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Larry Johnson Obituary
Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 30, 2009 at 11 am at New Hope Baptist Church on Watkins Drive. Burial will follow at Lakewood Memorial Park in Clinton, Mississippi. Visitation will be Friday, January 29, 2009 at Lakeover Funeral Home from 1pm to 7pm.
Mr. Johnson was born November 6, 1949 in Baltimore, MD, to the late Burns Wilford Johnson and Lessie L Johnson. He graduated from Howard University and North Wester School of Business. He served in the United Sates Air Force from 1972 to 1976. He started his career in the automotive industry in 1976 with General Motors. He remained with General Motors until 1999. He then became employed with Delphi Automotives in Clinton, Mississippi as Director of the South East Division until his retirement in 2007.
Mr. Johnson leaves to cherish his memory: a loving wife, Deborah Ann Johnson; his three beautiful daughters, Alicia Nohle and her husband Kerry, Summer Winnans, and Deana Stewart and her husband Chris; his wonderful sister, Judith A Poole and her son D'Jarvis Poole; great nephew, Ja'Maraquan Poole; five bright lights , his grandchildren, Carrisa Karrington, Kailand Vance, Brooke and Kynsleigh. He will also be remembered by many aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and good friends.
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Teena Jones
February 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Karen McClain
February 10, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Johnson Family, may the warm memories comfort you in the coming times. Know that his family was the center of his life and his love will remain with you forever
Tina Bonanno
February 4, 2010
To the Johnson Family,
I am so sorry for you loss.
I worked for Larry at the Warren, Ohio facility. He was one of the sweetest and most caring Director's that Delphi had. He truly cared for each and every one that worked for him. And that is so rare in the work force. He was a great big teddy bear. Also, he had such flare for fashion.
Robin Davis-Frey
February 3, 2010
Larry or dad number 2 as I referred to him as for most of my life was a one of a kind person who was a great mentor in management and life. He was a great family friend and always had the best stories to make everyone laugh. The stories usually involved my father and him. His big smile and bear hugs will be greatly missed...
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Gail/Rickie Spears
February 2, 2010
To the Johnson Family,
You are in our prayers during this difficult time of your life. May it console you to know that Larry was a much loved individual. He often expressed his love for his family. Larry brought fairness and equality to the Home Avenue facility and he displayed honesty and a sincere concern for all employees. May God be with you.
marybeth CUNNINGHAM
February 1, 2010
To the Johnson family- I taught and tried to live to the spirit and essence of "Excellence" but Larry exemplified it every day in every way. His hearty laugh still reverberates in my memory and his big bear hugs still wrap around me. I hope his memory comforts you in the days and weeks ahead. He was loved, admired and respected and will continue to be forever.
Patricia Bryant
February 1, 2010
To the entire Johnson Family: My deepest condolence to you all. I was saddened to hear of Larry's death. He was a very caring and kind person as well as a great asset to the Warren, Ohio operations when he was here. My husband and I were recently reflecting on the time that he presented a scholarship from the Urban League to my son when he was graduating from High School. We'll remember him as one who was a leader at work as well as in the community.
May God bless you all.
Ron Malanga
February 1, 2010
To the Johnson Family-
Please accept my sincerest condolences upon the passing of Larry. I was blessed to have the opportunity to work closely with Larry during his time in Warren as well Mississippi.
Larry was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. His sense of humor, even in times of adversity, was perhaps his greatest quality. My life is better for having known and worked with Larry. He will be missed by all who knew him.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary Stanko
February 1, 2010
My sincere condolances to the family of a great leader and a Manager. I worked with Larry in our Delphi Warren Facility in Plant 11 and what an admirable person. He always expressed interest in you as as person and then turned to work. We had contact during his time in Clinton. He will be missed but remembered by those he influenced.
Gary M. Stanko ( Delphi Warren, Ohio)
Cheryl Patrick
February 1, 2010
To Mrs. Johnson and all of Larry's family.....
I pray the comfort that only a loving heavenly Father can provide at this most difficult time. God Bless you all. Please know that Larry was loved, respected, and admired by many, many of us in Delphi Corporation. During my years in the Mississippi Operations Larry was my boss and mentor and I was blessed to call him friend as well. His sincerity, and infectious good nature coupled with the sharp intellect made him one of our greatest leaders. He will be missed by everyone who had the chance to know him. I will keep you in my prayers
Cheryl, Marshall, Adrienne and Andrew Patrick
January 31, 2010
To The Johnson Family:
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy to you in your season of bereavement. Know that death leaves a heartache that no one can heal,but love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Much love to all who really loved and adored Larry Vance Johnson!
Your cousin,
Marion "Moonbeam" Carter
Darlene Ditto Mathews
January 31, 2010
"Dear Johnson family, I worked with Larry at the Delphi Home Ave. facility. Larry was truly a caring manager that enjoyed his work. If he said he was going to do something, you can best believe he did it. He will truly be missed. He was fair and trustworthy and a joy to know. I am very sorry about your loss and will keep your family in my prayers." - Darlene Ditto Mathews (Dayton, OH)
January 30, 2010
To the Jonson family, Larry & I worked together at the Delphi Harrison Thermal Plant in Lockport, New York & I found him to be a very friendly, helpfull person, who always was willing to go the extra mile for you. I am deeply sorry for your loss & will always remember him in my thoughts & prayers. Frank Setlik, No. Tonawnada, N,Y.
Pedro Maccou
January 30, 2010
Larry was a source of inspiration and guidance for so many of his colleagues and co-workers. He will live in their memories and hearts. May The Lord receive him and keep him and grant peace and strength to his lovely wife Deborah and all his family.
Eric Crump
January 30, 2010
To the Johnson Family, I worked with Larry and directly for Larry several years at Delphi Packard Electric. Larry was an honest, fair and caring man with great integrity. He had a special way of talking and treating everybody the same. He had a strong business mind along with a great sense of humor, cheerful laugh and smile. Larry was my co-worker, boss, mentor and most of all my friend. Larry and I had continued to keep in touch over the years and his personality, positive attitude and most of all his friendship will be greatly missed. May the peace of God comfort and strengthen you in your time of need.
PJ Eick
January 29, 2010
Dear Johnson family,
My heartfelt sympathies to each of you at the loss of a very dear man. His kindness and warmth towards others was immeasurable. He will surely be missed by many. I became friends with Larry when he worked at Harrison Radiator in Lockport, NY. He had a special gift in his caring for others. He was a first class gentleman. He will always remain a cherished friend.
Wendy Hayes
January 29, 2010
Larry was a wonderful friend, mentor and much more than just a Plant Manger to those of us who had the pleasure of working with him. He really cared. Thank you Dehorah for sharing him with us in Dayton for the last 3 years of his career with Delphi. Our prayers are with you and your family. There is no sorrow heaven can not heal.
John & Judy Collins
January 29, 2010
Our deepest condolences on your terrible loss. Larry was a wonderful person and we thought very highly of him. He came to us in Lockport many years ago to have his income tax done. He has stayed with us all these years through his various moves. His passing is both a great shock and great loss to all who knew him and the many whose lives he touched along the way. The goodness in Larry will always live on in the wonderful family, friends and fellow workers left behind. God bless you.
Tim Tinch
January 29, 2010
Deborah and Family,
Larry was more than a plant manager. He was a co-woorker and a friend. I will miss his smiles and laughter as well as his wisdom.
May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Brenda Johnson
January 29, 2010
Dear DeBorah,
Words can't express the sorrow I felt when you called me about Larry's passing.
While supporting Larry at Delphi in Dayton, Ohio as his Executive Assistant, he was not only professional but he was a personable manager who always made time for everyone who requested his attention and always with a smile. His brightest smile was when he talked about his "Lovely DeBorah". He truly loved you, his children and grandchildren.
I am so grateful for having the opportunity to know Larry who inturn brought us together and I know we will always stay in touch because of him.
I can honestly say Larry was the best manager I ever worked for in my 31 years at Delphi and I will truly miss him.
May God Bless and keep you!
Love,
Jim Finley and Family
January 29, 2010
Larry was a very special person, and I enjoyed our business meetings and luncheons.
We pray that the peace of God, which is beyond all understanding, be with Larry's family and loved ones.
Chuck Cook
January 29, 2010
To Larry’s family and friends,
May God be with be you and comfort you in this time of sadness and loss. I had the pleasure to work with Larry at Packard Electric. He was a remarkable man, contagious in his optimism, inspiring in his caring for people. The world needs men like him, and he will be greatly missed.
Bob Koval
January 29, 2010
I remember Larry as a talented manager, a sensitive leader and most of all a true man of integrity. His friendship and passion were truly an inspiration to many, not only at work but in the community. Our prayers are with his family upon their loss. (Bob & Laurie Koval (El Paso, TX)
Daniel Rosales
January 29, 2010
Excellent Friend. I love him like my brother. Daniel Rosales Mexico
January 29, 2010
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Larry was one of the best managers we had at Packard. His positive attitude and energy were contagious. We were blessed to have the opportunity to work with him. Dave & Elaine Hofius - Ohio
Jeffrey Smith
January 29, 2010
I will always have Larry in my memory as a man I looked up to, wanted to be, and enjoyed being in his presence (sometimes I was in awe of his knowledge). As a good friend to my father and myself, he will always be with us and your family will always be in our prayers.
Bob Chatt
January 29, 2010
Larry was a friend, as well as a co-worker. May he rest in Peace.
Juanita S. Brown
January 29, 2010
May your family find peace in prayer. I will miss Larry's generous smile and laughter. He had a natural gift for making people laugh and excell in the workplace.
Eric Jackson
January 29, 2010
Larry was an exceptional man and someone I feel fortunate to have known. He provided great leadership to many of us and his guidance and spirit will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers to the Johnson family.
Andrade Thomas
January 29, 2010
May God bless you and the entire family in this time of sorrow. Larry was my next door neighbor and dear friend growing up. I have wonderful memories of playing ball in the back yard, attending McKinley High School and then going off to Howard University. His Mother and Father was my second family. He has left us too soon. With love.
Dotti & Jim Timkey
January 28, 2010
Mrs. Johnson & Family,
We had the pleasure of working with Larry at Delphi (Harrison Radiator) for many years. He was a pleasure to be around and a great asset to the company. May your wonderful memories of Larry always give you comfort.
Ron Catley
January 28, 2010
I have been truly, truly blessed to have Larry as one of the best career mentors,confidants, and friend any young engineer could possibly have. I will never forget the support & reinforcement he gave me to help me become the best I could ever hope to be. I was also blessed to be able to talk to Larry two months ago after his recent illness to let him know I was praying for him and to reinforce how important he has been to others and myself. My thoughts and prayers are with Deborah and Larry's family and may God always provide you comfort and protection.
maxine robinson
January 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cynthia Incho
January 28, 2010
Dear Mrs. Johnson and Family,
I had the pleasure of working with Larry for several years in Materials Management at the GM/Delphi/now GM again plant in Lockport, NY. He never failed to brighten our day with his smile and good-natured "banter" when he walked through the Purchasing department. We kept tabs on his promotions and moves throughout the years and when I gave him a call now and then, he always remembered to call me by the nickname he gave me in the 1980's in Lockport with a cheerful "Hi,C.I.". He was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed by friends all over the country and world.
Debby Nicopolis
January 28, 2010
A friend is a gift from God. I believe with all of my heart that this precious gift, Larry V. Johnson, although in my life for too short a time, was truly from above. For those of us who were fortunate to have him in our lives we will miss him more than words can express. However, for those who believed like he did, we will be fortunate to see each other again. Deborah and family, please accept my deepest condolences. He loved you so and spoke of you often during the years I trained with him in Mississippi. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the services. How I wish I could be there. To all of my dear friends in Ohio and Mississippi Operations, we sure were fortunate to have him as one of the "Excellent" leaders. My condolences to you all. God Bless you all.
Lawrence Smith
January 28, 2010
My prayers go out to you and your family. Larry was one of the most caring individuals that I ever met and I am proud to say that it was a pleasure knowing him.
Tom Goodman
January 28, 2010
To Deborah and Family,
Larry and I became instant friends in 1992 and have remained close since that time. He has been an inspiration to me with his always positve attitude. He was never down and always found the bright spot in every situation.
He was a powerful leader, a role model of what an executive should be and will always be in my thoughts. I will miss him greatly.
God bless you in your time of sorrow but always remember the good times and remember that Larry had a very positive impact on so many lives.
Clyde McGehee
January 28, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Lawrence Smith
January 28, 2010
It was a pleasure to have been associate with Larry he was one of the best individuals that I had the pleasure working with. You and your family have our deepest sympathy and may God bless you and your family.
Bruce Hobson
January 28, 2010
Deborah,family and frinds,
Larry was the best manager that I worked for in my 36 years with General Motors and Delphi. He was truly a people person with his staff and the workers in the plant. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bruce Hobson and Family
Dave Elliott
January 28, 2010
I am deeply saddened by Larry’s passing. We have lost a shinning light of hope and encouragement. I was never with Larry when I did not smile, laugh and leave happier than before I was with him. My prayers go out to all of Larry’s family.
David Bolden
January 28, 2010
To Larry's Family,
I admired Larry, he was the kind of person who made an unpleasant task an opertunity to serve his fellow man. The
Delphi plant at Home Avenue was a tough assignment and Larry did his job with respect to every employee. We will all miss his greetings and his great smile. God blees all of you
David Bolden
Becky Short
January 28, 2010
My prayers are with you all to find strength to get through the loss of such a wonderful person. I worked for Larry in Dayton Ohio and he was one of the most thoughtful caring men I have ever met. Larry always talked about his family and how excited he would be to get back home to them on retirement. He loved you all so much! May God be with you to give you peace.
Carolyn Smith
January 28, 2010
To all the Johnson family, you will be in my prayers. Larry was a wonderful boss and friend. I worked for him in Clinton. He always had a smile and would stop and speak. Mississippi was fortunate to have such a person of his abilities and character. God bless you.
MITIZI Wright
January 28, 2010
I am Larry's cousin. I feel the void in this world now that you aren't here. Larry we will miss knowing that you are not here on earth, but know you are in our hearts. We still have the memories from our childhood in our hearts. You are now with Uncle Bowie and the rest of our family. RIP. LOVE YOU MITIZI
Christine Wolcott
January 28, 2010
I had the privilege of calling Larry "Friend". His infectious laugh and smile could change anyone's bad day into a good one! I had the pleasure of working with Larry when he was Director of Mississippi Operations and stayed in touch through his assignment in Dayton and most recently his retirement.
Psalm 73:26 My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Tom DeHuff
January 28, 2010
Larry was probably the best "people person" I ever worked with. He was a joy to be around.
Tom DeHuff, Brookhaven, MS
Richard DelSignore
January 28, 2010
Larry was one of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of working for. He was a true mentor and a leader.
Larry definitely left a positive mark on everyone who knew him. He will be truely missed.
Charlie Sims
January 28, 2010
To Deborah and Larry's three daughters I offer my deepest sympathy. I thank God for allowing me to cross paths with Larry Johnson in my life time. He was genuine, honest, straightforward, very intelligent, and a lot of fun to be around. He did not see black or white, he just looked into the heart of individuals and treated everyone with respect. He "really cared" about the people who worked for him. Without a doubt the finest boss I will ever work for. You only meet guys like Larry Johnson once in a life time.
Ted Flowerday
January 28, 2010
Larry and I both enjoyed our CAR TOYS so much. A tribute to the kind of man he was at work and away from work. He was a GREAT MAN to have here in Mississippi and I know as a family man as well. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jim Angelo
January 28, 2010
Mr. Johnson was a gracious person whenever I saw him. He always had time for a kind word to me and that is how I will remember him. A true leader must be a people person, and he was, to the highest degree. May God bless his soul and be with his family.
January 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Johnson family at this time. Although we are mourning the loss of my Uncle Larry, we will cherish the memories that we were blessed enough to share with him. I'll miss talking to him and giving him updates about me and my children. He will be missed and loved always!
Alisha (Charlotte, NC) Angela and Annie!
January 28, 2010
Deborah and family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time in your life. Larry was a very good man and thought about his family all the time. He was a good people person at the plant in Dayton and we know he will be greatly missed in your family.
Bill Kincer and family
Frank West
January 28, 2010
Deborah & Family. I had the honor and privilege to work for Larry during his time spent in Dayton as Plant Manager of the Home Ave. Plant. Larry was a great friend and mentor. I will always cherish how he went about the very difficult task of closing the facility. Larry insisted that we always considered what was in the best interest of our employees whenever we could. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
College Cleaners
January 28, 2010
Larry was our dearest customer and friend.Every time Larry walked into our cleaners he would brighten our day with his infectious personality. It was a blessing to know him. Your family will be in our prayers.
Owners and staff at College Cleaners
Clinton, Ms.
John Davis
January 28, 2010
Saden to here of this event. I will always remember Larry as a PEOPLE person.
I was fortunate to have worked with him at Delphi Clinton. God Blessed Him.
Charles J (Chuck) Young
January 28, 2010
Dear Johnson Family-I had the pleasure of knowing Larry in Ohio and New York. A truly honest and caring man. My deepest sympathy in this difficult time.
January 28, 2010
Larry was a very good man and a class act. He will be missed.
Gary Copppola, Lockport, ny
David Anderson
January 28, 2010
I wish my deepest symathy to Larry's family. I worked with Larry while he was manager or our Delphi Chassis plant in Dayton, Ohio. (the old Inland). David Anderson
January 28, 2010
I would like to express my sympathy the Larry's family on their loss. May God hold you in this time of need and please don't forget that Larry is in a better place with no suffering or pain (pure joy). May God bless you all.
Dan Hartman (Delphi Dayton)
Mike Froning
January 28, 2010
Deborah, Larry and I had a lot in common. We had many conversations both at work and on the phone after we retired discussing our families. I know he loved all of you very much. The three plus years he worked in Dayton were tough on him, because he so much wanted to be back in Mississipi with you.
Larry was a superb plant manager and an even better human being. It was an honor for me to have worked for him and to have had him as a friend. We will all miss him.
January 28, 2010
Deborah and family,
I was fortunate to work with Larry at Home Ave. He was truly a great Man, and who can forget the Hawaiian shirts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob Scharnowske
Robert Mangan
January 28, 2010
Larry was my best boss and a great friend. He was always very supportive and compassionate, and he viewed his employees as friends first and co-workers second. I was deeply honored to have known him. May all who knew and loved him be comforted during this time of loss. He truly was a great man.
Armando Puentes
January 28, 2010
To my friend Larry:
The People in Mexico is saden by this event. We will always remember you as a succesful business and PEOPLE person.
I feel fortunate to have worked with you and get to know and learn from you.
Terry Wilson
January 28, 2010
Dear Johnson family,
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you durng this time of loss. I know you are thinking about Larry as I am and I have always cherished the time we worked and travelled together in New York. He was always a good friend, mentor and man. My deepest sympathies, and God be with you always,
January 28, 2010
During Mr. Johnson's career at Delphi Packard, Clinton, MS, I worked a door down from his office. He was always sincere and honest, upbeat and positive. It was a pleasure to work with him. He was a good friend as well as a mentor and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you during this time of grief.
Deneise Bryant Lymuel, Clinton, Mississippi
Tom Rose
January 28, 2010
I worked with Larry during his time in Dayton. He was a warm and caring person. Our lives (particular DeBorah and family) have been forever enriched.
January 28, 2010
Deborah, no words can express our sorrow to you and your family. Larry was a such a wonderful friend to the Tyer family and he will be greatly missed. May God comfort you doing this most difficult time.
Pete, Linda, Pop and Jackie Tyer
Mable Donald
January 28, 2010
My name is Mable Donald, and Mr. Johnson was my Director at Delphi in Clinton, MS, itis my deepest regret to hear of your loss. My the Lord's mercy and grace carry you through this difficult time. Bless you!
Mickey Anderson
January 28, 2010
Larry will be missed immensely. That great big smile, that wonderful chuckle, and his radiant personality will be missed. I'm honored to have known him as a friend.
Joe B
January 28, 2010
I worked with Larry for many years at Packard Electric and although I hadn't seen him in several years I felt a profound sense of loss and sadness when I heard the news of his passing because he was such a warm, caring and genuine man. You should know that he touched many lives and will be fondly remembered.
carol Essad
January 28, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family. I worked with Larry many years and have the greatest respect for him.
Philip Devole
January 28, 2010
It was always a pleasure working with Larry and for him. I will keep him in my prayers.
Philip H. Devole, Jr
Cass Chrabaszewski
January 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
January 28, 2010
larry was my general foreman at the lockport plant.first class gentleman and a super humanbeing.rest in peacemy friend.
nick van amstel
bonita springs fla
Judy Daugherty
January 28, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. I met Larry when I had been at Delphi a short time, and felt his warmth and kindness immediately as he shook my hand and took time to speak with me, it remained with me for a long time what a very special person he is. And of course all his generous work with the community is remembered along with his great work at Delphi. God Be With You
freddie and Doris Gross
January 28, 2010
You have our deepest sympathy in your time of grief. May god be with you.
sharon jenkins
January 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Steve Duca
January 28, 2010
Dear Johnson Family - I worked for a number of years with Larry, an up until his retirement from Delphi. I have always known him to be an honest, caring man. A great friend and mentor. He will certainly be missed. Best regards during your time of grief.
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