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Katherine Johnson Obituary

Katherine A. Johnson of the 3600 block of Herbert Street, Norfolk, Va., and formerly of Buchanan, Va., passed away on Monday September 7, 2009. She was born in Buchanan, on September 10, 1951. She was an Elder of Covenant Presbyterian Church of Norfolk, Va. She leaves to cherish her memory, husband, Whitt C. Johnson; two children, Lynette K. Johnson and Whitt C. Johnson Jr.; two brothers, William Smith (Robbie), and David Penn (Linda); seven grandchildren; three brothers-in-law; four sisters-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2009, at Serenity Funeral Home. Friends may call at Serenity on Friday, September 11, 2009 from noon to 8 p.m. for viewing. The interment will be held in Mountainview Cemetery, Buchanan, Va. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 540-345-9100. www.serenityfuneralhome.net

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Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 8 to Sep. 11, 2009.

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Jean Johnson

September 25, 2009

My deepest sympathy to Katherine's family. Katherine was my friend and I will truly miss her. We worked as supervisors at Montgomery Ward/GE and I truly enjoyed our working relationship as well as our personal friendship. I will truly miss her and our long talks on the telephone. May God bless all of you and comfort you through this morning period.

Jean Johnson

Lawrence and Bernette Jackson

September 12, 2009

we share in your grief, and only wish that in time you will find peace. Love to all.

Hayward Jackson

September 12, 2009

God Bless you all.

Silverine Jackson

September 12, 2009

To the Penn family, you have my deepest sympathy, Allow God to bless and keep you during these times and always, may the Peace of the Lord be with you.

September 12, 2009

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE JOHNSON AND PENN FAMILY,MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME, BLESSINGS "THE ADAMS FAMILY" (BUCHANAN,VA.)

Kaye Hairston

September 11, 2009

To the Family of Mrs. K. Johnson; may the Lord comfort your heart to know that your loved one is resting in the arms of GOD. To the Smith and Penn family I lov u, an will continue to keep you n my prayers.

roy waldron

September 11, 2009

With deepest sympathy thinking of you while sending this prayer. Asking god to keep you in his care.

Roy & Annie Waldron

Nella Hamm

September 11, 2009

To the Johnson and Penn Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I have such fond memories of Kathy growing up together on Rabbit Run in Buchanan. May you find comfort in your loving memories.

Gracie Watkins

September 11, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of need. Our deepest sympathy to the Johnson/Penn Family. David and Linda Penn you know that we are with you and praying for you and love you. Love Gracie, Lillian, Christopher, Pierre and Tamika.

Elaine (peaches) Goode

September 11, 2009

To The Johnson/Penn Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of need. David and Linda I just wanted express my deepest sympathy at this time and to let you know that I am thinking and praying for you.

Noma Jackson Knopp

September 11, 2009

To the Johnson/Penn Family;
We are so sorry to here of Kathy departure.You are in the Jackson's prayers. Our prayers are with you at this time.
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Teresita Garcia

September 11, 2009

I want to express my deepest sympathy for the family of Miss Katherine. First time I met her was in Montgomery Wards, one of the Best Supervisor in the Call Center. It was an honor working with her and I was honored to see her again in my new job, Amerigroup. I will always remember Katherine with lots of love and respect.

Luther and Shelia Adams

September 10, 2009

To The Johnson Family,
It really sadden our hearts to hear of the passing of "Kathy".
Whitt, Lynette & Whitt Jr. and the Johnson Family, please know that Your Covenant Family Is and Always will be there for You.
May God Continue to Your Source of Inspiration and strength during Your time of sorrow.
Yours in Christ,
Luther and Shelia Adams and Family

Michelle Gray

September 9, 2009

Mrs. Katherine was a wonderful person and I am so sad to hear of her passing. She will be greatly missed. My sympathy goes out to her entire family. My prayers are with the family at this trying time.

Tisha Castle

September 9, 2009

I'm saddened to hear of Mrs. Katherine's passing. She was a wonderful woman who will be dearly missed. I have many fond memories of her from the time we worked together at Montgomery Wards. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

Sylvia DeJesus

September 9, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of need. My deepest sympathy to the Johnson family. Mrs K was a wonderful person I will always cherish my memories of her in my heart.

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