Theres a place 
Ive never seen 
Beyond this world we know. 
A place Ive only heard of 
But someday hope to go - 
Its not on any map 
There are no roads 
To TAKE ME THERE. 
But its a place of perfect peace 
Where hearts are free from care. 
And though I understand 
Some may be saddended 
When I leave, 
One day we all will meet again - 
 
Thats what I believe ... 
 
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When its time to travel there, 
I think Ill wear a smile, 
Ill SAY GOOD-BYE to THOSE I LOVE, 
But only for awhile, 
Knowing there are others 
Who have traveled there alone 
Js 
HO CANNOT WAIT TO GREET ME 
... 
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And to whisper welcome home. 
Ricardo Daggett | Danny Jaime | Curtis Briscoe 
Andres Stewart | Gerald Yerby | Keith Brown 
Daryle Mayle | Carl Thurman 
T.W. Josey High School 
Class of 1971 
Henry Dunn | Burney Johnson | Duval Cardwell 
Wendell Johnson | Revin Johnson | Rhajon Venable 
Gary Morgan | Wayne Cuffy 
Ushers and Usherettes 
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We, the family of the late John Henry Johnson, Jr., tyPuld like 
to acknowledge everyone for your acts of kindness, phone 
calls, cards, food and visits. Your prayers, comforting words, 
and expressions of sympathy added strength during our time 
of sorrow. Continue to pray for us, and may Gods richest 
blessings be with each of you. 
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W. H. Mays Mortuary 
"Professional Service A Family Tradition Since 1922" 
1221 James Brown Boulevard 
Augusta, Georgia 30901 
(706) 722-6401 
ing By: Augusta Blueprint * Augusta, Georgia * (706) 722-6488 
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HOMEGOING SERVICES FOR 
JOHNSON, JR. 
Sunrise Sunset 
August 16,1953 October 17,2018 
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Rev* 
Ffiday, October 26, 2018 
12:00 Noon 
Cumming Grove Baptist Church 
2289 Gardner Street 
Augusta, Georgia 
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everend A1 Duncan, Presiding 
Norris V. Rouse, Pastor - Officiating 
JOHN HENRY JOHNNY JOHNSON, JR., was born on 
August 16, 1953 to Alberta Dunn Johnson and the late John 
Henry Johnson, Sr., in Augusta, Georgia. Johnny was baptized 
at an early age and was an active member of Cumming Grove 
Baptist Church. 
Johnny attended Richmond County Schools, graduating from 
T.W. Josey High School in 1971. He attended Morehouse 
College where he was a member of the Glee Club until his 
graduation in 1975. While at Morehouse, Johnny was also in the 
Reserved Officers Training Corps (ROTC) and was appointed 
Reserve Commissioned Officer in the United States Army after 
graduation in June 1975. He was honorably discharged. 
After Morehousejohnny attended the Howard University Law 
School in Washington, District of Columbia. He graduated in 
1978. Shortly after graduation, Johnny joined the staff of the 
American Institutes for Research where he worked on the 
Evaluation of Reverend Jesse Jacksons PUSH for Excellence 
Project. He later joined the Washington, DC Government 
where he worked until his decision to return to his beloved 
Augusta. 
During one of Johnnys many visits to his mother in Augusta, 
he became reacquainted with Francine Appling, whom he 
married in 1984. Their union ended in divorce. 
Johnny was a proud member of Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity Inc. 
Memories of Johnny will be cherished by: his mother, Mrs. 
Alberta D. Johnson; two sisters, Ashley Jaime and Vivica 
Delgardo, both of Baltimore, MD; aunts, Mrs. Virginia (Bea) 
Stewart, Mrs. Louise Frazier, Mrs. Mozella Dunn and Mrs. 
Lucinda Dunn; and godmothers, Mrs. Lillie MaGruder, Mrs. 
Agnes E. Myers and Mrs. Mable W. Perry; dear friend, Ms. 
Gloria Kelly; and a host of cousins and loving friends. 
All things bright and beautiful, 
All creatures great and small, 
All things wise and wonderful: 
The Lord God made them all. 
Each little flowr that opens, 
Each little bird that sings, 
He made their glowing colors, 
He made their tiny wings. 
The purplE'Headed mountains, 
The river running by, 
The sunset and the morning 
That brightens up the sky. 
The cold wind in the winter, 
The pleasant summer sun, 
The ripe fruits in the garden, 
He made them every one. 
The tall trees in the greenwood, 
The meadows where we play, 
The rushes by the water, 
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TO GATHER EVERY DAY. 
He gave us eyes to see them, 
And Lit>s that we might tell 
How great is God Almighty, 
Who has made all things well. 
Prelude 
Processional.................................Abide With Me 
Selection.............................Cumming Grove Choir 
Scriptures.....................Reverend Dr. Calvin Jackson 
Old and New Testaments 
Prayer................................Reverend John Major 
Solo..................................Mrs. Jessica Beckett 
Reflection (Three Minutes Please) 
Deacon Johnny Williams, Church Member 
Dr. Benjamin Rucker, Friend 
Judge David Watkins, Family Member 
Curtis Briscoe, Friend 
Gerald Yerby, Friend 
Reverend Dr. Joan Harris, Friend 
Obituary.................................Read Silently 
Acknowledgements..................Ms. Angelina Shepard 
Solo..............................Mr. Carvell Peterson 
Words of Comfort..............Reverend Norris V. Rouse 
Hymn 
........... Morehouse Alumni Group 
Dear Old Morehouse 
Recessional............................Cumming Grove Choir 
Going Up Yonder 
Interment...................Mount Olive Memorial Gardens 
3666 Deans Bridge Road | Hephzibah, Georgia 
Cumming Grove Baptist Church 
Fellowship Hall