Robert Littlejohn Jr.

Reverend Robert L. Littlejohn, Jr., a devoted pastor, community leader, and man of unwavering faith, peacefully transitioned after a life marked by service, compassion, and spiritual leadership, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at his home in Lawrenceville, GA.

Born on May 5, 1944 in Spartanburg County, SC, Rev. Littlejohn was the youngest of eight children of the late Reverend Robert L. Littlejohn, Sr. and Mrs. Mildred Toney Littlejohn. He was raised with strong values of faith, education, and service that would guide him throughout his life and ministry. Rev. Littlejohn honorably served his country in the United States Army as a Medical Corpsman during the Vietnam era. Following his military service, he pursued higher education at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT, where he earned an Associate of Arts in Sociology and a Bachelor of Science in Social Work. He later obtained his Master of Divinity from Andover Newton Theological School in Newton Centre, MA.

Answering his divine calling, Rev. Littlejohn was licensed to preach the Gospel on September 29, 1969, by Rev. Arthur C. Bass, Pastor of Mount Aery Baptist Church in Bridgeport, CT. He was ordained on May 2, 1975, by Rev. W. O. Johnson, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Stratford, CT. Over the course of his distinguished ministry, he faithfully served in numerous roles including Associate Minister at Mount Aery Baptist Church in Bridgeport, CT, and Assistant to the Pastor at First Baptist Church of Stratford, CT. He went on to pastor several congregations, including Myrtle Baptist Church in West Newton, MA, Mount Zion Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN, and Pilgrim Way Baptist Church in Windsor, CT, where he served with dedication for many years.

Beyond the pulpit, Rev. Littlejohn had profound impact through his dedicated community service. He worked as a counselor, social worker, teacher, chaplain, mentor, and director of homeless shelters. His leadership extended to many organizations, including serving on boards and contributing to initiatives that strengthened both church and community life. He was also recognized as a gifted orator, speaking at numerous events across the country. Rev. Littlejohn's life was one of purpose and compassion. He traveled extensively, sharing his faith and embracing diverse cultures, while remaining deeply committed to uplifting others. His legacy includes not only his spiritual leadership but also his mentorship of future ministers and his tireless service to those in need.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Sara Lou (Mayberry) Littlejohn; his eldest daughter, Robin Sarita Littlejohn; his siblings, David, Sylvester, Carl, and Alvin Littlejohn, Velma Hemphill, and Ethel Davis.

He leaves to cherish his memory two loving daughters, Darlene M. Littlejohn and Crystal A. Littlejohn-Osias; one devoted son-in-law, Megland Osias; two cherished granddaughters, Samiyah and Jaiyana; two beloved grandsons, Wendy and Quiencent; his beloved sister, Nannie Ann Elizabeth Williams; a sister-in-law, Jeanette Harris Littlejohn; along with a host of nieces and nephews, Godchildren, friends, church members, and all who were blessed by his life and ministry.

His family will receive friends on Saturday, April 4, 9-10 a.m., followed by a Homegoing Service at 10 a.m., at Pilgrim Way Baptist Church, 19 Columbia Rd., Windsor. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Windsor Veterans Memorial Cemetery, East St., Windsor.

Rev. Littlejohn's family has entrusted his longtime colleagues and friends at the Carmon Windsor Funeral Home with the arrangements.

For online condolences and to view the service live or after, Saturday, April 4th at 10 a.m., please visit, www.carmonfuneralhome.com. Rev. Robert L. Littlejohn, Jr.'s legacy of faith, service, and love will continue to inspire all who knew him.