sevron Wilson
June 2, 2011
Miss you cutey....I know you and Choo Choo are having a ball. Save me some cake.
Caretta Brown
June 2, 2011
Sharon touched the lives of so many and gave unconditionally. She is truly an Angel and will forever live in my heart. Her love for her sisters truly inspired me. She will be missed greatly and loved forever! May God continue to bless your family.
Catherine L. Barnes
June 2, 2011
Sarah will always be remembered for her dedication to those that she worked with, her infectious smile, and her outgoing personality. Her legacy will remain in the lives of those she touched. May God's love and peace give you comfort during your time of sorrow.
raymonde johnson
June 2, 2011
it was a pleasure to know Sarah and to see such a smiling face when having a conversation with her. May God continue to comfort you during your time of bereavement. Raymonde Johnson (sevtc)
June 2, 2011
To her family, I still see her smiling face, especially when she said she was in "love" last summer. I am sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed.
June 2, 2011
To The Family It is With Deepest Sympathy and a Heavy Heart as I write this. Sharon was a beautiful person with a beautiful loving kind spirit, that God shared with us on earth. God has given Sharon her angel wings to fly a little higher and rest in his care. May God's Grace & Mercy Keep each of you in his care and help you through this difficult time. We will miss Sharon dearly.
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ELDER JOE AND ELLA COLSON AND FAMILY
June 2, 2011
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