Mrs. Gladys Thompson Johnson Obituary in Orangeburg at Simmons Funeral Home

Obituary For Mrs. Gladys Thompson Johnson

Funeral services for Mrs. Gladys Thompson Johnson, 73, of 1770 Myers Road, Orangeburg, will be held 11:00am, Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at St. Paul Baptist Church, 2259 Rowesville Road, Orangeburg, with interment to follow in Belleville Memorial Gardens. Rev. Dr. Charcey Priester is officiating.

Mrs. Johnson will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service.

On January 18, 2023, surrounded by family, Mrs. Gladys Thompson Johnson saw the face of God as she closed her eyes in this world. Born, Gladys Ann Thompson on December 15, 1949, to the late Joseph Nesbit and Susan Sarah (Wickerson) Thompson in Georgetown, SC. She knew the Lord for herself and at a young age, she accepted the Lord as her personal Savior at Cumberland AME Church. From this point, she began her walk with Christ which would continue until her last day.

Mrs. Johnson along with her siblings was educated in the public schools of Georgetown, SC. In 1968, her last year of matriculation at Rosemary High School, she was crowned Miss Rosemary. After high school, she attended South Carolina State College in Orangeburg, SC. One fine day in 1970, a mutual friend took her to a worship service at Warren Chapel Baptist Church where she later met the love of her life of 51 years, Mr. Willie William Johnson. After marriage, she joined her husband as a member of Warren Chapel Baptist Church.

Mrs. Johnson was a faithful and dedicated servant of the Lord- working tirelessly in the Church. At Warren Chapel Baptist Church and then later St. Paul Baptist Church of Orangeburg, she served as an Usher, Sunday School Teacher, Missionary, and Deaconess.

She served the Lord not only at church but in her community. She worked as a Patient Accountant at the Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg, SC for 35 years. She was kind, compassionate, and loyal. She loved and cared about so many people. She also loved herself enough to live a healthy life. She participated in annual walk/run marathons, exercised twice a day, and feed her spirit daily. She was a devoted member of the Orangeburg Community Bible Study Group at the First Baptist Church of Orangeburg. Her favorite scripture she would meditate on was Psalms 23. Even though she did not like to sing, one of her favorite songs she would hum was "Lord Lead Me, Guide Me Along the Way".

She loved to travel with the Orangeburg Land Cruisers. Since retiring, she has seen all parts of the world. Of which, she was able to see 48 of 50 states alongside her husband.

She loved her family.

After entering into holy matrimony, a son, Mr. Milo William Johnson, and a daughter Mrs. Leslie Ann Johnson-Williams was born.

She was preceded in death by her parents (Mr. Joseph (Susan) Thompson), two sisters Ms. Mary Thompson and Ms. Maybelle Smith, and one brother, Mr. Vernon Thompson.

She leaves to cherish her fondest memories: her husband, Mr. Willie William Johnson; son, Milo; daughter, Leslie; step daughter, Sia M. Lyimo; grandchildren: Andrew Williams and Phillip Williams; sisters Mrs. Inez Allen, Mrs. Josephine Catoe, and Mrs. Shirvy Stewart all of Houston, TX; a brother, Mr. Joseph (Ella) Thompson of Georgetown, SC; and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Ada (Leola) Smith of Orangeburg, SC; a host of nieces, nephews, other loving family members, and dear friends.

The family is indebted to the exceptional care and compassion provided by South Carolina House Calls, Amedysis, the Medical University of South Carolina, the Intensive Care Unit staff at the Regional Medical Center, and all of the warriors who prayed with and for her.

Visitation will be held Monday, January 23, 2023, from 1:00pm - 6:00pm.

The family respectfully requests that you do not visit the residence. Friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory, Orangeburg, SC.

Please adhere to all COVID-19 precautions and masks are required during visitation and funeral services.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com

Download funeral program

Photos & Video

Condolences & Tributes

Add A Condolence

Tara dixon sent Precious Heart Bouquet for Mrs. Gladys Thompson Johnson - January 24, 2023

Leslie, our hearts go out to you for the loss of your dear mother. Sending love and prayers. The EvalGroup family will keep your family in our prayers.

Send flowers for Mrs. Gladys Thompson Johnson

A life lived well & well spoken of by anyone who knew her. We worked tirelessly at TRMC for many years together. Friend & coworker in difficult times & good ones. You will surely be missed. I pray for strength & comfort for the Johnson family. 3

Leslie, caring thoughts are with you during this time of grievance. Remembering your wonderful mother and wishing the Johnson family comfort.
D'Jillisser Kelly - Learn To Grow, Inc.

Deepest condolences to the Johnson family. Ms Gladys was such kind and humble soul. May the Lord give the family peace and comfort at this difficult time. Janet Fields

My Condolences and prayers to Willie and Family

To the Johnson family, we are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Gladys, may GOD continue to wrap you in his loving arms and bring your family peace. Your cuzn's, Susie and Mary Jane and Family with much love

To Willie, Milo and Leslie, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Gladys. My thoughts and prayers are with you all my dear cousins. May GOD continue to give you comfort and strength. Love Davinia and Dexter Franklin

My deepest condolences to the Johnson family. I am a former co-worker of Mrs. Gladys at TRMC. I always enjoyed her soft spoken and wise advice. I last saw her and Leslie at Belk's in Orangeburg a few years ago and it was indeed a pleasure. My prayers for your strength and peace.
Jacqueline Gilmore-Jackson Wilmington, NC

My deepest condolences to the Johnson family. I am a former co-worker of Mrs. Gladys at TRMC. I always enjoyed her soft spoken and wise advice. I last saw her and Leslie at Belk's in Orangeburg a few years ago and it was indeed a pleasure. My prayers for your strength and peace.

when he was come in he saith unto them, Why make ye this ado, and weep? the damsel is not dead but SLEEPETH Mark 5:39
My voice shalt thou hear in the morning O LORD in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee and will look up.
For whether we live we live unto the Lord and whether we die we die unto the Lord whether we live therefore or die we are the Lord's.
Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it.
Blessed be the Father our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ who giveth all things.
Forever Yours in the Lord.
Inez & Johnnie Shirvy & Lucara Josephine & Susan

To the Johnson family. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Gladys has blessed so many people with her faith and kindness. Praying that you will find comfort in your memories of her and the knowledge that others are missing her as well. Gladys was an amazing lady and I feel privileged to have known her. Love to all and I pray for family strength during this time of bereavement.
Pat Carson Wilson

Willie, Milo, Leslie & family may the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus during this time & days to come. So sorry about the passing of Gladys, my former, coworker, CBS sister & friends. Janet Jackson & family

Condolences are extended to the family of Mr. Willie Johnson. Praying for your strength during these difficult moments. Be blessed and know that weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. My prayers are lifted up to you. Shirley B. Caldwell

Condolences are extended to the Johnson's family during these hours of grief. Prayers!

Dianne Nelson and family ❤️ RIP

To the Johnson family,a chain has been broken in the St.Paul Baptist Church such a sweet flower was pick from the garden she will be missed RIP 🙏🙏🙏 Mrs Gladys

Deacon Johnson, Leslie and family, we send our sincere condolences to you all for we know that Deaconess Gladys is in God's hands. We pray for your strength and healing. We are here for you all. Harold and Yvonne Glover and family.🙏🙏🙏🙏

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Gladys' passing. The Reown and Thompsons have been excellent neighbors and friends in Georgetown County as long as I can remember. We just loved each other. My sincere condolences to the family. Know that you all are loved not only by God but my the Reowns also. Our prayers are with you and for you.
Oliver Reown and family, Waxahachie, Tx

To Mr. William Johnson and family. You have our deepest sympathy, prayers and condolences. Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. The Haire and Hampton family

To the Johnson Family, Mrs Gladys and I worked at TRMC together for years, we had beautiful conversations about our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ we later became church family when she and Mr Willie joined SPBC. Mrs Gladys and Mr Willie recently sent a sympathy card to me and my family during our time of bereavement...I'm sharing a message that was given to my family during the death of our son. A Limb has fallen from the FAMILY TREE that says Grieve not for me Remember the Best Times, the laughter, the song, the Good Life I lived while I was STRONG. I pray these words will be of some comfort to your entire family. Sharron Thomas Frasier and family

To Willie And His Children And The Johnson Family. You All Have Our Deepest Sympathy And Prayers In Your Time Of Bereavement. May God Wrap His Loving Arms Around Each And Every One Of You At This Time. We Will Keep You All In Prayer...David And Ethel Franklin