Camron’ Douglas Johnson

LTJG Camron’ Douglas Johnson 

Submarine Warfare, USN 

October 18, 2000 – January 16, 2026

Lieutenant Junior Grade Camron’ Douglas Johnson passed away on January 16, 2026 in Norfolk, VA. He was born in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, at the U.S. Naval Hospital Roosevelt Roads to his proud parents, Venita Johnson, retired Navy Master Chief, and Douglas “Brian” Johnson, both of Wilmington, NC.

As a military child, Camron’ called many places home, including Burtonsville, MD, Norfolk, VA, Wilmington, NC, and San Antonio, TX. He graduated from North Carolina State University with a degree in Electrical Engineering, and from there, followed in his mother’s footsteps by serving his country with honor and purpose. 

LTJG Johnson served with distinction aboard the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS NEW MEXICO (SSN 779) — his first submarine assignment and where he was stationed at the time of his passing. During his 20-month tour, he led three divisions and supported critical SUBSOP operations. His dedication earned him multiple shipboard qualifications, the Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and his prestigious dolphins — marking his full qualification as a submariner and induction into the elite undersea community. 

Camron’ was known for his quiet brilliance, depth of thought, and compassionate spirit. In his free time, he found joy in reading — his favorite pastime — as well as rock climbing, doodling, and listening to his vinyl records. When he wasn’t out to sea, he was teaching himself Japanese and piano, and enjoyed spending time catching up with friends over a thoughtful glass of wine and the occasional cigar. 

His loss is deeply felt by his brothers, Darius Johnson (Kenzie) and Marcus Johnson, who were his lifelong companions and friends. He is survived by his great-grandmother, Mary C. Jackson; grandparents Craig McQuillan (Darlene), Elizabeth Harvin Johnson, Pamela Jackson Doughty, and Roderick “Papa” Doughty; and his great-aunt Erma Johnson. Though he never had the chance to meet him, Camron’ proudly carried the name and legacy of his late paternal grandfather, Douglas L. Johnson. 

He is also remembered by his aunts and uncles: Donti McQuillan, Frankie Jackson, Melanie Gardiner (Tremaine), Neiko Flowers (Janisse), Telly Jackson (Essence), and Tywana Lawson (Corey), as well as numerous other cousins, great aunts and uncles, military family members, and cherished friends whose lives he touched. 

Camron’ was a brilliant mind gone too soon, a son, a brother, a friend, and a Sailor whose quiet leadership left a lasting mark on his peers and his Sailors alike. His memory will live on through those who knew and loved him. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate and Son. Until we meet again, you will stay in our hearts. 

In honoring Camron’s wishes, the family has chosen to forgo a traditional funeral or memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Camron’s memory may be made to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society at https://support.nmcrs.org/a/homepage. 

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