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Earnest Johnson Obituary
He attended J.E.J. Moore High School. At an early age, he confessed in Christ and joined Providence Baptist Church. He was chairman of the hospitality committee and a member of the trustee board. He Loved the Lord with all of his heart.
Earnest was the proud owner, operator and CEO of Johnson Hauling Company. Mr. Johnson held many titles, one of which he was very proud of, Virginia Commonwealth Baseball League, where he held the position of president for five years. He was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. He was very active in the community. Earnest enjoyed cooking, being a disc jockey (Soul-Drifter) family, and friends.
Too many to name: amongst them, devoted friends, Bill Crockett, Johnny McCadden, Fred Jr., Carolyn and J.T. Lovick; a devoted sister-in-law, Ida Edwards who dedicated her time from the beginning of his journey to the end.
Earnest was married to his devoted and loving wife, Elsie Edwards Johnson for 49 years of marital bliss. From this union they were blessed with six beautiful children, Alesia, Earnest of Tracy, Calif., Norman, Winslow (Charlotte), Daris (Jeanelle), and Desi.
In addition he leaves to cherish his memory: 16 loving grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Melvin (Alfreda) Johnson of Hopewell, and James (Jean) Johnson of Prince George; sisters-in-law, Frances Johnson, Glovenia Patterson, Virgie Bonner, Vernice Walker, Mary White, and Thelma Edwards; brothers-in-law, Richard (Ruth) Edwards, Booker (Ida) Edwards, and Fred Pulley. He also leaves a host of loving nieces; nephews; cousins; and friends to include a special and devoted family member, Honorable Judge Roger Gregory and Lisa Wilburn.
A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, June 30, 2014, at the Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg, the Rev. Jeffrey L. Reaves Sr., pastor, officiating, and the Rev. Dr. Marcus D. Campbell, will eulogize. Burial will follow at the Johnson family cemetery, Prince George. Public viewing will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2014, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Petersburg Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home. The family will assemble at the residence at 12 p.m. on the day of the service for procession.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, 804-863-4411.
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Memories and Condolences
for Earnest Johnson
Hattie & Wilburt Bonner
July 2, 2014
Elsie & Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will strengthen you and may he find a comforting place in your hearts. May your memories bring you comfort.
Graves
July 1, 2014
Paradise awaits those in God's memory. Ps. 37:29
June 30, 2014
To The Johnson Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you today and always. Love, Ann Taylor, Delorise Scott, Winfree (Butch) Bonner, & Tyrone Bonner
Elsie & Earnest
Pearl.B. Temple
June 30, 2014
Elsie & Family, In Spirit, Faith And Love, We Stand With You Today. May God Grant You Strength And Peace In This Your Hour Of Greatest Need. Our Deepest Sympathy, Cousin Pearl.B.Temple & The Bailey Family,Richmond Virginia
Robin Tucker-Ellis
June 30, 2014
To the Johnson Family:
My deepest condolescene are extended to you for the passing of your love one. Ernest was a gentle and kind person. He always greeted me when I saw him with a smile. Cherish all of your good memories and it shall bring comfort, peace and joy to your heart.
Connie Staten
June 30, 2014
You have my sympathy for your loss.May God bless and keep you and your family now and forever and know to be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord.
Charles & Denette Byrd
June 29, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.
Vern Harper Hubbard
June 29, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Vern Harper Hubbard & Family
Sharmonique Burrow
June 29, 2014
To The Johnson Family,
We want you to know that we are thinking of you as celebrate the home going of Ernest. For we know to be absent from our earthly body is to be present with the Lord. He suffers no more for God took away all of his pain. We ask that He continues to wipe all of your tears, for they soon will be tears of joy. We send our love to you and ask the Lord to keep you in perfect peace.
Chris & Sharmonique Burrow
and Family
Frank Houchens
June 29, 2014
Comfort and the peace of God we extend to you this day and in the days ahead. We extend our deepest sympathy to his lovely wife. Earnest will be missed by so many and even though we haven't seen you recently, we still have many fond memories of the cookouts at your home and those great tasting hushpuppies that only Earnest could cook them just right. Earnest was no stranger to anyone and the two of you are such a beautiful couple. He will forever be in our hearts. God will take care of you, continue to trust him in all ways. Respectfully submitted Frank & Rev. Cynthia Houchens, Montpelier, VA
Sheila Hawkins-Ellis
June 29, 2014
To Elsie, children and the Johnson family: Earnest fought a long and courageous battle. There has to be comfort in knowing that he had a relationship with God. He is free and at peace. We prayed consistently for him on the Prayer Line and we will continue to pray for your strength to get through this difficult time.
Sheriff Raymond Bell
June 29, 2014
May god bless you during your time of need
June 29, 2014
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted, Matthews 6:4. Sending love and sympathy to Aunt Elsie, Lisa, Fitzgerald, Desi, Daris, Windslow and Norman. I know how you feel but God will take care or you so hold on to his unchanging hand. I love you.
Charles, Wanda, Takia, Kristiana and Kamora
Mary (Brown) Harrison
June 28, 2014
Dear James, Jean, and the Johnson Family:
Orlander and I send our heartfelt condolences in the passing of one so dear to you. May God grant you peace and comfort. We send love and we will keep you in our prayers.
June 28, 2014
May God continue to bless you and your family. Keep your hand ln God hand an he will direct your pass.Love Preston nGertrude Jones
Shantel Edwards
June 28, 2014
May God be with you during your time of sorrow. Weeping may endure during the night, but of course, joy comes in the morning. Be bless, family. Love, Shantel Edwards and family (Wendell's daughter, Denny's)
Maxwell & Magaline Jordan
June 28, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
irene rev.21:4
June 28, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cary,Belinda,Nishia Edwards
June 28, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
June 28, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Arnold Washington
June 28, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gail Pulley
June 27, 2014
God promise that you will never alone. It is very difficult to find the right words to comfort you. May you feel his presence as we pray for your heart to be comforted during this difficult time. I loved my uncle Earnest and he will always be in my heart and very much missed. Sincerest Sympathy & Love
Gail Pulley & Son
Darryl Green
June 27, 2014
Gone is a great Man who will be greatly missed!! Our Deepest Sympathies The Green Family
Takia Graves
June 27, 2014
We gone miss u unc luv u frum Wanda, Kia and Knuckle
Ralph & Rosa Harper
June 27, 2014
May God keep you and your family strong. we will keep you in our prayers Skip&Pole
June 26, 2014
so sorry for your loss elsie n kids god bless u all cookie n mike fisher
Norma (Lady Tko) Beasley
June 26, 2014
Sorry for your loss may God be with you all.
Mr and Mrs. Doran Mapp & family
June 26, 2014
To the Johnson family,
Sorry for your loss.
Mr. & Mrs. Dwayne H. Gilliam &Family
June 26, 2014
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
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