Photo courtesy of Hillcrest Funeral Home Burial Park & Cremations - San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Jul 28, 1947 – Oct 22, 2025
Carolyn Johnson, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas, at the age of 78. She was born in Clovis, New Mexico, and raised in Roswell. After graduating from Roswell High School, she moved to California to begin a new chapter in her life.
Carolyn completed nursing school and later earned her Bachelor’s Degree, becoming a dedicated and compassionate Physician’s Assistant. Her calling to care for others was a lifelong mission, and she touched countless lives through her work and her unwavering kindness. Carolyn’s greatest joys in life were her faith, her family, and her community. She loved God deeply and served faithfully through her church, where she also shared her beautiful voice to all. Carolyn gave freely of her time and her heart to those in need.
She was preceded in death by her father, Major Johnson; her mother, Ella Kate Johnson; her brother, Earl D. Johnson, Sr.; and her sister, Renee Johnson. Cherishing her memory are her devoted children: Janet Womack (Scheddrick), Jacqueline Woodard, and John C. Griggs, Jr. (fiancée, Rita); her beloved grandchildren: Diamond Bostick, Jasmyne Womack, Taylor Griggs, Sydney Griggs, Shaunna Walker, and John C. Griggs III; and her precious great-granddaughter, Aaliyah Griggs. She is also survived by her loving siblings: Ella Louise Turner, Major Johnson (Sylvia), Margaret Blincoe (Thomas), Nathaniel Johnson (Bernettie), James Brown (Janice), John Johnson (Martha), LaFonda Federico, and Laquita Ruth Johnson; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who loved her deeply.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025, 11:00am at Hillcrest Funeral Home in San Antonio, Texas. Interment will follow at Wildflower Cemetery.
Carolyn’s smile could brighten every room she entered, and her spirit was a true beacon of light. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” – Psalm 34:18
Read MoreGoodbye sweet friend. You did all the things.
Sylvia Syms
November 11, 2025 | Altadena, CA | Friend
Thank God for the beautiful life and legacy that Carolyn has left with our family with the birth of our beautiful niece, Janet and great niece Jasmine. It is through them that we will always remember and see the spirit of Carolyn Johnson. The Harris and Brake family.
Eloise Fleming
November 08, 2025 | Rocky Mount, NC | Family
A beautiful service for a very special person. Loved and remembered by us all. My love and prayers to the three J’s and all of my family there. You will be missed Aunt Carolyn!!
LaMont Powell
November 07, 2025 | Hayward, CA | Family
Carolyn had a smile that could truly light up a room. I see that smile in many of you. I know she is walking with the Lord, singing, smiling, and free of earthly ailments. She will always be with you, and watching over you. Rejoice in the amazing life that she had and the times spent together.
belle story
November 07, 2025 | San Antonio, TX | Friend
To my first cousin Carolyn we are two brothers children my sympathy I love you always we grew up together as children and to the family God bless and she will truly be missed
James L Johnson Sr
November 07, 2025 | Seattle, WA | Family
My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to you and your family Janet.
Love Crystal
Crystal Kilby
November 07, 2025 | DC | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
With my Deepest Sympathy and Condolences.
❤
Crystal Kilby
November 07, 2025 | DC | Friend
RIP Cousin Love you
Bessie Clark
November 07, 2025 | Los Angeles, CA | Family
My condolences and prayers go out to Janet,Jacqui,John and the rest of your family. May God give you strength,peace,and comfort though this time, and I remember your mom was very nice to me and had a very kind spirit about her when ever she talked to me I will definitely miss her R.I.H. ❤
Sherrie Powers Johnson
November 07, 2025 | Moreno Valley, CA | Friend