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Richard Johnson Obituary
Born in New York, NY, a son of the late Robert Johnson Jr. and Esme (Thompson) Smith of Ithaca, NY.
Richard was employed by the Narragansett Bay Commission as an environmental monitor.
Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by, sons, Richard Watts, Jarard Watts and Anthony Johnson, all of Providence, daughters, Chareyce Davis of Virginia Beach, VA and Chantelle Isom of Providence, brothers, Bernard Johnson of Morris, IL, Robert Johnson III of Lincoln, Carver Johnson of Liverpool, NY and Kevin Johnson of Norwich, CT, sisters, Deborah Anderson of Englewood, NJ and Barbara Ann Godfrey of Ithaca, NY, and 4 grandchildren.
Funeral 12 Noon, Wednesday, in Ebenezer Baptist Church, 475 Cranston Street, Providence; viewing begins at 10am. Burial will be in North Burial Ground. www.Bright-FuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Johnson
Sponsored by Jerald Andrew Jeffrey & Lisa M. Ciccarone.
Dee Dee Ruth Lowell
June 17, 2022
My Deepest Condolences To The Johnson Family.Rest In Heavenly Peace Richard, You will bet Missed
Daquan Huguley
January 7, 2009
Uncle,
It was our first Christmas without you. Your presence was definitly missed. I missed picking out a gift for you and watching you open it. I also missed your smile and you laugh. I am sure that I speak for everybody when i say WE MISS YOU.
August 3, 2008
TO CHARLENE AND THE JOHNSON FAMILY. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. HOWEVER, RICHARD IS WITH THE LORD, HE HAS A NEW BODY AND NO LONGER SUFFERING. BECAUSE OF HIS LOVE FOR GOD, HE IS ABLE TO BE WITH YOU EVERY DAY, EVERY MINUTE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. CHARLENE, I LOVE YOU. YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST, BEVERLY VIERA (MISS BEV).
Daquan Huguley
July 17, 2008
Uncle Richard,
You are all I think about. 24/7.
I wish you did not have to go
but we cant go against Gods will.
I am just glad you don't have to suffer anymore. I love and miss you.
Your nephew, Daquan
RICHARD WATTS
July 6, 2008
i want u too kno that i love and miss u alot and u will always be in my heart morning noon and night u were the best dad anyone can have love you
QIMANNI WATTS
July 6, 2008
PAPI,
I WILL FOREVER BE PAPI LITTLE GIRL
LOVE YOUR GRANDDAUGHTER QIMANNI
Qimanni Watts
July 6, 2008
PAPI,
I LOVE YOU AN MISS YOU, AN I THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING THAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME..YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART TILL I SEE YOU AGAIN..I COULDN'T HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER GRANDFATHER YOU ARE THE BEST PAPI IN THE WORLD AN I LOVE YOU AN MISS YOU SO DEARLY..
LOVE YOU ALWAYS
YOUR GRANDDAUGHTER QIMANNI
Rachel Strom
July 6, 2008
DAD,
I know you were not my blood father but you always treated me as if i was, An I thank you for everything that you have ever done for me an your granddaughter QIMANNI who you loved so dearly, You will forever be MISSED AN LOVED AN ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS till we see you again...I LOVE YOU DAD AN MISS YOU SO MUCH I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE THAT YOU'RE NOT HERE..I Love You DAD...
Your Daughter In Law Rachel
Chareyce Davis
June 30, 2008
Daddy,
You will be greatly missed! We shared some wonderful times as father and daughter should! There's not one bad memory that I have of you. I couldn't have asked for a better father!!! I know one day I will see you again in the New Jerusalem!!! Always Daddy's Girl (Chareyce)!!
Chareyce Davis
June 30, 2008
Daddy,
You have touched so many lives including mines. I just wanted to let you know that I MISS YOU AND I LOVE YOU AND I WILL SEE YOU AT THE FLOOD GATES TO HEAVEN!!
GREGORY & TANIA HARRIS
June 29, 2008
to my best friend
i'm truely sorry for your loss if you need any thing or just to talk we 're here for you. may god bless you & keep watch over you & your family
We love you The Harris Family
Diane Roberts
June 28, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lisa Ciccarone
June 25, 2008
Esme, Charlene, Andrew, Carver, Diana-my love and deepest sympathy goes out to you all as well as all of Richard's beautiful family and friends. His memories and beautiful smile will carry on forever to all of his loved ones. I love you all, and I'm here for anything you may need. I will continue to pray for your peace and strength.
Mckinley Ford
June 25, 2008
Charyece,
Sorry for your lost.You are never alone when you need some one to talk to Im here. Beaver
Deb Foss
June 25, 2008
Bob, I am so sorry for you in the loss of your brother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
bubbie/caroline silva
June 25, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
bubbie/caroline silva
June 25, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
joseph/caroline correia
June 25, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
David M. Vespia
June 24, 2008
I am so so sorry, but am so glad that I had the chance to now someone so kind and cheerful. Charlene I know the sorry that is running through your heart, but know this, as you told me, the lord our God has a plan. He shall embrace us with all of his glory and give us the strength in our time of need! I love you truthfully from my heart and I will miss Richard dearly! May he rest in peaceful tranquility. Love Always your friend! David "Bid Daddy" Vespia
tina and leonard watts scott families
June 24, 2008
ms esme charlene and family you have our deepest sympathy.over the loss of your loved one we will keep you in our prayers.
aunt tina and uncle leonard watts scott.families.
June 24, 2008
val so sorry to hear of the loss of richard.ricky and jarard. sorry for the loss of your dad.his pain is over he is resting in peace.we all share your pain and we love you all dearly.
Nita
June 24, 2008
Charlene, Robert and the Johnson family. My god be with you though this time. He will heal your pain, and Richard will always be in your hearts and soul. Richard was a great person, I will miss him. We had some good times in Roger Williams Projects...Much love to you all.
Tinesha Davis
June 24, 2008
My thoughts, prayers and love go out to all of you.
Dorothy Bibbie
June 24, 2008
To Barbara and family:Are thought and paryers are with you all.
Valerie Martin
June 24, 2008
Charlene and The Johnson Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories get you through this difficult time.
Daynah Gist
June 24, 2008
Nicey,
There arent enough words in the english language to express the love I have for my Uncle Richard.... He was the coolest man I have ever met and the everlasting smile he places on your face is nothing short of God's grace. When ever I had issues he always said we dont need them YOU GOT ME!!! I know that he will always will be with me and Marissa. I am proud to say as loud as the world and GOD will hear me I Loved my Uncle Richard. So I will try real hard not cry anymore because I know that I know GOD let him with no questions asked. I will always remember that laugh and that smile. Marissa and I both know you are watching over us so we wont let you down. Love Daynah & Marissa.
Virginia Veiga
June 24, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Lachana Morgan
June 24, 2008
To Chareyce and the family: I am so sorry to hear about your lost. I pray that God gives you the comfort that you need and the understanding that Richard is in a better place and he does not have to endure any more pain. I love you.
Tony Lopes
June 24, 2008
Esme: So sorry to read about the death of your son. I only knew him for a few years, but I found him to be a real good person. Hope you can find comfort in knowing he's not suffering anymore.
Emma Desante
June 24, 2008
Bob and family So sorry to hear of your brothers passing, my thoughts and prays are with you all at this most difficult time.
Stanley & Rochelle Edmonds
June 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ruthann Perry
June 23, 2008
To Chareyce and the Johnson family
sorry to hear of the passing of Richard he was a good friend from back in the day may God be with you all
The Curtis Family
June 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tony Lopes-Kent Farms
June 23, 2008
Dear Esmee: I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Richard. I only knew him for a short time, but I found him to be a good person. Please accept this message of condolence from me.
Bethanie (RIBC)
June 23, 2008
Bob,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
valerie grinston
June 23, 2008
to Johnson family,Charlene,(Mom Esme),and my dearest friend Barbara
may you all have peace in your hearts. richard is in a very good place, where there is no sorrow,worry and no complains.My paryers are with you all at this time. Barbara iam here for you as always
Qiana Crawford
June 23, 2008
Auntie Charlene,
Sorry for your lost.Uncle Richard was a good,caring and loving man.He was like another father to me.He was just like you...guiding me in the right direction and helping me figure out what is right and what is wrong. He will always be missed.
Arlene Metts-Jefferies
June 23, 2008
To the Johnson family
I am deeply saddend to hear of Richard's passing. He was a good person and someone that I could always depend on. Much love ... Keep your head up....
Mark & Arlene Jefferies
June 23, 2008
Charlene
I am sorry for your loss. Richard was a good friend. He will be missed.
Rafael Cardenas, DMD & Staff
June 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bruce Goodnow
June 23, 2008
Sorry to hear of your brothers passing Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness in your life. We are all thinking of you at the Blood Center.
larry pemberton
June 23, 2008
God took you home,one day we will see each other,sadly missed,your friend. larry pemberton,and janice pemberton.
Juanita & tucker pemberton
June 23, 2008
God saw you getting tired, when a cure was not to be, so he wrapped his arms around you, and whispered,"come to me." richard you will be sadly missed by ms. juanita and granpy,and i will try to catch the big one and while i am doing that i will make the seven man wrap and think of you we love you and and will miss you with all are hearts.
Anthony Wright & Family
June 23, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Leah DiLeone
June 23, 2008
Charlene, I am so sorry to hear about Richard. He was a good man and I loved him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Always, Leah
Dianna Curtis
June 23, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Dorothy(DeeDee) Lowell)Lucas
June 23, 2008
To all the johnson family,I am so sorry to hear of the passing of richard its so sad to hear of his passing,he was a good friend of my along with robert barbara and carver for many years.He was a very nice guy so sad to see my friends pass so young.We had a lot of good times all of us back in roger williams school and the projects they were the good ole days.God bless you all at this time ,and always.Always a friend.DeeDee( Lowell)Lucas and family
durrell rancy
June 23, 2008
I will always miss u uncle richard the whole family will see again 1 day
Joan White
June 23, 2008
Dearest Esme, Barbara, and family
Please know at this difficult time that you are in so many thoughts and prayers thinking of you all. Your love one has left behind a thousand of moments that will live in your heart forever.
Jo-Ann Moore, RN
June 23, 2008
Charlene,
I am so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. It was my pleasure to have taken care of him over the years both at University Urological and at Rhode Island Hospital. I will always remember his "playful candor", and joyful spirit as well as his unending determination. My thoughts and prayers to you and your entire family.
mr&mrs kevin pettis pettis
June 23, 2008
we are sorry about your lost? and god will be with him, god bless you all.
Kristen Wilson
June 23, 2008
Dear Ricky, Jerard and the Johnson Family.
I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you in prayer.
Krissy
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