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McClellan Johnson Obituary
McCLELLAN J. JOHNSON (Age 95)
Of Washington, DC was called home Monday, January 23, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife Bessie; sister Edra; 15 children; and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceding him in death was his brother Wilbur. Services will be held Monday, January 30, at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3211 Sacred Heart Way, Pine Street NW, Washington, DC. Viewing from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Mass begins at 12 noon. Interment Harmony Memorial Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for McClellan Johnson
Christie Ready
January 23, 2020
You are forever missed. Rest in heavenly peace.
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Dad this candle with burn forever in our hearts.
The Johnson Family 2
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Dad walking me down the aisle
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Noreen and Dad
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Me, Momma & Dad
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Dad 4
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Dad, Fahamme, & her son
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Me and Dad 5
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Dad by himself
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Beverly & Dad
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 13, 2012
Yolanda Washington
April 13, 2012
I miss u granddaddy!!!!! Can't believe u r no longer here, sad that u r gone but happy that u r no longer suffering Love You!!!
Dad at cookout
Veroinca Johnson-Fersner
April 12, 2012
Beverly & Dad at cookout 2
Veroinca Johnson-Fersner
April 12, 2012
Dad at my cookout 2
Veroinca Johnson-Fersner
April 12, 2012
Dad at my house
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
Dad & Beverly
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
Dad at my house for cookout
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
Dad, Keisha & Pat
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
My Dad walking me down the aisle
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
Me my Mother & Dad
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
Dad & Momma at Christmas
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
Me and my Dad at my wedding
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 11, 2012
Dad his niece Fahamme and his great nephew
April 11, 2012
Me and my Dad
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
April 10, 2012
Keisha Johnson
April 10, 2012
When you lose someone you love what moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we knew you were getting tired. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. God saw your struggle and told you to come home your mission is complete. We begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us soooo many memories to ever forget you. You was the true definition of a real man through and through. I will truly miss saying “Hi granddaddy” and him responding “How do you do”. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
I Miss You, I Love You and You will Always Remain in My Heart Granddaddy
Your Granddaughter Keisha
Noreen Johnson
March 31, 2012
Daddy you were always there for my siblings and me. My life is devoid without you in it. You were my teacher, my counselor, my advisor and sometimes my banker. I will never forget your words of advice whenever I came to you with a problem. You will always be the best part of me. My heart has a hole in it due to your passing. You were a one in a million Dad. Everyone how has every known you were lucky because you were one of a kind. You know the saying that goes when they made me they broke the mold, well that statment holds true for my Father. He was truely a unique man, a understanding husband, and a Great Father. Love you Daddy always.
Ebbony Oliver
March 29, 2012
There aren't many people in this world that can say they had their great-grandfather as a part of their life for 32 years. But I am definitely blessed to say, I was one of those people. There are many things about you that I will miss, like…speaking to you as I pass by saying, “Hey Granddaddy” and hearing your faithful response, “How do you DO”!?!. I will miss your joyful whistling as you walked about the house as well as hearing you call me Peanut as only you did. Love you GRANDADDY and always will!
Darryl Austin
March 2, 2012
Dear Big Mac, I only knew you a short time but, in that time I could tell you were a man of integrity and very spiritual. You will be greatly missed.
Darryl Austin
March 2, 2012
Dear, Big Mac I only you A short time but in that time I could tell you were a man of integrity. I will miss you very much.
David Johnson
February 29, 2012
Heavenly Father I want to thank you for Blessing me with the greatest parent a son could ever have, Dad you are my hero and I will miss you dearly and I know one day we as a Family will be Reunited together again with our Lord. Rest in Peace Pop your Job here is done but your spirit will carry on in your Family.
Nicole Ready
February 29, 2012
You were the glue that held us all together; I don't know how we are going to get along without you Granddaddy; for you to me, were the Head and my Father was the tail of the coin in my life, not sure how I'll get through not having both of you around any longer, but we all will continue to just take things one day at a time. I miss you so much because you were the one who told me to keep singing when everyone told me to shut up growing up and look at what I have acheived now. We are all grateful to have had you in our life; and, now know that we have someone up there putting a good word in for all of us. :-)
Gaynell Thomas
February 29, 2012
I would like to thank you for being the man that you were, there will never be anyone like you every you have brought so much to so many life'
s and we all are bless to have had you in I'll life's miss you much.
The Johnson Family Kids
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
February 28, 2012
Freda Ball-Conley
February 28, 2012
To My Dear Uncle Mac , I can remember the conversations we had when i was priveledged to live with you at your house on Q st and Columbia rd . I just want to thank you for all the advice you gave me way back then . I love you Mr Patriack of the family. You did a marvelous job of raising 14 children of your own and anyone who wanted to become a part of your family . Rest In the Divine Light of God , and walk around Heaven All Day .Once again I Love You Uncle Mac , You will always have a special place in my heart .
You niece ,
Freda Elaine
Please tell all of our ancestors I said hellow . I will be praying for you all .
The Johnson Family
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
February 28, 2012
beverly austin
February 27, 2012
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February 27, 2012
Beverly Austin
February 27, 2012
Christie Ready
February 27, 2012
I am so grateful and blessed to have had you in my life for 32 years. You were indeed the rock that held us all together and you are definitely missed.
John Clayton
February 27, 2012
I am thankful and blessed to have had you as my farther-in-law, you will be missed. Thank you for everything...Wayne
Joseph Johnson
February 27, 2012
Dad,I just want to say thanks for all that you have done for me and my family, from getting me the job at the Waash. Post in 1960, to the talks we use to have on Sunday mornings when i would stop by on my way home from work. I never told you then so i would like to take this time to say thanks. I will see you later. Joe
Brittany Johnson
February 27, 2012
To live 95 years and share so much love and wisdom to those you love is a blessing especially to all of us you help raised. We love you and will always have you in our hearts. You've been the backbone to this family, guiding us and encouraging us to accomplish anything we put our minds to. You set the standard for family love and made sure that we all have that sense of how important it is to stay together. I love you and this family, because no matter what each of us has done or not done, when we get together there is nothing but unconditional love and support that is in the room. You will forever be in my heart Granddaddy.
Granddaddy and Grandson Bernard
February 27, 2012
Daddy, Joe and Pat
February 27, 2012
Granddaddy
February 27, 2012
Daddy and Aunt Edra
February 27, 2012
Daddy
February 27, 2012
Johnson Family
February 27, 2012
Cecelia Clayton
February 27, 2012
Dad, you are missing in the flesh but you will always live in my heart. I know I will see you again. Cecy
Gradddad
February 27, 2012
Cynthia Celey
February 27, 2012
My Uncle Mac - " A Phenomenal Man"
My Uncle Mac was a phenomenal man. A greater man there will NEVER be....
He had 14 children 12 girls and 2 boys, he was a Husband, Father, Brother, Granddad, Great Granddad, Great-Great Granddad he had 13 nieces and nephews in which one included me...
Uncle Mac lived a beautiful life, he was with us for 95yrs. But the good Lord whispered in his ear and said "Come With Me McClellan" and whiped away his tears....
His children were his joy. He lovingly called them "clowns" but he made sure he was there when they wore their caps and gowns....
I remember when he played the trombone, he was prooud to play in a band. I remember when he worked for the Washington Post, now his son is taking the stand....
Uncle Mac, please tell our family we all said hello, and one day we will meet again, we only hope we will leave like you, with a peaceful heart and very little pain....
We all came today to say goodbye, We all have something to share,
We all know where you are going, Uncle Mac and only "Angels" live there....
He left us so suddenly, he didn't even say goodbye....
Uncle Mac was a peaceful man, and like the bible says
"So You Live - So You Shall Die"
I write this poem for my Uncle Mac
"A PHENOMENAL MAN"
I will always LOVE YOU!!!!!
Poem By: His Oldest niece Cynthia
Christie Ready
February 27, 2012
Poem, Grandfather
Generous Loving Man
Rendering his Love & care wherever he can
Allowed God into his life everyday
Never stop believing in what he say.
Dad, granddad, husband, brother, uncle, cousin and friend
Forever in our hearts and
Adored by many women and men
Taken from us for an eternal sleep in
Harmony we will come together for
Everybody knows now we can
Rest in peace.
By Christie Ready - Granddaughter
We Love you, miss you,
And you will forever be
In our hearst and minds.
Willie Mae Johnson (Dad's Mother), Dad, Wilbur (Dad's Brother) and Edra (Dad's Sister)
February 27, 2012
Great-Granddad and Brittany
February 27, 2012
4 Generations - Granddad, Dad, Me and Duane
February 27, 2012
Daddy meets the Pope at the Vatican in Rome, Italy
February 27, 2012
Daddy
February 27, 2012
Granddad and Jerome
February 27, 2012
Dad and Beverly
February 27, 2012
Daddy and Mama
February 27, 2012
FOR YOU GRANDDAD
Essence Thomas
February 27, 2012
Granddad,
Thank you for everything a place to live, a shoulder to lean on and for peanuts lol. You are the reason I am where I am today and I salute you. I love you more then I could ever express. You played multiple roles in my life from my great-granddad to my granddad to my father and even my protector from my sister lol. I love you I'll never forget what you've done for me or the things you've said to me. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for forgiving me :-*
MM3(SW/AW)THOMAS,ESSENCE M.
Barbara Johnson
February 27, 2012
Mr J, thank you for sharing with me one of your most prized possessions, your first born son Joe. This is someone you showed how to love, to protect and to value his family. Most of all, you showed him how to be a man and in turn he has shown his children that same path to manhood. For this I thank you again. I will miss answering the phone and you asking me, "Is this Joe's wife?" You will truly be missed.
Your Daughter-in Law
Tony Johnson
February 27, 2012
Uncle/Granddad,
I grew up calling you granddad even though you were my uncle, but you treated me as if i was your grandson. I have so many great many memories of coming down the basement and just sitting and talking with you. I remember seeing you walking (very fast i might add), and you would see me and stop to talk to me for a minute or 2, telling me not to get in any trouble up at the park -:). And the several times you told me how much i look like your brother Wilbur (my grandfather). I loved you then and will continue to love you still.
Nephew/Grandson
~Tony
Martese Johnson
February 27, 2012
Hey Granddad,
As I sit here writing this, the tears are flowing. They are tears or happiness and sadness. I'm happy because I know you are with your Father being the angel he has called you home to be, but I'm sad because I physically want you here with us knowing you will be sitting in your chair watching tv in the basement. I remember when I was younger and my dad taking me down to see you and how scared I used to be. As I got older, I enjoyed coming down, but it had been a while since my last visit down there. I'm so sorry for not coming to visit you. You were my only grandfather I actually had a relationship with and I miss you dearly. I was sooo happy in 2000 when you came to my high school graduation cookout. That made my day. I love you granddad! Please continue to watch over us and one day we will see you again. And please hug and kiss Grandma Genny for me and tell her I love and miss her dearly too.
Until we meet again.......
XOXOXOXO
Your granddaughter,
Martese J.
Me and my Dad
Veronica Johnson-Fersner
February 27, 2012
S Ready
February 27, 2012
Miss yu GrandDaddy
Love You ALWAYS
RIP
Annie Bowman
February 26, 2012
Mr.Johnson was like a father figure in my life. He was always willing to help in anyway he could. I met Mr. Johnson back in 1975 when I started working at the Washington Post, I learned a lot from him, both in the work force and in life. I was sorry to hear that he was called home but God knows best, R.I.P.
Emanuel, Amilia & Loletta Osborne
February 23, 2012
Great- Grandad,
I can remember coming over to the big house and going down in the basement to see you! Whom ever would take us down stairs would say, "these are CeCes Grandkids" and you would say CeCe. We were known to you as CeCe's grand kids.
Love your,
great Grand Children
Robin Boseman
February 23, 2012
To my extended family, I send my deepest sympathy and love. Mr. Johnson was truly a great man of God and will be missed. His greatness shows in the love that you all have for each other.
GEORGE BALL
February 23, 2012
UNCLE MACK I'LL ALWAYS CARRY YOU IN MY HEART, I PROMISE!
Tammy Turner
February 22, 2012
Granddaddy,
I Love you and Miss you so much that it hurts my heart to not have you here on earth with me today. I know that it was time for you to have your wings as an angel in heaven but you were already and angel here on earth. You could always count on me and I could always count on you. (Picking Up Your Coke-a-Cola Soda from CVS on Sale)
Thinking back I really appreciate all the things you have done and instill in our family. We were all called the Johnson Children no matter what our last name was. Growing up in the house with you was such a delight. We all had to sit at the table together and eat dinner and afterwards you always had some kind of dessert for us like Peanuts, Cashews, Popcorn, Candy and ect. You would look at Johnnie Carson and laugh so loud that we would laugh just because you were laughing. You would wake Karen, Yogi and Me up in the middle of the night because we didn't do all the dishes in the sink or moped the kitchen floor. When ever any of us would hurt ourselves, you were there with the First Aid/Medical Kit. You always took care of us. You were the rock and the protector of our Family. 95 years with 5 generation of Love, Laughter and Living. I just want to say Thank You. Thank You for all of your hard work, Thank You for raised 15 children. Thank You for keeping a Roof over our heads. Thank You for instilling Morals and Values in our lives. Thank you for tell us that nothing in life is free and we half to work hard for anything that we want. I just wanted to say THANK YOU GRANDDADDY FOR BEING THE BEST GRANDDAD IN THE WORLD!
I Love You and Miss You Always.
Your Granddaughter,
Tammy Turner
“We love him because He first loved us”
1 John 4:9-10
Chalisa Armstrong
February 22, 2012
Grandaddy, The Lord seen you were tired so he took you home for your eternal rest. It hurts us all to not have you here physically, but spiritually you will continue to live through us all. I still think about when we used to come down stairs for peanuts or candy, and I can still picture you sitting in you chair reading the paper. Thank you for being the family man & the man of God that we all need in our lives. Continue to look down on us, bless us, and keep your angel wings wrapped tight around our ENTIRE FAMILY. I love you and miss you dearly. And can you please hug & kiss my Grandma Frances for me please. Thank You again for ALL you've done for EVERYBODY.
Tanya Kidd
February 22, 2012
Grandfather you are at peace now no more worries, no more pain, rest easy until we meet again at the gates of heaven...Love Tanya
Antwanette Washington
February 22, 2012
May your soul rest on granddad .. if the world was filled with men like you it would be a wonderful place. Tho your no longer here in flesh you'll always be in ours hearts love always. Watch over our family and continue to bless us . Until we meet again rest in peace <3
David Johnson Jr
February 22, 2012
"Grandad" Today is 2/22/2012. There's not a moment that goes by that I don't think of you. It's still hard to beleive that a month ago today was your last day on earth with us. Although you are no longer in pain and you are now above smiling down us it still hurts knowing that you are no longer here. I'm just thankful that you were able to see me play football, meet my 5 year old, and to also listen to the countless stories of how each of your kids had a nickname because they were hard headed. I will aso never forget that day you looked me dead in my eyes and called me Bernard and then when I corrected you, 10 minutes later you called me Joe. I still laugh at that to this day. Columbia Rd will be different knowing that you aren't there as downstairs was usually the first place we all went we came there. Thanks for giving me a dad who's loving and understanding. And also thanks for everything you've done to shape and mold the JOHNSON family. I will always love you and miss you and until we meet again, tell my grandmother Cuthbertson I said hello and that her grandson misses her dearly as well. Love, David Johnson Jr
Charlene Andrews
February 22, 2012
Granddaddy thank you so much for all you've done for me & the family you exemplified what it meant to be "The Family Patriarch" no words can express the thankfulness I have in my heart for you. I think of you each passing day and appreciate all the memories. Thank you for opening the door to "The House" for so many of us that needed a place to call "HOME" I'll never forget that or YOU. I Love you soooooooooo much & miss you dearly . Your Granddaughter Charlene
Lynne Kidd
February 21, 2012
Grandaddy,
Thanks for the wonderful memories... oh what joy it brings to my heart! You are gone but most definitely are not forgotten because as I said once before I still have an opportunity to get a glimpse of you through your children whom your blood runs strong. Love you much.
Your Granddaughter,
Lynne
Trena Carpenter
February 21, 2012
He was a great uncle. Even with all the wonderful children he had, he still took time out to be a loving and heartfelt uncle to me. I know you are seated at the table with daddy (Wilbur) and mamma (Doris) and Geoffrey and all of the rest of the family.
Maurice Carpenter
February 21, 2012
Uncle Mack,
You will always be in our hearts and minds. We lost a good man. But the Lord has gained a great soldier. Peace and blessings to you.
Joseph H. Johnson
February 20, 2012
Granddad,
I am so thankful that God Blessed me with you for 49 years of my life. You have been such an inspiration to me. You were my example of how to be a man of God and to simply be a man who takes care of his family. You were a father figure, grandfather, mentor and role model. I always looked up to you and admired you for your God given abilities to touch lives and see the good in everyone. You were always there for me from attending Boys Club football games, CYO basketball games, H.S. and College games and even when I was playing professionally. I always knew that if you could make it, you would be there. Not to mention the HS football games you attend when I was coaching. I cannot thank you enough for the support and love you gave me throughout the years. God knew what he was doing when he took you and I am just so thankful for the example you were for me and our family. I know because of you, I am the man I am today. I just pray the through the duration of my life, I can make you proud because I lived my life right. You will forever be missed, but never forgotten. I will always carry you in my heart and in my thoughts.
Your Grandson, Joseph
Veronica (Ronnie) Johnson-Fersner
February 13, 2012
Dad, thanks for being the best father anyone could ever ask for. Because of who you were I learned how to be the best mother/grandmother I could be. You were always there for me especially when i had Keisha. I remember when Keisha was a baby and she would start crying you would always come in and hold her until she stopped crying and went back to sleep. I will never forget all the things you did for me and taught me. You were the perfect roll model for us all. I truly miss you and you will forever be in my heart. I know you are in heaven looking down on us smiling saying look at those knuckel heads. :-) Love you forever your daughter Ronnie.
Edward Hoyt
January 30, 2012
Thanks, Mr. Johnson, for all your blessings bestowed on the Sacred Heart community.
Lita Schneidmill
January 30, 2012
To Veronica and the Johnson family: May God's grace comfort you at this time. Your father will continue to live on through you and all his descendants.
January 30, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to The Johnson Family.
Your Neighbor and Friend
The Adams Family
Tyrone Lewis
January 30, 2012
"My thoughts go out to you and the Johnson family. Sorry to hear about your lost. Your family are in my prayers. With love and God's Blessings."
Delores Hart
January 30, 2012
To Mrs.Johnson and the rest of the Johnson family I would like to send condolences from the Richison-Hart family in Cleveland, Ohio God Bless each and everyone of you. Love Lolo
Joan Knight
January 30, 2012
Beverly, you and your family have my deepest sympathy.
ReMar Johnson
January 29, 2012
I'm sad that my Great-Grandfather passed, But I know he's feeling Great in heaven.
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE U GREAT-GRANDFATHER
Oralee Proctor
January 29, 2012
Theresa,in the passing of your father our love,prayers and smypathy are with you and your family doing this time.
God will comfort you and give you the strength you need cause he will never leave you or forsake you,the Lord is on your side
God love you and so do I.
Oralee
Deborah Lovett
January 29, 2012
May you find strength in this time of sorrow and know that friends are near, remembering you with each passing hour in loving thought and prayer.
Sherell Fersner
January 29, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pennie Lewis Partee
January 29, 2012
I am so sorry for your lost, the family have my deepest sympathy.......
Pennie Lewis Partee
Ed Johnson
January 29, 2012
Granddad,
Thank you for being such a wonderful father figure, grandparent and mentor to me. Without you to look up to and try to emulate, my path in life may have never taken a turn for the better. I know I'll never attain the measure of honor and respect from people that you've earned being the man that you were, but I'll always continue to do the best I can to live up to your expectations of me. I'll miss you, but you'll always be in my heart, forever.
Your Grandson,
Ed
Patricia Atcherson
January 29, 2012
Heartfelt sympathy and kind thoughts. At this time of sorrow there's little one can do except to tell you many thoughts are sent with sympathy to you. Patricia Atcherson
GEORGE & DAISY BALL
January 29, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
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