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Michael Johnson Obituary


MICHAEL A. JOHNSON, SR.  
Suddenly on Friday, December 3, 2010 in Essex County, VA. Beloved husband of Janet Lawrence-Johnson; devoted father of Keyondra, Niya and Michael, Jr. Also survived by his mother LaVera Day; one brother Ernest Johnson; one sister LaSharon Johnson; mother-in-law Claudia Lawrence; three sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation on Saturday, December 11 from 10 a.m. until hour of homegoing service at 12 noon at the New Samaritan Baptist Church, 1100 Florida Ave., NE. Bishop Michael V. Kelsey, Pastor. Interment Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Suitland, MD. Services by DUNN & SONS- Terry Austin, Director. 

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 9, 2010.

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Reginald Johnson

December 20, 2010

To the family of Big Mike, I just want you to know that I am praying for you, both in your hour of loss and going forward. Mike was a blessing to all those who came in contact with him, and he will be truly missed. Psi Nu Chapter, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Janquale Lawrence

December 16, 2010

I'm still in a total shock. I can't believe that yu left us. Its hurts so bad not hearing your voice, or seeing you. i cant question why you was taken away from us, but i wish you was here. It suppose to get easier as the days go on, but to me gets getting harder. My mother walks around like her whole world has ended and Mj asks every chance he gets "where is my daddy?". As I said I will be my mother backbone and strength. I miss you more than I can explain. I know I never expressed how much I loved you, but I do alot. You have showed me how to cook, and helped me moved to and from school. I just wish you was here, but I know u looking down on us. I love you and hope you are resting peacefully.
Love always,
Janquale S. Lawrence(stepdaughter)

Trina Brown

December 13, 2010

Mike,

We have been friends for 20 years and i thank my brother Milton for introducing us. U've been my buddy forever and a day and i thank u for always smiling and having a kind word to say. I know this is difficult for ur loved ones. Just know we r here on borrowed time so love one another and say i love u to those u meet along ur journey of life.

To the family:
Stay lifted in prayer and may God keep u in his everlasting embrace forever.

Andrea Ross

December 11, 2010

TO the Day and Johnson Family,
Words cannot express my deepest sympathy in your great loss. However, I know that you will always have your loving memories of Michael and the God will give you strength during this hour of need. May God bless you and keep you today and the days ahead.

December 10, 2010

Mrs. Johnson and the Johnson Family: Please accept this as an expression of our condolences during your time of sorrow. Mike was truly a good guy, friend, and Godsend. In addition to welcoming me into his beloved Fraternity and Chapter (the Mighty OG), Mike introduced me to my helpmate and wife. For those two things I am eternally grateful to him. On behalf of the Price Family (Aaron, Sr. & Cheryl), we say, place your faith in the Lord with the blessed assurance that Mike will truly have life everlasting.

Ricky Reeves

December 10, 2010

Big Mike,

You have been a true friend from the moment we met. You welcomed me into the warm light of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. You symbolized the strength of Omicron Gamma chapter when I was just interested. Yet, that boyish smile and your quick wit made me feel comfortable and accepted. You will be missed Big Brother ! RIP

G. Maurice Rankin

December 10, 2010

To the family of Bro. Big Mike Johnson,
I want to take a moment to express my deepest sympathy in this time of mourning.
When I was new to the DC area Big Mike befriended me and later recommended me for membership in our beloved Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. From day one, Mike has always been a geunine true freind. Mike was so much to so many people. We will all miss brother, friend, son, husband, and father.
Please believe that God makes no mistakes., Big Mike is in a better place, and although he is no longer with us by way of body, he will live inside each of us via mind and soul.

Charles Janifer

December 10, 2010

To the family of Brother Michael Johnson (Big Mike),

I humbly offer a few words from the Scriptures to lighten your burden at this time: Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him

Charles Janifer

December 10, 2010

To the family of Brother Michael Johnson (Big Mike),

I humbly offer a few words from the Scriptures to lighten your burden at this time: Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.

OG Chapter

Jewell Hubbard

December 10, 2010

JOHNSON FAMILY YOU ARE IN MY PRAYS. MIKE YOU WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND IT WAS A PLEASURE TO HAVE MET YOU IN SHAW AND OUR FRIENDSHIP CONT. FROM THAT POINT. YOU HEART TOUCH ME AND YOUR SOUL WILL LIVE ON.MAY GOD GIVE YOUR FAMILY THE STRENGTH DOING THIS TIME OF SADNESS. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY!

Jerome Owens

December 9, 2010

To Janet, Keyondra, Niya and Michael Jr. I am Jerome an employee of Mid Pen and only knew Mike for a little while and he was a good person. My prayers are with each and everyone of you and I pray that during these difficult times, that the Lord will strengthen you to know that He makes no mistakes for the bible tells us "To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord' I know you will miss him so, but know that Mike is in the presence of a "King" and he will be with you always in your heart!!!!!!

December 9, 2010

To the family of Mike Johnson - we send our prayers to you during this time of loss and sadness. May God lift your spirits to a place of peace. We miss you Mike. The Bryant Family (George and Tomika)

George Bryant

December 9, 2010

Big Mike,

We have been friends and boys since highschool. You welcomed me into your fraternity. Although we are the same age you've always been a big brother to me. I will sincerely miss you.

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