Photo courtesy of J M Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. - Petersburg
Petersburg, Virginia
Aug 15, 1937 – Nov 19, 2021 (Age 84)
Mr. Elijah Johnson, Jr. went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, November 19, 2021, surrounded by his family and a host of angels.
He was born on August 15,1937, to the late Elijah and Ruth Ashton Johnson of Monroe, Louisiana. At an early age, he was baptized at Antioch...
Read MoreHe was a great instructor, mentor and counselor.
Iris Mitchell
February 07, 2022 | Raleigh, NC | Classmate
R I P. VSU4LIFE
Wilbert Givens
February 06, 2022 | Bowie, MD | Student
Coach Johnson was a stellar professor and man. I will always remember the interest he took in every student. He is my most memorable “Trojan”. Peace and blessings to his family.
Dennis Byrd
February 06, 2022 | Richmond, VA | Student
To Ms. Johnson, David and family, we are saddened to hear of Coach Johnson's transition. We send our deepest condolences and prayers.
Gwen Fields Proctor and Dr. Angela Fields Curtis
Angela Curtis
December 12, 2021 | Midlothian, VA | Friend
My thoughts and prayers are with Evoria and David.
You have my sincere condolences.
Althea Jones
November 28, 2021 | Petersburg, VA | Friend
Sending our prayers and condolences to Mrs Johnson and the Family. Dr Johnson added so much knowledge, laughter and joy into our lives. He made us feel so welcomed as a young Family moving into the neighborhood. He will truly be missed. Edwin, Tammy, Khalil and Kaleb.
Tammy Coleman
November 27, 2021 | South Chesterfield, VA | Neighbor
I had the pleasure of working with Elijah at Parks and Recreation for Chesterfield County. My first encounter with him was as my swimming teacher freshman year at VSU. We have always worked well together. To Mrs. Johnson and the family you are in my prayers.
Brenda Branch
Brenda Branch
November 26, 2021 | South Chesterfield, VA | Coworker
Rest in Love
Robert and Celeste Lemons
November 24, 2021 | Monroe, LA | Family
Coach Johnson was always so upbeat and ready to roll!! He made me feel special because I am not an athlete but his encouragement kept me going. He was a very nice man to have known. I pray for peace for the Johnson family and the VSU community. May he truly rest in the hands and feet of our loving Father Jesus
Tabitha Battle
November 24, 2021 | South Chesterfield, VA | Student
