Melvin Johnson Obituary
Melvin was a man of immense faith and was a member of Pleasant Hill Church.
He is survived by his devoted siblings, Robin RCW Johnson, Esq. of East Orange, New Jersey, Dena DS Glover (Edward), Hillside New Jersey, Kim Davis of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Derron Jenkins (Julie), Houston, Texas; loving companion and sister in Christ, Shirley Harrington of Rosewell, Georgia; as well as, two aunts, an uncle, and a host of many loving and caring nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, Peggy Lena Williams Johnson Jenkins, and Melvin Johnson, Sr. and his stepfather, Stiley Jenkins.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026 1:00 PM at Pleasant Hill Church, 725 Pleasant Hill Street, Roswell, GA 30075. The services will be livestreamed from the Church's website.
Memorial Contributions in memory of Melvin Johnson, Jr., are suggested to the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund, % The V Foundation for Cancer Research, 14600 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513.
Please express your condolences here on our website. Services entrusted to Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, Gwinnett Chapel, 914 Scenic Hwy Lawrenceville, GA 30045. (770)338-5558.
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Lynette Hillman-Walker
January 17, 2026
I continue to pray for your family during this time.
Jenkins Families United
January 17, 2026
With heavy hearts, the Jenkins Families United New Jersey Executive Board and its members extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Melvin Johnson Jr.
We join the Johnson family and loved ones in mourning this profound loss. During this time of sorrow, we send our prayers for comfort, strength, and peace. May cherished memories bring solace and may love surround the family now and in the days ahead.
Melvin will be remembered, honored, and held in our hearts.
Rest in peace, Melvin Johnson Jr.
Jenkins Families United
Executive Board & Members
kurby brown
December 28, 2025
Melvin Johnson, Jr., 64, of Roswell, Georgia, transitioned on Friday, December 19, 2025. His Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Pleasant Hill Church, 725 Pleasant Hill Street, Roswell, GA 30075. Services are entrusted to Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, Gwinnett Chapel.
Melvin Johnson from the famed MajesticRollers was more than a skater-he was a living chapter in the history of roller skating. Though there may be no recordings or photographs to fully capture his brilliance, his legacy is firmly etched in the hearts and memories of those who shared the floor with him. In skating, relevance isn´t always documented-it´s testified to by peers, road dogs, and partners who witnessed greatness in real time.
For over forty years, his longtime skate partners Algie Parham and Kurby Brown, along with many others, will attest that Melvin was a master craftsman of freestyle on wood floors and a true authority of Jersey Twin City-style dance steps. His presence on the floor commanded respect, not through arrogance, but through excellence.
What truly set Melvin apart-his superpower-was humility. He was a dedicated student of the craft, always willing to learn from others, even those considered greater talents. That hunger to grow, paired with unmatched consistency, made him a constant force wherever he skated. Alongside Algie and Kurby, Melvin traveled across many states, especially New York, from the 1970s through 2005, refining his skills, expanding his style, and cementing his uniqueness.
Melvin´s journey culminated in a legacy of mastery, brotherhood, and influence that continues to inspire generations of skaters. In the Metaverse, we imagine a Hall of Fame that honors true contributors to the game-complete with a statue to commemorate our hero. Whether imagined or real, such an honor feels fitting for a man whose impact transcends time and documentation.
Welcome to the Kingdom of Legends, Melvin Johnson. Your roll was true, your style unmatched, and your spirit everlasting. Kudos to you, our brother-you will never be forgotten. The skate community extends their heartfelt condolences to the Johnson family!
Yolanda Johnson
December 23, 2025
My sincere condolence to the family. Melvin was truly an inspiration. He was steadfast in his faith and belief, never questioning God's plan. I thank God for his amazing journey.
Yolanda Johnson
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