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James A. Johnson

Newport News, Virginia

1925 - 2019

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DIED
March 13, 2019
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Newport News, Virginia

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James Arthur Johnson transitioned peacefully at home, on March 13, 2019. Mr. Johnson was born in Whaleyville, VA, July 2, 1925 to Junius and Margaret Johnson. The Johnsons moved to Hampton, VA, while he was very young. He attended Phoenix High School and should have graduated, but instead chose...

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I just watched hidden figures again. So very impressed with Mrs. Katherine Johnson. But I was equally impressed with how Mr. Johnson characterized in the movie, and how folk spoke of him who actually knew him.

I am now a fan and an honor to have you in my memory. May God continue to speed your influence in this life and the next. Both you and Katherine are in my heart forever. I thank you, Nik

I watched the hidden figures movie and i would like to offer my condolences

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

He was a good man born during a bad time. I couldn't imagine how hard it must've been for him to become a colonel.

Mr. Johnson, my Mr. Johnson, was our beloved mailman for many years. The kids followed him around the neighborhood, obviously impeding his progress as well as the neighborhood canine fanclub members, but he was always kind and patient to our intrusion to his route. He knew what we were all doing and asked my parents about me while off at college. I am so sorry of the loss to his family. He will always hold a soft spot in my heart. Rest well, sir...."my Mr. Jim Johnson".

We were so blessed to have had this fine gentleman deliver mail to our neighborhood. He was loved by all that he met and returned that love and attention to every kid he came in contact with. It warms my heart to hear them remember him so fondly after so many years have passed. Rest in peace, Mr. Johnson, and thank you for all the lives that you touched and made such an impact on.

The Keith Family

Mrs. Johnson and family, we are so sad for your loss. We knew 'Jimmy' (as he introduced himself) from many running events. He warmly, sincerely made friends in his special manner. We will miss him & cherish his memory. Mr. Johnson was a special man.

Mr Johnson was a true joy. He was our mailman, and he had lunch with us everyday I was in 4th, 5th and 6th grade. We were overjoyed when he would sit with our class. During the summers when he was out on his route, he knew every kid in our neighborhood. He knew the families and was truly beloved. He was beloved because he was kind, considerate, always happy and he was truly part of our neighborhood. I recall with great fondness his smile. I am confident he is with the Lord - and my...