Leo Johnson

Leo Johnson obituary

Leo Johnson

Leo Johnson Obituary

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Apr. 19 to Apr. 22, 2017.
Leo Johnson departed this life on Monday, April 10, 2017 at the age of 87; Son of the late George Brantley and Lillie Mae Johnson; Brother of the Frank Johnson and the late Cleo Johnson; Best friend of the late Florence Allen; He is survived by his devoted caregiver, Claire A. Griffin, and a host of other friends, Iner A. Woolford, Shirley A. Taylor and Diane Thomas. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Progressive Baptist Church are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Progressive Baptist Church, 1214 S. Robertson St., on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 10:00 am; Visitation begins at 9:00 am; Interment: Resthaven Cemetery; Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 7411 Chef Menteur Hwy. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

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April 29, 2017

Billie May posted to the memorial.

April 28, 2017

Lee posted to the memorial.

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Billie May

April 29, 2017

We will always remember Leo and aunt Allean.Thank you Claire for being a good caretaker.
Love you,
Billie & Irene

Lee

April 28, 2017

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God bring peace and joyful memories during this time of grief.

Juanita/Wanda Thomas

April 24, 2017

Claire,
You are in our prayers. If you need us call.

Martha Temple

April 23, 2017

Hi Ms Claire, you have Martha, Daniel Pollard condolences. We no he truly going to be missed. ..may God bless, and be blessed Amen.

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April 29, 2017

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