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Jesse Johnson Obituary

Jesse B. Johnson departed from this life and entered into eternal life with a peaceful smile, at his residence on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at the age of 76. He was a native of Wisner, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Jesse was employed with various cab companies in the New Orleans area for over 50 years. Loving husband of 53 years to Sara McGown Johnson. Devoted father of Mildred, Katina, Terry, Eric (Monica) Derrick, Mervyn and the late Terrell "Big Fat". He was also, instrumental in the rearing of 4 of his grandchildren Jarmual, Nisha, Terrell, Jerrell, and 2 of his great grandchildren Jahlin and Chloe. Son of the late Dewey and Bessie Johnson. Brother of the late Henry, Willie, Joshua, Dewey, Jr. Robert, and Bernice Johnson, Easter Wilford, and Esther Madison. Son-in-law of Jessie L. Brown. Brother-in-law of Norma Johnson, Linda, Glenda, Nancy, Brenda, Judy (Doug), Larry (Lucinda) and Jake. Cousin of Louis Johnson. Devoted friend of Nicol Charles Walker, Ruth Sandifer, and Elma Bridges; also survived by 40 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church, Holly Grove Baptist Church of Wisner, LA and all neighboring churches; employees of Liberty, Marrero, White Fleet and Yellow Cab Companies are invited to attend the Funeral Service at St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church, 1738 L. B. Landry Ave., New Orleans, LA on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Norman Francis, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jun. 8 to Jun. 10, 2017.

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QUANISHA MCGOWN

April 10, 2018

I LOVE U SO MUCH PAWPAW YOUR BABY NISHA IT HURTS SO BAD WHY??

Brandy McGown

June 16, 2017

May God bless you and the family in this time of sorrow...sending prayers and love y'all way

Lillie Rodgers

June 12, 2017

Prayers for the Johnson family. We all love cousin Jesse deeply. He was the last first cousin on our dad's side of the family. That does not mean that our bond is broken. We love you guys deeply and will always stay bonded and grounded by love. Praying for cousin Sarah and the rest of the family.

Bush Family

June 11, 2017

Ms Sarah just know that we are praying for you and the family. Cast your cares upon the Lord for he cares for you. We love you.

CHERYL CARTER

June 10, 2017

My heartfelt sympathy to Sarah and the family . Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal . Praying for comfort for you all .

Elaine Bridges family

June 10, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Thelma Perrilliat

June 9, 2017

Such a beautiful friend for so many years, you will be truly missed. My condolences to the family.

Bonquelle Perrilliat

June 9, 2017

Rest in Heaven.. Love and prayers

Cathy Davis

June 8, 2017

A true man of God you touch so many lives you will definitely be missed your wife and children gave you the best birthday parties every year take your rest gone but not forgotten

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