James "Jay Tee" Terronce Johnson Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For James "Jay Tee" Terronce Johnson

James “JayTee” Johnson, our beloved family member and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on January 6, 2025. JayTee, age 54, was born in Richmond, Virginia to Ernesther B. Johnson and the late James J. Wiggins.

JayTee was educated in Richmond Public Schools and was a 1988 graduate of Armstrong High School. While at Armstrong, he was the varsity quarterback and member of the National High School and Junior College Mathematical Club (Math Club). He was recognized by the Math Club for awards that highlighted manhood, perseverance, scholarship and uplifting others. All of these are values that were instilled in him during his formative years as a Cub Scout. While attending Armstrong, he was also completing coursework at Richmond Technical Center to become an electrician. He worked for several years as an electrician and as his expertise grew, he eventually became a master electrician. JayTee loved his work and did not hesitate to use his expertise to help members of the community who were experiencing electrical system issues.

He was a huge fan of the Washington Commanders and University of Michigan Wolverines football team. Watching and discussing football was definitely one of his passions. He enjoyed cooking, especially fried fish, spiced shrimp and his delicious BBQ sauce for ribs. These famous dishes will be missed at the family gatherings, as no one will be able to prepare them with the amount of dedication and love that he put into them. If you knew JayTee, then you know he loved collecting sneakers, traveling, but most importantly, spending time with his family. His love and affection were so deep for his family that he provided his family members with nicknames. Once he gave you a nickname, he never called you by your government name again!

In addition to his father, JayTee was also preceded in death by his brother, Tyrone Alexander and one of his lifelong friends, Charles “Chuck” Wright.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Brittany Mone’t Taylor; mother, Ernesther B. Johnson; granddaughter, McKinley; sisters, Brenda Taylor (Thomas), Deborah Wiley, Angela Hamlet and Jacqueline Cosby (William); the love of his life, Angie Taylor; uncle, aunt, nephews, nieces (devoted Dana Vaughan-Jackson); great-nieces, great-nephews, loving cousins (devoted LaVerne Braxton); loyal lifelong friends, Herbert “Pete” Allmon, Jason Wright, Charles “Chuckie” Qualk and Nathaniel “Duck” James; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

JayTee loved his family and friends unconditionally. His huge heart and willingness to help anyone will truly be missed. His infectious spirit and joy for life was contagious. JayTee's physical absence has already been deeply felt by his family and all those whose lives he touched.

In life, we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, no one else will ever fill.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2025 followed by the family receiving friends from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held 12 noon, Friday, January 24 at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 1127 N. 28th St. Dr. Sylvester Smith, officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery.

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I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. Please accept my deepest condolences. I will always remember Jay Tee with fondness. I am thinking of you and your family during this time of sorrow. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. I am truly saddened to hear about the passing of your dear friend. * "Words cannot express the shock and sadness I feel for you. I am here for you if you need anything at all.

Gregory Carter

My prayers are with you and your family Carolyn Friend

Carolyn Friend

Praying for the family.

Sending prayers of strength and comfort to the family. I knew James through my family and he became family he will be missed.🙏🏼

May the Lord strengthen you in your time of loss

Mane all inno is "Hope they got some Goot Spade Players up their" Cause I enjoyed whipping yo but hear😋😘🥰 God got yo Road the rest of the way Many Blessings @keep playing🙏🙏🙏😘😘

Praying that the God will comfort you all in a mighty way, especially during this time. - Mardi Peaker and family

Dear Tiny, Brittany, and Family, Our hearts are broken for you as you face this unimaginable loss. Torrence touched the lives of so many in profound and beautiful ways, and his light will continue to shine in the memories and hearts of everyone who knew him. Please know that we hold you all close in our thoughts and love you dearly. With deepest sympathy and love,Ruth, Robert, Adrian and Ashley

Dear Tiny, Brittany, and Family,
Our hearts ache for you as you navigate this unimaginable loss. Torrence's impact on the lives of everyone who truly knew him is immeasurable, and his memory will continue to shine brightly in all of us. Please know that we love you all dearly and are here for you during this difficult time.
With love and deepest sympathy, Ruth Herndon and The Thompson's -

To Tiny & Family, Special memories of your son Jay Tee will always live in your heart. While nothing is harder than saying goodbye to Jay Tee, May you and the family find strength in knowing that our love one will be a part of us forever. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Diane & Harry Jones

Praying for the family🙏🏽🙏🏽

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Tiny and family for the loss of your Loved One,Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal.Praying for the family.Deacon Althea and Paul Coleman

Hey Bro you will definitely be missed.. Your boy Butterbean..You have to earn your keep in heaven no Cherry-picking..Love you man..

Sending prayers of comfort & strength to the family. I knew James through my family and he became family to all that met him

Prayers to you and your family. 🙏🏾

Sending my love and prayers to the family. There is nothing too hard for God. May you find comfort and peace in Him during this difficult time. I love y'all. Pamela Miles

Pamela Miles

To my dear family, JT will truly be missed! Heaven has truly gained a great person! Cuzin you will forever live in my heart ! I will miss our conversations whenever we would see each while out and about! You always gave me a hug and said Cuz I miss you and Nakia.

My Love and Prayers to the family of James Johnson.
We have been friends since Armstrong High School days. My heart is broken 💔 and no words will wipe away your tears and hugs may not even ease your pain, but hold onto your memories and his beautiful SMILE to comfort you.
If you keep these things close to you, he will live in your HEARTS FOREVER 💕
LOVE Nancy"Nay-Nay" Bullock-Brown

My dear extended family: I am so saddened about the passing of Terronce. I remember him as a little boy - full of energy and full of love. It is so very hard to say goodbye to the ones we love. Love leaves memories that no one can steal. Therefore, Terronce will live in your hearts FOREVER. Death leaves heartaches that no one can heal. But, God will take this journey with you and supply your needs (love, comfort, and peace) as HE wraps HIS arms around you. As you are missing him, think of the good times you had, the bond you had, the love you shared, the storms of life that you weathered together and the list goes on and on. I am thinking of you all now and in days and months to come. I love ❤ you all. Rest in peace Terronce as you rejoice with God, the angels, and all of those who left before you that you loved. Enjoy your walk around HEAVEN with GOD and the streets of gold. I love you all and will be thinking of you in days and months to come.

My condolence to the family. Pray for strength 🙏🏾

Forever in my heart. No words can express the void I feel. Condolences to my daughter Brittany and family for this tremendous loss 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

I love you daddy, always and forever 🤎

My deepest sympathy and condolences to my family for the loss of my sweet dear cousin. Terronce was one of a kind. He was one who never forgot you. I will truly miss his kind words, by way of texting, each holiday. He always let me know how much he loved you. Cuz, I will miss you and truly love you. Jackie

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends Jay Tee during this most difficult time. May the Lord continue to give you the comfort you need.🙏🏽🌹🕊
Lisa Martin

Our deepest sympathy and prayers of comfort to the Johnson family. May God watch over and console you all during this difficult tine. (The Fobbs and Gaines Family)

My condolences to the family. I will be praying for you'll during this difficult time. God will get you'll through this. Just hold on to god's unchanging hands. Memories will never go away 💕🦋 Love, London,Taenika& Xavier'