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Dr. Malcolm Leon Johnson

Passed 01/31/2021

Obituary For Dr. Malcolm Leon Johnson

Celebration of Life Service:

For Dr. Malcolm Leon Johnson

Will be held on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 1PM, at Big Bethel AME Church 220 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303. Interment Lincoln Cemetery with Reverend William Major officiating. Visitation will be Friday, February 12, 2021 from 10AM – 6PM at Alfonso Dawson Mortuary.

It is with great sadness that the family of Malcolm Leon Johnson announces his passing, on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at the age of 73. Malcolm spent most of his life in Atlanta, GA. He was a graduate of Lucy Craft Laney High School in 1966 and received his BS from Morehouse College in 1970. Malcolm was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, served in Leadership Atlanta and an active member of Hillside Chapel & Truth Center. He spent several years working as a chemist at multiple companies including Johnson & Johnson, M&M Products and Kimberly Clark. Malcolm later opened up his own practice in natural medicine, Godobe Health Services in 1998. Preceded in death by his parents Jasper Leon and Wilhelmina Johnson. Malcolm is survived by his sister, Karen Johnson and brother Harold Johnson. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Malcolm Johnson Jr (Nikki), Rosalyn Johnson mother of Meegan Barnes (John) and Morgan Johnson; his five grandchildren, Jasmine, Malcolm III, Harper, John III, and Jaxon and a hosts of cousins, uncles and friends.


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I am so saddened to hear about the loss of Dr. Johnson. Dr. Johnson helped me so much during my grief process as I went to him on several occassions to receive treatment. Every time that I went in to see Dr. Johnson, I was always reassured and treated well. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversations as he was so easy to talk to (always giving wisdom). My prayers are with the family and loved ones. May God grant you peace and care.

It's still not real from the human me.. But spirit lives forever. You are still truly missed. EM☮️💜

Bro Malcolm, OMG! It so pained me to learn that you'd made your transition. I'm still somewhat in shock. My dear brother, I'm only comforted by memories of our many talks while breaking bread together, after church, or whenever we happened to meet; and the relief I received from your acupuncture treatment. I especially recall our conversations about Cuba, how much you loved it, and how badly I wanted to go. When I finally went in 2017, you were the first person I talked to about my trip. You are sorely missed my friend. Rest in heavenly Peace🙏🏾

It just broke my heart to find out this news He is one of God's SPECIAL ANGELS,A lady at Hilllside J.J. told me But I thought she must have had the wrong person. I was just in denial until I finally read this obituary. I thank him, and I surely will miss him. We had great talks, what a wonderful man. I will never forget him!

My heart

Sad day... I was chatting with a friend who is paralyzed about Dr. J, and discovered he passed when I looked him up to send him info. Wonderful friend and doctor. Will miss out chats about Cayenne pepper and life.

Please contact me about my dear friend and doctor.

Kelly Nelson 678-571-2207

Dear Malcomb, I was suddenly thinking of you today, about that time we drove to buckhead to the all-natural cafe for what you promised me was 'sugar free' granola (which was not sugar free lol) and i remembered how we laughed, You always had insightful things to teach me, funny things to say, the most positive person I knew at the time (when working at Kimberly Clark...) and I always thought it was so awesome you studied acupuncture and opened your own practice. But I was really bummed that you left Kimberly Clark, because I missed you every day after you left... It wasn't the same anymore with you gone. You were such a shining star... From knowing you I have studied natural medicine for decades, and reading all the letters here from souls that you helped fills me with tears of joy, you are a shining star my brother. peace. Carol Blaney

Finally I just hit clarification of his passing here in searching..my sympathies to his family n friends n patients..I was a patient..saw him fir 3years... xcellent at wat he did..we had talks while in procedure..a happy guy...he will be missed...💞

My first visit with Dr. Malcolm was October 22, 2020. I was encouraged to see him through a close friend. The experience was exuberayting, I left his office floating on cloud 9. His sense of humor and his genuine caring spirit was quite evident. Although I only visited him on 7 occasions prior to his passing, my life was profoundly and positively impacted! I thank God for the pleasure of being in his presence. Condolences 💐 to his family and may he rest in total peace. Job well done Dr. Malcolm! Marjorie C. Wright

I am so sadden to hear the news of Dr. Johnson passing. We met 20 years ago. He was awesome at his work. We had wonderful conversations on the couch. Such a joy to have known him. He truly will be missed. An angel has earned his wings. Rest in Peace Donna Hanks Conyers,Ga

Dr. Malcolm was my doctor for almost 20 years and he helped bring me back from the brink three separate times. I also considered him as a very caring friend and I too regret not taking the trip to Cuba. I was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing, and send my deepest condolences to his daughter, son and grandchildren who he always spoke about so lovingly. I pray for your peace in accepting his passing - he is truly missed. Linda Pace Samuel

To the Malcolm Leon Johnson Family: Peace and Blessings!

May you live in peace knowing that Dr. Malcolm Leon Johnson was a blessing from our Lord to you, to me, and to our community. He showed us how to live a life filled with major purpose.

Rest in Christ's Love.

Your LEADERSHIP ATLANTA friend,

Rep. Marie Robinson-Metze, Ph.D. and Certificate in Theology Georgia House of Representatives District 55 Atlanta, Georgia 30334 Office: (404) 656--6372

I will miss Dr. Johnson's laugh and spirit of life! Dr. Elaine Reedy

Karen and Johnson Family. You have my sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Malcolm. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal". The Hornsby Subdivision Crew celebrate the glorious life that Malcolm experienced and pray that you will find comfort in your many reflections of your time together. God Bless each of you.

Randy Gunter Laney c/o 70. Cherry Avenue Neighborhood

Dr. Johnson was an amazing person. I regret I didn't go to Cuba. I will definitely go in his honor. I pray for all touched by Dr. Johnson. He was an amazing person. He will be missed terribly. Monica Caldwell Phoenix, AZ

Dr J - I will miss your face and long talks in the office. I loved that I made you laugh and you provided me well needed treatments. I am in Phoenix and going to try to find someone to start where you left off. I know you are at peace and I soon hope to see you soon. Thanks for being family to me and always showed you cared. The stories we shared was often hilarious, but it now will be missed. Rest Well Mista Man. I miss your face. Dr. J's family, I will pray for you all memnbers of his family during this difficult time.

Dr Malcolm was a friend and I also was a patient of his. I loved his wit and personality.I will miss him.. He is in a better place. My sympathies and condolences to the family. From:Dr Bernard Thompson R.Ph Pharm D.

May the family, friends, and colleagues find solace in knowing that Malcolm has won his race. We will cherish the time we shared with Malcolm; it was a joyful experience from the time we entered his office, sitting on the couch catching him up on what was going on with us, getting the treatment and leaving. His practice and treatment was a gift. We are blessed to have known him, and we will not forget the time we shared. We will practice not missing him and know that he is perfected.

We will get our nine hours of sleep, drink our water, and will go to bed four hours after we eat. Oh, and we promise to check our pH often!

Shirley and Samuel Wilson

Thank you for sharing Dr. Malcolm with the Hillside International Truth Center. He was a dedicated member of the 50+Club during my tenure as Facilitator. He faithfully shared his expertise of Natural Medicine with our members whenever requested. His community involvement, pleasant sense of humor and smiles will be sorely missed. Keep shining your light Dr. Malcolm.

Peace and blessings to his family, Carolyne Parks

So saddened to hear of the sudden passing of my first cousin Malcolm. He was funny and good hearted. One of a kind. Praying for his children and siblings and the Johnson/Blount families. Your with the ancestors. Love you cousin Elaine Blount

I met Dr. Malcolm shortly after joining Hillside International Chapel and Truth Center Oct.1994. He was very friendly I soon became one of his patients. Dr.Malcolm was a great teacher always giving good advice, he was a beautiful human being. Love and Prayers to his family. Lenward Reeves, Jr and family

Malcolm, I am deeply saddened to say goodbye. You will truly be missed. No one else has your giant personality, generous and kind nature or ability to make us all laugh. You spent your life caring about other people, particularly people of color and their problems. You tried to be a champion and a crusader for those in need. I appreciate having had the opportunity to call you friend, and a brother for over 30 years. I pray that your family will be blessed, and that they find comfort during this difficult time. Rest in Peace my friend,

Monica and Charles Fontenot

Jim & Sara Davis

I met Malcolm in the early 1980's when he was at Johnson and Johnson and I was at Procter & Gamble. At our first meeting he immediately started to discuss how Black folk had to figure out a way to make greater progress in corporate America. It turned out that 10 years later we both ended up a Kimberly-Clark and Malcolm's passion for improving the status Black folk in a company was still there! Malcolm emerged as a leader in the recruitment, retention and promotion of Black Men and Women at Kimberly-Clark. He willing challenged all levels of management in pointing out the lack of progression of Black employees vs. their White counterparts. Malcolm was physically a big guy, with a big heart,and a Passion for Life and I cherish the fact that he was my friend. We offer our sincere condolences to the family and pray that God blesses you with peace and comfort as you celebrate the life of Malcolm

We are saddened to learn of the transition of Dr. Malcom. Praying that the family is surrounded by strength and compassion. Please accept our warmest condolences and our deepest sympathy. Mr.Andre Dearing and Family

My condolences to the family.

Dr. Johnson will always be remembered for his humor, concern for others, healing skills and deep sincerity.

I thank you.

Lovell Rowser, Jr.

Dr. Malcolm was my friend and acupuncturist. He was an amazing spirit and will be remembered for what he did to help me with my health challenges. My condolences to his family.

Please retrieve the 10 condolences that were on your site prior to the obituary update.

Thanks Ken Jordan

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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