Theodore W. Johnson

Theodore William Johnson departed this life on Wednesday Dec. 22, 2010, at Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, Va. Theodore (Ted) was born on Sept. 27, 1932, in Erie, Pa., to the late Junius and Beulah Johnson.

He received his formal education from East High School and participated on the school swim team. He also spent two years at Edinboro State College in the Erie area. He entered the United States Army and served two years on active duty. He participated and enjoyed boxing while in the service.

In March of 1960, Ted married Christine Walker and they made their home in Petersburg, Va. This union was blessed with two children, Andre William and Angela Denise.

Ted was retired from Brown & Williamson. He was an avid golfer and thoroughly enjoyed active golfing days at the Fort Lee golf course with friends and acquaintances.

Theodore was predeceased by his parents; and his brother, Junius Johnson.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Christine Walker Johnson; his loving son, Andre W. Johnson of Glen Allen, Va.; his loving daughter, Angela J. Russell (Henry) of Hampton, Va.; granddaughter, Christina Nicole Ford of Hampton, Va., and granddaughter, Alta Lynee Russell-Sears of Herndon, Va.; a loving sister, Constance J. Booth of Erie, Pa.; brother-in-law, Emmanuel A. Walker (Sandra) of Petersburg, Va.; father-in-law, Bennie R. Walker of Lawrenceville, Va.; three great-grandchildren; numerous nieces; nephews; other relatives; and friends.

Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to be made to the American Heart Association or a favorite charity.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.