JAMES STERLING JOHNSON

JAMES STERLING JOHNSON obituary

JAMES STERLING JOHNSON

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JAMES JOHNSON Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Zeis McGreevey Funeral Homes & Cremation Service on Nov. 25, 2025.

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James Sterling Johnson age 90, father of James Johnson, Jr. and Ricardo Johnson; grandfather and uncle of many; brother of Charles Johnson, Brenda Eason (Bill), David Hughes (Metta), Virginia McCrary, and the late Delma Johnson, and George Hughes Sr. (Georgeanna). James was a longtime member of Mt. Haven Baptist Church. Friends received at the Zeis-McGreevey Funeral Home, 16105 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, OH 44107 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2025 and 2:30-4 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2025. Interment Private.

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November 26, 2025

Naomi Johnson II posted to the memorial.

November 26, 2025

Saphronia Johnson posted to the memorial.

November 26, 2025

Rev Michael D. Small posted to the memorial.

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Naomi Johnson II

November 26, 2025

Uncle Knox you are a very special man. You made such a major impact in my life in such a short amount of time. Your memory will live on through all of your loved ones you leave behind. I can´t take a drive without a toothpick hanging there. You are loved and will be missed dearly. 10-4, over and out.
Little Naomi

Saphronia Johnson

November 26, 2025

Uncle Knox:
I learned so many life lesson from you. Our conversations, our road trips, our lazy days, our laughs and even our tears are shaping me into the person I am becoming.
I am forever grateful that God blessed me with an amazing uncle. Thank you for allowing me to a part of your epic journey in this world.
The Steel Cowboy rides on.
Love you always,
Saphronia Johnson

Rev Michael D. Small

November 26, 2025

We extend our prayers and sympathy to the families and friends from Pastor MD Small, Family and Mt Haven Baptist Church membership.

Delmer A Johnson II

November 25, 2025

I´m deeply saddened by the passing of Uncle Knox. May his memory bring us comfort and keep us close during this difficult time.

Love Alvoia, Daurence, Dante and Dana

Lelar and Michelle WHITAKER

November 25, 2025

Michelle Janae Scotty Reshawn Whitaker

November 25, 2025

MICHELLE BROOKS

November 25, 2025

Hi Guy, You were an Awesome Person. You helped so many people doing your lifetime. You have earned your crown. You will be missed. Love MICHELLE Lelar Janae Scotty Whitaker and the Gang!!

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