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Obituary For Rudolph Johnson

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Funeral Service for Mr. Rudolph “Jack” Johnson will be conducted 1:00 PM Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at J. O. & Annette Smith Memorial Chapel, 307 South Johns Street, Florence, South Carolina, directed by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Mr. Rudolph “Jack” Johnson was born January 11, 1947 in Florence, South Carolina. He was the son of the late Jack Johnson and Cleo Simmons Johnson. He went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center.

“Jack” as he was affectionately called was educated in the Public Schools of Florence County. He was a long-time business owner of J & M Game Room, The Universe Night Club, and other businesses.

At an early age, he gave his life to the Lord. Everyone that knew Jack, knew that he was a caring, compassionate, and a selfless individual, who always put others before himself. The love he had for his wife, daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and sister was unmeasurable.

He married the love of his life, Frances Carter Johnson, on January 29, 1968. They just celebrated 53 years of marriage.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Johnson; his mother, Cleo Simmons Johnson; his stepmother, Clara Johnson; a special Uncle, Fred “Boone” Simmons; and father-in-law, Henry Carter.

He leaves to cherish his memories to: his wife, Frances Carter Johnson; seven daughters, Tonya Johnson, Angelique Solomon (Marcus), Carla Brantley (Glenn), Jacqueline Johnson, Minister Chanel Porchea (Elder Ricky), LaRhonda Moses, and Megan Daniels; fourteen grandchildren, to include Jamal Johnson and Ashleigh Johnson who was raised in the home; seventeen great grandchildren; his mother-in-law, Ethel Carter; one sister, Ethel Semley; one niece, Lorelle Semley (Brian Robinson); one aunt, Doretha Simmons; two great nephews, Elijah Robinson and Benjamin Robinson; a special friend of the family, Frank “Geno” Bethea; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Please keep the family of Mr. Rudolph Johnson in your thoughts and prayers.

Guest Book

IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST IM MISS JACK ME AND JACK WORKED AT PINKLADY TOGETHER

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ANN GIBSON ME AND JACK WORKED TO PINKLADY NIGHT CLUB IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOST JACK WAS KIND AND SWEET PERSON I LOVE HIM AS A FRIEND

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To Ethel Semley and the Johnson Family. I pray that God will continue to give you comfort and strength during this time of sorrow. With Sympathy Margaret Black Gerald

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My dear cousin Jack Words cannot express how deeply I miss you are ready your smile the way you always call me Money and the only way you can see it I could come and talk to you about anything and you always know the right things to say you'll be in my heart always and I know this pain will never go away I love you your cousin Connie

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May you find strength and comfort in knowing God will carry you through. Ms. Audrey Davis & Dr. Lurma Swinney

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Jack, I knew you loved me when you would go driving with me at such a young age, you said I could do it I thank you ,but what holds dear to my heart when I got injured and you picked me up and rushed me to the hospital and stayed with me the whole time I know that we are cousins but we really was sister/brother and I was your baby sister even if I had a problem you are there,and even when I became of age I still could come to you about anything, but when you came to me for advice I was speechless at first than I thought of all the conversations we have had and knew I was advised by one of the best I'm going to miss not just our talks I'm going to miss you,tell my dad a day don't go by without thinking of him,my brother and sister are standing there waiting i love you cousin 💔💔💔

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To Ministers Chanel,Rickey Porchea,& children. To Mother Francis & Johnson Family. I don't know all of you,but my heart is heavy along with all of you in your hour. Please take great comfort through the loving promise of Jesus of knowing that His spirit of Himself, is right there in the midst of all of you giving you His peace surpassing all understanding. 🙏🏽Blessings of God's agape love rest upon you as you celebrate the life and legacy of your dear Husband,Father Grandfather,& loved one. 👑His job well done🥀 Submitfully Yours, Senora D. Brown

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With heartfelt love and deepest condolences. I will miss you Dear Cuz. Thanks for being there, always. Mitchell Pressley

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Dearest Jack: You have always been there, long as I can remember. As my brother, always as a young child, growing up together; not knowing you were my dear 1st cousin, who always looked after me and, not knowing, protecting me. You were always there. Yes, God has taken you home. Your job is fulfilled here, not only with me, but with all of us: your sister, your wife, your beautiful children, grandchildren, greatgrands, cousins,friends, acquaintances and neighbors. You have touched all our lives and we will never forget the pure uncomplicated love and kindness you always had for us all. Cousin Jack, Thank you for being apart of who I am and thank you for the love. (Cousin Ann). Amy A. S.Pressley

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My heart felt sympathy & prayers for Frances and her family during the Lost of your dear & wonderful husband Jack. May GOD continue to bless and keep you all safe & in His care at this time and always. I'm here if you need me. I will contact you later. Your sister in Christ Evelynn Simmons

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