Obituary Anderson Johnson, Jr. was born on October 3, 1971 to Anderson and Clara Johnson in Chicago, Illinois. Anderson matriculated school in Memphis, TN and graduated from Whitehaven High School in 1989. He joined the US Army, where he served our country for three years and during the Gulf War. He was united in marriage to Felicia Banks in 1991. To this union, two children were born. Anderson held an honorable, long term career in enforcement and professional security. Anderson was adored by all and lived life abundantly. To know him was to love him. He was a music aficionado, a raving sports fanatic, an avid comic collector, and a lifelong friend. Anderson leaves all who encountered him the fondest memories of laughter and joy. He was a passionate human, a devoted father, and an admired brother and son. Anderson leaves to cherish his loving memory his children, Tiffany and Ajay Johnson; their mother Felicia Banks-Johnson; one granddaughter Ayanna; his parents Anderson and Clara Johnson; one sister Andrea, two brothers Anderson (Madalyn) and Antonio, 3 nieces, 3 nephews, and a host of cousins, loving family, and lifelong friends.
We’ll Meet Again A limb has fallen from the family tree That whispers “Grieve not for me.” Remember the best times, the laughter, the songs, The good life I lived while I was STRONG. Continue my heritage, I’m counting on you My sister, brothers and lifelong friends too. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest. Remembering all, I was truly blessed. Continue traditions, no matter how small Good times, football, and music shaking the wall. I miss you all dearly so keep up your chin Until the day we’re together again.
Celebration of Life Organ Prelude Processional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Family of Anderson Johnson, Jr. Prayer & Scripture Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pulpit Musical Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tamara Townsend Acknowledgments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Expressions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friends & Family (Please Limit to 3 Minutes)
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A Million Times A million times we’ve missed you A million times you were right there. If love alone could have saved you You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place No one could ever fill. It broke out hearts to lose you But you did not go alone For part of us went with you The day God called you home. You will always be with us forever, an unconditional love. We fussed and we fought, but nothing could keep us away. You are our father, forever and always, and the stubborn, passionate, funny and full of life Andy Jr. We will miss you so much. We know you are looking down on us pain free, and for that we are grateful. Continue to watch over us! ~ Love Tiffany & Ajay (DEFBEAT Forever)
Acknowledgment The Family of Anderson Johnson, Jr. graciously extends our sincere thanks and heartfelt gratitude for the immeasurable kindness and support expressed during our time of bereavement. May God continue to bless you for your thoughtfulness and love toward us.
Active Pallbearers Rodney Dentley Roman White
Derrick Bowers Kontar Maclin
Terry Baggett David Clark
Honorary Pallbearers Ajay Johnson Timothy Johnson
Anderson Johnson Joseph Fields
Antonio Johnson
Interment Memphis National Cemetery 3568 Townes Avenue s Memphis, Tennessee 38122
Memorial Repast Mount Vernon Baptist Church Dining Hall (Immediately Following the Funeral Service)
Services Entrusted To Calvary Memorial Funeral Home 659 Semmes Street s Memphis, Tennessee 38111