Viola Bond Johnson

1933 - 2017

JOHNSON Viola Bond Johnson, 83 left this world for another on June 27, 2017 with her loving family by her side. Entering Heaven she will be greeted by her parents, Elmer and Cecilia Bond, brothers, Dale and Carl and sister Mary Helen Dunlap, her husband Bernie Franklin Johnson (CDR USN ret.), eldest son Dennis Stefan and first granddaughter, Jessica Rachel Johnson and the many relatives and friends that have passed before her. Viola loved her years as the wife of a Naval Officer and cherished the role she played in the lives of her family. She enriched so many with her humble and selfless giving. She is survived by her sons Richard Wade Johnson (Mary), Joseph Riley Johnson (Jeannie) and daughter Nanette Johnson Duffy (Daniel). Her grandchildren Jerimy Hanlin, Jennifer Hanlin Swope, Julia Johnson Sayres, Jacqueline Johnson Rocchio, Evie Johnson, Ricky Johnson, Rachel Harris, Roddy Harris, Franklin Johnson, Jamenia Barresi and 12 great grand children. We would be honored to have you attend her celebration of life on July 11th at St. Joseph's Historic Catholic Church; a Reception with the family will commence at 10 am, followed by a funeral mass at 11am. Internment at H. Warren Smith Cemetery Jacksonville Beach, FL immediately following. Flowers will be accepted at the Historic Church from 9-10 am on the morning of the service. St. Joseph's Historic Catholic Church, 4124 Loretto Rd Jacksonville, FL 32223