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Doretha Johnson Obituary
Mrs. Doretha Battle Johnson passed away peacefully June 12, 2019. A native of Pelham, GA, she graduated from Oceanside High School in Oceanside, CA. Returning to Jacksonville she was employed by several department stores as a Seamstress, where she rendered many years of dedicated service. She was predeceased by her parents, Crest and Virutha Battle and husband, Tamsy Johnson. Survivors include her children, James E. Williams (Annie), Mrs. Audrey Young (Donald), Ms. Sonja Scales, Ms. Tracy Garvin and Walter L. Harris (Jametrice); 20 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Mses. Carolyn Duncan, Ruenette Jones, Sharon, Deborah, Bernadette and Ricky Battle; brother-in-law, Jimmie Johnson; a number of other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held 11 AM, FRIDAY, June 21, 2019, at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church, where she held membership, H. B. Charles, Pastor-Teacher. Mrs. Johnson will rest in the mortuary for visitation THURSDAY from 5 PM until 7 PM and at the church Friday from 9 AM until the hour of service. Interment will be in Edgewood Cemetery. Friends are asked to assemble at the church under the direction of ALPHONSO WEST MORTUARY, INC., 4409 Soutel Dr., (904) 766-9671.
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Never will I say good bye auntie because you are only asleep.
Virutha Griffin
June 23, 2019
Auntie Doretha Battle Johnson is my mother Maggie Battle Robinson oldest sister. Auntie has been the matriarch left from 3 siblings who preceded her.
My auntie lived 88 years that were over the number God promised which is 3 score & 10. She lived an additional score of 20 more years that equaled 4 score totaling 80 years plus 8 additional more.
My aunt Doretha enjoyed living. She loved her children, grandchildren, family, friends, and people. She shared family photos and loving family memories. She was a seamstress, gardner, traveler, loved to be apart of family unions, functions and gatherings. She had a love for people. Such a nice auntie indeed, I will miss her talks and the quiet strength she so blessed our family with.
My Christmas in February with her was such a delight and special treat several few months ago. I'm so glad she joined our family during this special gathering with her hugs, smiles, laughter and sweet, gentle and quiet demeanor. We did not know that this would be our last and final time with her.
Yes God had loaned her to us for just a few more months more, but now we appreciate and value our time spent with her to prepare our hearts in knowing that God had a better plan for her eternally.
Thanku Lord for auntie Doretha. We release her to the one who created her to live and share these precious years and moments with us, yet truly she will be missed from our midst.
She touched and made a difference in the lives of many. R.I.P. Auntie, I love u thruout eternity!
gloria granger
June 21, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 21, 2019
Ruenette,Sharon,Family sorry to hear the passing of your beloved sister. Will keep you in my prayers.
Mary Ann Richardson
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June 21, 2019
RUENATTE, SHARON AND FAMILY, so sorry to hear the passing of your beloved sister. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Mary Ann Richardson
Sandra Mitchell-Roper
June 20, 2019
To the family of Doretha Battle Johnson, may you find strength in Jesus during this most difficult time.
Sandra Mitchell-Roper, Class of 1975
Xaviers Herndon
June 20, 2019
Auntie you were always loving,kind,understanding and encouraging to everyone especially family. I will always remember that smile and laugh that was assuring that all was well. You will be missed and your work has been completed thank you and thank God for time we did have with you. Much Love Conard
Kimberly Battle
June 20, 2019
I can't believe you are gone, but one thing I do know, God has gotten a beautiful angel, you are and will always be my heart and Joy. You were always so humbled and soft hearted. You will be so missed. Rest in peace Auntie
Debbie Glenn
June 20, 2019
Dorothea, you will be missed, but Jesus welcomed you home and my mom as well. Met you at Taylor Residence selling Avon. You are loved, such a kind, honest lady. Full of laughter and Joy. Very much loved by many.
Enter into thy rest Dorothea,
Patricia Woods-Thomas
June 19, 2019
My condolences to the family. I have known Ms. Doretha most of my life. She has always had that same smile and pleasant disposition. She will be deeply missed by all. Love Pat Woods-Thomas
Barbara Warsaw
June 19, 2019
May God bless and keep da family and lives ones n perfect peace .
June 19, 2019
Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort sustain you and your family at this difficult time.
June 18, 2019
My sincere condolences to family and friends during this difficult time. May the God of comfort and peace continue to be with you. Hosea 13:14
June 18, 2019
With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort sustain you during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.
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