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Ian Johnson Obituary

JOHNSON Ian S. Johnson, 19, went home to be with the Lord January 31, 2012 at Kobacker House. He was born March 3, 1992 to Gerald Johnson and Lisa Washington in Columbus, OH. He is preceded in death by his mother Lisa. He leaves to cherish his memories father, Gerald (Kenya Gibson) Johnson; siblings, Gerald and Dreneq Gibson; special cousin, Mike Feaster; and a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends 12Noon until time of service 1 p.m. Monday, February 6, 2012 at J MARTIN-SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St. Elder Maxine Hampton, officiating. Interment to follow.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2012.

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Annie Barnett

January 28, 2013

Hello Cousin, Just stopping by to drop one last line before your guest book is taken off line. You were taken so young but God knew who he wanted with him. May you be one of the best Solider of God up in Heaven.
Love your cousin Annie!

LaDonna Jones

August 19, 2012

Heyy cusn I am jus writing you to say: I miss you n LOVE YOU gone but never forgotten

D'yonmarte Bibins

May 21, 2012

I miss you so much bro

Joseph Easley

March 9, 2012

Ian, I was So Saddened and Surprised By Your Loss. I Know Your In A Better Place Now. Stayin With The Angels.

Denise Feaster

February 6, 2012

Gwen&Johnson family I was sorry to here of Ian's passing your family will be in our prayers. Mike&Miquan and Shay keep your head just remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord and he's at peace with his mom and grandma Helen.
Niecy Feaster & Family

Steve and Shawn Clayton

February 6, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with Gerald and the rest of the family during this difficult time.

BJ Gavin

February 5, 2012

We will always love you Ian, no more pain and no more suffering. You are now reunited with your loving mother.

Rae Jean Thomas

February 5, 2012

My deepest heart felt sympathy to my dear friend Gerald and his family.May God give you strenght and courage in your time of grief.

lateshia johnson

February 4, 2012

well cuz knew this day would come but not before r bdays. i love u .the storm is over now. we knew u was tired so god call u home. dont forget about us come back some time and tell me how beautiful heaven is.......... i love u ilove u again now u can live the life u always dreamed of hey but no fouls lol in till we meet again

Scottie Boykins

February 4, 2012

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

tiny swanson

February 4, 2012

Love u Ian u in a better place now.... Fly high

Towanna Sealey

February 4, 2012

Ian you were very special. Although I never hung out with you I still felt close to you. Im going to miss you just like I miss my very best friend Lisa. U have check in heaven hotel. My prayers goes out to the family for strength. R.I.H Ian.

Annie Townsend-Barnett

February 4, 2012

Rest in Peace my cousin. We thank god for allowing our family to have you. Gerald, I am so sorry for your loss. Family lets pull together to give Ian the going home service he deserves.
LOVE YOU ALL!

Crystal W

February 4, 2012

RIP Ian :) ..tears fall, and my heart hurts but I find some happiness in that you no longer have to endure the suffering. I will always remember your smile and keep you near & dear to my heart.. Love you Ian :)

Onisha Smith

February 4, 2012

Gone to soon, but my belief, I know your soul is safe and you reunited with Lisa and Helen. It didn't take long to fall in love with you when we met. You was just a little boy with a smile like your mother. Gerald be strong and hold your to the sky!! Love you from Paterson, NJ family.

Tammy Jones

February 4, 2012

Gonna miss u so much Ian, I can't believe you're gone, You will forever be in my heart, and will never be forgotten. Tell your mom, Grandma and Grandpa I said hi. Love u sooo much, sad you had to go so soon, but I know you're in a better place. R.I.H. Ian- Fly High Cousin! Love Tammy, Jordan, Tei'Mar, Aerionea, Aisaiah, and Terrione!

Joan Huddleston

February 3, 2012

I am sorry that you lost such a wonderful young man.
I never met him, but I heard about him through Kenya.

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