Vivian Johnson

Vivian W. Johnson NORFOLK - Vivian W. Johnson, a resident of Norfolk, passed away Nov. 27, 2008. She was the daughter of the late James and Essie Watford and was the third of eight children. She completed her high school education in Powellsville, N.C., and her undergraduate and graduate studies at Norfolk State University. Ms. Johnson was a loyal and faithful member of New Calvary Baptist Church. She often stated that her role in life was to serve others - not to be served. This was apparent in her many accomplishments and commendations at the local, state and national levels. She received national recognition for working with the National Youth Sports Program and was also honored by NASA for working with and supporting the National Pre-Service Teacher Education Program. Ms. Johnson also served as president of the NSU Association of Educational Office Personnel. She retired from Norfolk State University as coordinator of the Child Care Training Program which was designed to train and assist welfare mothers to be successful in new careers. She leaves behind to celebrate her life, a daughter, Dr. Vivian Ikpa of Delaware; a devoted niece and nephew, Yvonne and David Thompson of Virginia Beach; a brother, Joseph Watford of Pennsylvania; a sister, Kathleen Elizabeth Watford of Virginia Beach; a caring brother-in-law, Leroy Harrell of Houston, Texas; and a host of other relatives. She also leaves behind scores of friends. Visitation will take place Sunday from 2 until 4 p.m. in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel, Virginia Beach. A funeral will be held at noon Monday in New Calvary Baptist Church, Norfolk. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.