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Gradson Johnson Obituary

JOHNSON Mr. Gradson Andrew Johnson, age 83, passed away peacefully May 20, 2008 in a local hospital. A Jacksonville, FL native, he received his early education in local public schools. Furthering his education, he attended Tuskegee Institute. Formerly he was a member of St. Joseph United Methodist Church, and more recently Universal Triumph- The Church of God & Kingdom of Christ. Mr. Johnson served his country honorably in the U.S. Army. He was employed by the U. S. Postal Service, and later as a Production Dispatcher at NAS JAX from where he retired after over 30 years of dedicated service. He was predeceased by his parents and leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife of 55 years, Mrs. Beatrice Johnson; sons, Reginald Johnson, I. (Alfreda), Kevin Johnson (Denise) and Shawn Johnson (Mia); daughters, Mses. Esterlita Rose, Alicyn Brooks (Stanley), and Sharon Martin; 13 grandchildren; sisters, Mses. Vivian Moore and Almetya Lodi; brothers-in-law, Willie Dorsey (Deloris) and Earnest Dorsey; sisters- in-law, Mmes. Ruth Johnson and Catherine Johnson, a number of other relatives and friends. FUNERAL SERVICE will be held 11 AM, Saturday, May 24, 2008 in the Rufus E. Payne Memorial Chapel of the mortuary, Rev. Jeffrey Francis, Associate Pastor of First Timothy Missionary Baptist Church, officiating. Mr. Johnson will rest in the mortuary for visitation Friday from 5 PM until 8 PM (where the family will receive friends at 5 PM) and Saturday from 9 AM until the hour of service. Memorialization will be by Cremation. Cortege will assemble at 11695 Bridges Rd. under the direction of ALPHONSO WEST MORTUARY, INC., 4409 Soutel Dr. 904-766-9671. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from May 22 to May 23, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Gradson Johnson

Sponsored by Reginald Andrew Johnson his son.

15 Entries

Reginald Johnson

August 25, 2016

Thinking of you and keeping our family together. All is well and we miss your physical presence but feel your spirtual presence daily. Lo e you daddy.

Reginald Johnson

June 15, 2014

Thinking of you on this Father's Day. We miss you and love you so
All is well and thank you .

Reginald Johnson

July 27, 2012

Daddy we miss you and your guidance. Our family is strong and your chrildren are keeping the family together. I feel your presence daily and remember all the life lessons you have taught us.

Reginald Johnson

August 16, 2011

Daddy you are missed. Its been 3 years since your assention and the family is strong and well Love you and miss your guidance.

Reginald Johnson

July 29, 2010

Daddy we miss you and your guidance. Its been 2 years since your assention but you taught us to be strong and live. I feel your presence each day. You live in us.

Our family appreciates the continued prayers for the family and positive energy sent our way. My Yahweh continue to keep you and our family in his loving grace.

Reginald Johnson

July 20, 2009

It has been a year since daddy assended to our heavenly father. I miss him very much but I feel his presence daily. Daddy loved his family and we him. We appreciate the prayers and thoughts of everyone. My Yahweh continue to bless each of you.

Lillie Ruth W. Blue R. N.

June 13, 2008

You have my sincere sympathy in loss of your love one. It is my prayer
that God will comfort you not only
today but always and he will take of
you.

REGINA TIMMONS

May 24, 2008

Kevin & Denise and Family,
May you all find peace in this difficult time. I'm so sorry to hear about MR.Johnson when I heard I couldn't get to you but I want you all to know "I LOVE YOU" and you're in my prayers always. I'll get with you shortly for we can all get together . But you stay strong and remember I'll always be there if you & Denise ever need me....

Love Ya
"GINA"
Friend Always
Ribault Class of 1975

Larry Green

May 24, 2008

You no only God known why but he is a just God he sprinkled millions of memories so you can always feel Mr Johnson Love for his family. We feel his presence near and God will bring the family though the hard times, so to the family be with the Light

Larry green
USW Local 8461

Mrs. Ola M. Evans

May 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mary Ann Daniels Richardson

May 23, 2008

Almetya and Family, I was sorry to hear the passing of your brother. May God strengthen you and your family at this time.

Latrece Rowell - First Coast Band Boosters

May 23, 2008

Mr. J.,
My deepest symphony for your loss. My prayers are with you, Freda, the kids and the rest of your family as you cope with this difficult moment.

Floyd & Brenda Fisher

May 23, 2008

Aunt Bea,
We will miss Uncle Gradson. I pray God will give you strength day by day. The both of you are role models for a lasting marriage. We are grateful for the support and guidance he has given Floyd over the years. We love you.

Glenell Harness

May 23, 2008

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF LOSS. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS EACH OF YOU.

Diana Willis

May 22, 2008

Aunt T,

We all will miss Uncle Gradson. I can remember the support he gave my mother and my family. He was like a father to us. I am sadden that I will not be able to share his homegoing. I will miss the times he would say to me "Gone girl". I will always cherish his memories and support. My love to the family.
Your Loving Niece:
Diana G. Fisher-Willis Baghdad, Iraq.

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