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Steven Johnson Obituary
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2009, at Calvary Baptist Church in Cottonwood with the Revs. John Smith and Van Clack officiating. Burial will follow in Cottonwood City Cemetery with Southern Heritage directing. The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to service time.
Stevie was born July 10, 1973, in Houston County where he lived his entire lifetime. He was a son of the late Willis Johnson and Doris Traylor Johnson. He was employed as a dispatcher with the Houston County Sheriffs Department and formerly employed with Southeast Alabama Medical Center and Care Ambulance. Stevie along with his many talents blessed the people of Calvary Baptist Church in the Cottonwood Community with his singing and love of people. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Cottonwood.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include a brother, Will Johnson, Cottonwood; sister and brother-in-law, Rhonda and Scott Dorriety, Hartford; aunt, Dorothy Anderson, Cottonwood; uncle, Earl Traylor, Dothan; cousins, Debra, Ronnie, Bo, Myrna; nieces, Megan Dorriety, Lara Leah Farmer, Shea Farmer, Sierra Anderson; nephews, Hunter Dorriety, Kile Miliner, Danny Anderson, J.C. "Scooter" Anderson; many special friends.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Mike Price, Michael Price, Josh "Buddy" Kirkland, Rodney Anderson, Andy Farmer and Van Granger.
Southern Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, (334) 702-1712, is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Johnson
Gail Adams
June 21, 2009
Stevie touched everyone that knew him with his kindness,and his beautiful singing. We will all miss him, and wait anxiously to hear him sing so beautifully again one day. Rest in peace my friend!
Tommy Johnson
June 17, 2009
We were saddened to hear about Steve's passing. He was a blessing to our family and a true friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. He was greatly loved and will be missed by many whose lives he touched ... either through his kindness or God-given talent to sing so beautifully ... his songs came straight from his heart.
The Tommy Johnson Family
tiffany raybon
June 14, 2009
The funeral was yesterday and it still doesn't seem real.It just feels like he's going to call up to dispatch any minute because that's what he always did.It was always a highlight of working third shift.Knowing I'm never going to get another call or text breaks my heart.No matter your age, race, or sex...there was an instant connection with Stevie.99 percent of the people who knew Stevie would consider him to be a BEST friend.He impacted so many lives.He would do absolutely anything for a loved one...but it didn't stop there.Through his work he saved lives.Knowing Stevie made my life better.I will always admire his compassion, determination, and over all outlook on life.He was quick witted and always seemed to make me smile no matter what was going on.I wish there were more Stevies in this world.I will never forget him and will always remember how lucky i am that he was my friend.To Will and Ms Doris...I'm so sorry. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I love you.
MARIE MARTIN
June 13, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Teresa Cosby
June 13, 2009
Rhonda please know that my heart goes out to you and your family I will remember you in my prayers.
Danny, Teresa, Kade and Collin Cosby
Rickey Owens
June 13, 2009
Stevie will be sorely missed not only in Cottonwood, but all of Houston County. He was not only a good friend but he was great person and was always willing to help in any situation. He performed his job as emergency dispatcher to the fullest and we knew we were being watched over when he was on the radio.
Our condolences to the family and know that Stevie (3525) will always be with us.
Cottonwood Fire Dept.
Marilyn Peacock-Caudle
June 13, 2009
What a small world the internet makes it. I was checking MySpace this morning and saw a "R.I.P. Stevie" posted from a friend in Cottonwood. I had to look further and I find that it was indeed, the only Stevie that I knew.
I have been gone from C-wood for many years but have kept track of old friends through the internet.
Stevie was an absolute blessing. I looked up to him a lot as I was growing up. He was on the rescue squad with my aunt Nancy. He had a love for what he did, always!
I heard him sing with that angelic voice hundreds of times. I will never forget though, once when I was helping to talk his nerves out before he sang at school. He was gonna sing, "The Wind Beneath My Wings", for the first time, in front of people. For those of you that were there, you know, it was amazing.
Ms. Doris & Will, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bring you peace and comfort.
Stevie, now you will sing with the angel choirs. Don't forget to stand up straight and picture us all naked if it helps.
Novia Brackin
June 13, 2009
The Family shall be in our thoughts and prayers. Stevie had compassion towards others in their most difficult times. Stevie shall be greatly missed by his peers.
Marie Martin
June 12, 2009
I just want to say Stevie was a great friend and he will alway have a special place in my heart.Ill never forget the the good times we had.I know hes two-stepping in Heaven and having a blast, Steve Ill see you one day save me a dance. I Love you and miss you.
MICHELLE CANNON SHIPES
June 12, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 12, 2009
I have been gone from cottonwood for a long time but I remember stevie very well. I Know what a very close family he has and they are in my prayers. When my mother( clyde Meadows) called me her heart was broken he was always so kind to her and she remembers that. Just know you are in our Prayers. Will you were always a great big brother thats what I thought of when I heard the news may god bless you and your family. jean meadows newalu
June 12, 2009
Rhonda & Family,
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time. If there is anything that we can do please just give us a call. Richard-Denise-Rebecca Whitten
Angela (Welch) Morgan
June 12, 2009
June 12, 2009
I want to say that Stevie was a great friend, he could always make you laugh no matter how bad the situation was. I think about some of the things we done together and it still puts a smile on my face. I will always cherrish the time and the memories that we shared together. I will never forget the time he tought me to 2-step. (we had the best time together). He will be greatly missed.Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. I will be thinking of you Will and Ms. Doris.
Wendy Kirkland
June 12, 2009
There's not one memory of Stevie that doesn't bring a smile to my face. He was such a wonderful person who brought happiness to all he encountered. Although we lost touch over the years, Stevie was always someone I called a friend. You were loved by many and will be deeply missed. Save me a seat in Heaven, Stevie, because we shall meet again some day.
K.C. Barnes
June 12, 2009
I went to H.O.E in ashford with stevie for two years and saw him many times out and about and also at my work when he would come pick up patients. He was a pleasure to always be around and he will be missed. I,m very sorry for your loss.
Debi Breedlove
June 12, 2009
Everyday in my office I see Steve's picture hanging among the musical groups he sang with at Wallace Community College. Steve had the talent of an undiscovered professional and the heart of an angel. It has been years since his college days but I'll never forget his smiles and leadership among the groups I directed and the comfort he provided these close knit groups during all the normal good times and bad times of life. He believed in fun and his funny bone was contagious to us all. In our hours of talking and traveling we all learned of his love of his family and his community. Steve would tell us all about his service to others whether working in the hospital, at the ambulance service, the volunteer rescue groups, or singing at a church service, and how important that service was to him as a human being. God gives us earthly angels in the form of public servants and Steve's servant's heart was one of those I shall always treasure knowing. To his family, my thoughts and prayers for you at this terrible time. I'll miss just knowing that Steve is a phone call away. I am thankful for his friendship through the years.
June 12, 2009
I want to say that Stevie was a great friend, he could alwasy make you laugh no matter how bad the situation was. I think about some of the things we done together and it still puts a smile on my face. I will always cherrish the time and the memories that we shared together. He will be greatly missed.Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. I will be thinking of you Will and Ms. Doris.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Kristy Love
June 12, 2009
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Stevie,
Its going to be hard not to have my phone ring wanting to know if we have a field fire, are your cows out or at midnight "I'm stuck can you come get me out?" I LOVE & MISS YOU!!! But I will see you one day.................
Erma Smith
June 12, 2009
Words can't express how much I'm going to miss Stevie. Just knowing that I want here him say(It's the 411 with the 911 you heard me will truly be missed). Who will call me now to say What you doing, and send me a text message just when i was at my lowest point if though he knew when i was having a bad day. I know we don't understand why Stevie but "God" had a plan that we didn't know about. To the Family be strong I know that we all loved and cared for Stevie but God loved him more. Heaven was missing a "SWEET SWEET ANGLE" and God can for Stevie. He will be missed but never forgotten. He was my friend until the end. Dispatcher Smith Hcso
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