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DeArthur Johnson Obituary

ELDER DEARTHUR JOHNSON JR. ROCKFORD - Elder DeArthur Johnson Jr., of Rockford, Ill., departed this life Wednesday, July 4, 2012. He was born July17, 1960, in Rockford, Ill., the son of Rev. DeArthur Sr. and Evangelist Pearl Johnson. DeArthur married Chrissy Wilson in Rockford, Ill., on Aug. 7, 1982. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, serving as a associate minister and musician, as lead guitar. DeArthur leaves to cherish many loving memories, his wife, Chrissy Johnson; son, Lavelle Jones; sisters, Pearl DeBarge, Rosie (Tony) Barnes, Elnathar Johnson, Mattie Johnson, Julianna (Dennis) Boses and Priscilla (Geoff) Murtha; brothers, John, David and William Johnson; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents. Service at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 14, at Bethel Baptist Church, 724 Harrison Ave., Rockford, Ill., with visitation from 9 a.m. to time of service. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home, 2429 W. State St.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2012.

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Cherri Williams Roby

November 23, 2021

My God! I have searched for you guys only to find out you are gone my cousin. Iam so sorry Chrissy, I missed you guys. May God continue to keep and Bless you with strength.

Colleen Duncan

July 18, 2012

Chrissy,
It was so nice to have met DeAuthur & you at CTCA. Both our husbands have been given new healthy bodies and share a wonderfully new home with their Lord & Savior. What a great day that will be when we shall see them once again! God go with you dear sister in Christ.
Colleen Duncan (Jerry)

Henrietta Martin

July 15, 2012

Sending love from Mississippi, may God continue to Bless and keep you always Trust him praying for you dailey. Aunt Henrietta

Tina Jefferson-King

July 14, 2012

Hi Chrissy God Bless, it has been so many years, since I last saw you all but I have never ever forgot any of you I promise it was about a week ago that I was on the enternet trying to locate your family I had no idea until today of DeAurthur's passing, God does everything for a reason! I remember how we all used to be at the ing skating rink together! and Dee was older than me but he always made certain that we got home safely! god rest his sweet spirit!! I hope that you remember me? take care I will be in touch! Love and huggs alway's Tina jefferson

Floyd Walker

July 13, 2012

sending my condolences my prayers goes out for you chrissy, I just recieved the news today and my heart is heavy. GRACE,MERCY AND PEACE BE UNTO YOU FROM GOD OUR FATHER AND FROM THE LORD JESUS CHRIST. Sorry for your loss, I LOVE YOU DEE AND CHRISSY.

Genevieve Stricklin

July 13, 2012

Chrissy, the love that you and Dearthur shared will last for always and it will out last the pain of being without him. Your sisters and brothers from Gospel Light GOGIC send you much LOVE and prayer support!

Betty Hanserd

July 13, 2012

We love you and we lift you up in prayer

Joann Curry/Hinton

July 13, 2012

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.

Booker & Yvonne Dismuke, Perfect Man Ministries

July 12, 2012

Chrissy, your labor of love was not in vain. Continue to stand and be strong you are not alone.

July 12, 2012

To the family of Dearthur Johnson:
Sorry for your loss may God Sustain you doing this time.
Frank & Jacque' Lofton

Sharon W Moore

July 12, 2012

Praying that God's peace and His Holy Spirit surround not only today but in the days to come.

mary wilson

July 12, 2012

Crissy I know this is hard, he was your husband for a lot of years, but no more than we can bear, is put on us...Know this God,s will be done, in all situations, in every part of our lives....God gaves us our memory, so keep them close to your heart,,Ok? My prayers are with you....

duwayne/kim Morgan

July 12, 2012

To the family, I will miss my childhood friend. He is and will always be a brother in christ.Chrissy, May god bless you for your courage.You will be in our prayers.

Brenda Washington

July 12, 2012

Will miss seeing Minister Johnson making that guitar sing with his shades placed across his forehead. Chrissy and other family members remember that "Earth has no sorry that heaven cannot heal." Will continue to pray for your strength.

Henry & Georgia Wilson

July 12, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

True Vine Baptist Church

July 12, 2012

To the Family of Elder DeArthur Johnson--
We are saddened by the loss of our friend in Christ, Elder DeArthur Johnson. We shall always cherish many fond memories of his life; in particular, his visits to True Vine to preach the gospel and/or to delight our souls with his guitar.

Rest, our friend. You are now with the Lord. Chrissy, our prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

July 7, 2012

sorry 2 hear bot ur loss keep your head up babygirl ony time can heal if need anything i here 4 u. Vanessa ( nikki) fort an family.

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