Johnnie Florence Johnson Obituary in Kosciusko at Winters Funeral Home

Obituary For Johnnie Florence Johnson

Mrs. Johnnie Florence Fondren Johnson, the second of three children, was born August 21, 1921, in Attala County to William and Elma Ashford Fondren. She was joined in holy matrimony to James Peeler Johnson. This union was blessed with nine children.

Mother Johnnie Florence accepted Christ at an early age at Mount Zion Church and later joined Travelers Rest Missionary Baptist Church where she remained a faithful member.

She received her early education in the Attala County School System. After raising her children, she went back to school to get her GED with the help of her youngest son, Jimmy Johnson. Mother Johnnie Florence was a great seamstress. She made her children's clothes for school and she made clothes for special occasions. She was a woman of great conviction who spoke her mind.

Mother Johnnie Florence departed this life on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at home with family. She was proceeded in death by her parents, her husband, five children, Grace, James Jr., Charles, Jimmie Lee and James Edwards: her sisters, Mae and Emma Mae.

She leaves to cherish her memories four (4) loving children: John Edward ( Nola Mae) Johnson, Sam (Gladys L. Hood) Johnson, Betty Gordon, and Thelma Ruth (Edgar) Hornsby; daughter-in-law, Cynthia Johnson and a special loving grand-daughter: Angela Johnson; God-daughter: Annie M. Johnson, thirteen (13) grandchildren; sixteen (16) great grandchildren; fifteen (15) great-great grandchildren; a special son: Charles E. Hull; Special Niece: Katherine Martin; a special cousin: Deacon Chester Cole; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. PLACE OF GRAVESIDE: Mt. Zion Cemetery, Kosciusko, MS

DATE OF GRAVESIDE: Tuesday, 12/29/2020 at 11:00 a.m.

INTERMENT: Mt. Zion Cemetery, Kosciusko, MS

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Betty and Family may God continue to bless you all.

New Mexico colleagues and friends of Dr. Sam Johnson were privileged to hear heartwarming stories about the inspiring life of Mrs.Johnnie Florence Johnson. While we were not blessed to know her in this life, her kindness, intelligence and indomitable spirit will forever be reflected in her devoted son, Dr. Sam Johnson. Pamela J. Gooden

The family of the late Mother Johnnie Florence Fondren Johnson acknowledges with sincere appreciation for the many expressions of sympathy and love that has been shown during our time of bereavement. We will forever keep these expressions locked in our hearts and embedded in our memories. May God continue to bless each of you. ~The Family~

Be encouraged, family. God will take care of you. Condolences/prayers from the Jones family. Keep the faith. (1 Thess 4:13-18) "...Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord..." Love y'all. Elder C Jones/family (Tx).

My sincere condolences to the Johnson family. Ms Johnson welcomed me into her home without question! She made me feel like I was part of the family. ❤️ She was ohhh so funny and energetic! Ms Johnson lived her life well!
Rest In Peace Ms Johnson! Love You! (Jem)

Sam and family our'condolences to you all from the Hood family to The Johnson family. Peace, Johnnie Hood!

My deepest condolences to Sam and his family. Scott Albuquerque NM

Sam, Betty, and family, Though our words can do little, I hope that our thoughts and prayers will support you at this time. Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt condolences at this most challenging time. Rita Johnson-Agee

From Gladys

Sam,sisters and bothers weep not,Mom want you all to celebrate her homegoing.Mom has lived a good christian life.She is resting in peace. Stay strong!

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart." We were so blessed to have Mrs. Johnson and Johnson family in our lives. "Weep not she's not dead."

Our sincere thoughts and prayers to Dr. Sam W. D. Johnson and Family in this trying time! Remember Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal!! Stan and Gwen Mosley

My sincere Condolences to my frat Dr. Sam Johnson and family. May God continue to bless you and your family through these trying times. 1Love 💜🙏💛 Keith MaGee Lobos4Life

My sincere Condolences to my frat brother Dr. Sam Johnson and family, may God continue to Bless you and your Family through these trying times..1Love 💜🙏💛

The gift of love given so freely continues on and on. Aunt Johnnie Florence will always be with us through the love she gave. Blessings and love - Gwen Fullilove

To Sam and his family. Robert and I send our most sincere condolences in the passing of your mother. A mother's love is so unconditional, she loves throughout her lifetime, regardless of any circumstances or events. While I am not speaking directly on behalf of all of your political friends back here in Gary, IN (Congressman Peter J. Visclosky, Former Mayor, Thomas V. Barnes (T), Former Governor Evan Bayh, and so many more.) They would share their condolences to you. Your sister/friend: Sherylin Freeland-McCrady, Former Personal Assistant to Governor Evan Bayh.

Sam, my condolences and know that I am praying for you and your family at this time. Be Blessed. Cecilia Webb Albuquerque

May God give you peace and strength my condolence to you and family

My heartfelt condolences and prayers to Sam and the entire Johnson Family in the passing of your dear Mother. May the Lord comfort and strength you! Your classmate, Ruth Patterson Higgins

Prayers up for your family I know no words can take away your grief

Sending our most sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Johnson. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. From the Robert "Jerry" Bayne family.