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Rufus Johnson Obituary

Elder Rufus Johnson - WALTHOURVILLE - Elder Rufus Johnson, age 64, departed this life on Wednesday, October 6, 2010 in Jesup. Visitation: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 11, 2010 at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at Powerhouse of Deliverance Church, 218 Airport Road in Hinesville. Interment with Military Honors will be in Oglethorpe Memorial Park, Hinesville, Georgia. Dorchester Funeral Home, Midway Savannah Morning News October 10, 2010 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Oct. 10, 2010.

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Anthony Morton

October 25, 2010

God bless you Sister Johnson,you are in our prayers continually. Rufus left a positive stigma behind which only HE could have done.We will miss HIM greatly Love ya Pastor Anthony Morton Sr.

Marcus Cicero

October 21, 2010

This is very sad. I wonder how Dr. Johnson came to pass away.

The Fuewell family

October 15, 2010

Dr.Juanita Johnson and family,I worked with your husband every morning last year in Jordye Bacon.It was a pleasure working with him.He was so dedicated to the school and the children.He kept my head up with the loss of my daughter in 2008 and kept me goimg everyday.I could never thank him enough for that.He will never be forgotten and always be in our hearts.May god bless you and your family.

October 13, 2010

Though we know he is "at Home", he will be missed. It was always a joy for us all to get together at different functions. God bless you and your family as you continue on this journey until you meet him again. You're in my prayers. Much love, Evg. Noel of PHOD

October 12, 2010

I met Mr. Johnson by working with him at Jordye Bacon Elementary School. He was a great person who worked to his fullest potential. To the family I am very sad for his untimely homegoing. I pray that God will forever best Mr. Johnson's family. (Rose Huston)

October 12, 2010

We knew Mr. Johnson at Jordye Bacon Elem. We looked forward to seeing his smiling face every morning last year and he was always there waiting :) I'm so thankful that my son had the opportunity to know Mr. Johnson. We will never forget him.
To Mr. Johnson's family please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time and always.

Susan Harris

October 12, 2010

I had the privilege of working with Mr. Johnson at the school. He found a way to pass along his cheerful smile or a laugh to others around him (colleagues and students alike). I can't remember ever leaving a conversation with him without smiling. His happy spirit touched all of us and he will be missed a lot! My sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family.

October 12, 2010

May God Bless you and your family

James and Lillie Glover

Anthony Burns

October 12, 2010

Mrs. Johnson, My deepest condolences and sympathies for the loss of your husband. You are and will always be in my prayers. Anything you need please don't hesitate to lean on your extended Walthourville family. You have my number. Except my apologies for not making the service I had to work.

Your Friend in Christ

October 12, 2010

Nature

As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation

Prophet Otis & Rebecca McIver. SR.

October 12, 2010

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

Deacon William & Annie Stidhum

October 11, 2010

Our prayers are with you and the family. May God continue to keep you strong and hold you up during the lost of your love one Elder Rufus Johnson.

JOHN BACON

October 11, 2010

OUR PRAYS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY (DEC.JOHN BACON)
FAITH TEMPLE CHURCH

Evangelist Dr Fascia S Sapp

October 11, 2010

To Evangelist Dr Juanita Johnson and family, May God continue to keep you and strengthen you in your time of sorrow. Elder Johnson was an encourager to all those he came in contact with he will be truly missed. Continue to Look to the hill from whence all your help come from. May God bless you and the family is my prayer.

Alma & Jerome Williams

October 11, 2010

May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Myrtle Baker & Baker

October 11, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Debra Motley

October 10, 2010

It is with deepest regret that we mourn the loss of Elder Johnson. He was a valuable asset to the local CASA Program, and his heart was there for the children. We could never thank him enough for his commitment to serving the youth of our community through his tireless efforts as a CASA volunteer. To the family we thank you for sharing him with us.

Myrtle Baker & Family

October 9, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Evangelist and Missionary Richard (Demetra) Garvin - Royal Temple Holiness Church

October 9, 2010

Precious In the sight of the Lord is the death of the Saints....

To Evangelist Dr. Juanita Johnson and the entire Johnson family. I pray that God will continue to strengthen you in this your time of bereavement. Elder Johnson was such an encourager and for that I will truly miss him, We know that all things work together for the good of them that love the Lord and are called unto his purpose. God Bless You and may Heaven shine upon you is my prayer.

Tim and Grace Williams

October 9, 2010

Elder Johnson will truly be missed. We send our love and prayers to the family. Agape- Elder T.L. Williams and Family

Jasper and Betty (Ross) Jones

October 9, 2010

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.

Lakuinta James

October 9, 2010

I was so shock to hear the news of Mr. Johnson passing. We had great times at McIntosh YDC. May God Bless your family and soul.

Lakuinta James

October 9, 2010

I was so shock to hear of his passing. We had great times at McIntosh YDC. May God Bless your family and soul.

Tammy Screws

October 9, 2010

My heart goes out to the Johnson family. The world has lost one of it's best. I will surely miss my friend. Only knew him a few years. What an impreession he made on me in such a short time. I can only imagine what he has left for his family.My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this time of sorrow.

Pastor Grace Deloach Robinson

grace robinson

October 9, 2010

From Pastor Grace robinson we send our deepest sympathy in the passing of my brother rufus i know what you are going thru
love always Pastor Grace Robinson and
Charles Robinson Apostolic Ministry
we love you, we love you, we care

October 8, 2010

our thoughts and prayers are with this family.sleep on (SPARROW) AND TAKE YOUR REST.......THE ROBERTS FAMILY

Cassie Lorick

October 8, 2010

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

Eugene & louise Mcgee

October 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

SGM (Ret) D. S Andrews

October 8, 2010

Greetings,
It is always sad to loose a friend, brother, father, husband, son, family member, or grand father. It's always reassuring to know that they took advantage of giving their life to Jesus. We thank God for this man of God who constantly strive to help others. May God strengthen you and carry you at this time of loss. Our family extends our deepest condolences to you.

In Christ,

Elder Andrews and family

West Rehab Services

October 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Mr. Rufus was always so funny and friendly. He will be missed!

Sharon&Larry Clayton

October 8, 2010

I had the honor of working with Mr. Johnson, he always gave us the Word, some advice, made us laugh and had a piece of candy. The students loved him! My husband also met him and they shared some things about the Army(Retirees). My deepest sympathy. He will be missed.

Elder Timothy and Laverne Anthony

October 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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