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Jonathan Johns Obituary
1959-2011
Jonathan "Johnny" Johns, 52, of Pensacola passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 8th, 2011. Born on January 7, 1959, Johnny was the youngest of seven boys born to Perry and Minnie Johns. A lifetime resident of Pensacola, his personality and sense of humor were larger than life.
He has two devoted daughters through his marriage to Tonia Johns.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Perry and Minnie and brothers, Perry, Archie and Bill.
He is survived by his daughter, Shanna Church and her husband, Timothy Church; his daughter, Renata Johns; two grandchildren, Brendan and Patrick Church; his brothers, Willie, Paul and Robert Johns, a large extended family, and a supportive group of lifelong friends.
The visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 11th, and the memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 12th both at Faith Chapel Funeral Home South. .
In lieu of flowers, his daughters request that you please send a donation to
Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children or Appetite for Life of Pensacola.
FAITH CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME SOUTH, 100 Beverly Pkwy, is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Preston Wright
September 14, 2011
A great loss to many people. Johnny was a wonderful person. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.
Tracy Rember
August 31, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Deanna Wade
August 13, 2011
Johnny We will all miss you.But I am so very glad that I had the privilege to be here for you when you needed me..Love u so very much...
Barry Coffield
August 12, 2011
My heart goes out to the Johns family. My prayers go out for you too. God bless you. Barry Coffield
August 12, 2011
It was my pleasure to know Johnny and the Johns family for many years. Johnny was kind, had a good heart and always made me feel welcome. There is truly a new angel in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Love, Dean Jarman
Lana Nakev
August 12, 2011
Renata,
May God grant you and your family strength during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Lana
Tammy Johns
August 11, 2011
Johnny, I love you and will miss you always. Tell GOD I said I"ll see him. Save me a place close to you. Love, Tammy.
Tammy Johns
August 11, 2011
Johnny, I love you and will miss you always. Tell GOD I said I"ll see him. Save me a place close to you. Love Tammy!
Tammy Johns
August 11, 2011
Johnny , I love you and will miss you always. Rest in peace and tell GOD I'll see him, save me a place close to you.
Love,Tammy
Pat Johns
August 11, 2011
You have reached your eternal reward Johnny and leave behind family and friends that will grieve for you,but rest assured your family and friends will see you again through Jesus Christ our Saviour. God Bless All. Pat Johns
Tommy & Andy Lepard
August 11, 2011
John was a great friend of mine and Andy's for the last 20 years. It was always a pleasure to see him. He was always very nice. We will miss him .
Ronald Gunn
August 11, 2011
John Johns had a beautiful soul and was a wonderful individual. He will truly be missed.
lisa lambrisky
August 11, 2011
I love you Uncle Johnny! you'll be missed very much! May God watch over our friends and family and give us strength to make it through this time.
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