Bishop James Willie Johnson Obituary in Opelika at Harris Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Bishop James Willie Johnson

Graveside service for Bishop James W. Johnson, 72, of Trussville, AL, formerly of Opelika, AL, will be at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Garden Hills Cemetery,1218 Frederick Road, Opelika, AL 36801, Bishop Kenneth Carter, Sr. will officiate.

Bishop Johnson, who passed away Sunday, April 26, 2020 at his home in Trussville, AL, was born November 4, 1947 in Opelika, Alabama.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Jessica Johnson; his children, Ricardo D. (Darnisha) Johnson of Atlanta, GA, Marcus F. Johnson, Antwone Jermaine Johnson, Monica (Juan) Jackson, Reshonne (Ben) Davis and Demond McCord all of Birmingham, AL; seven grandchildren, Nia, Jaia, Angel, Micah, Nyah, Isaiah and Jacob; one sister, Eula Johnson of Atlanta, GA; two brothers-in-law; five sisters-in-law; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In an order and following the ADPH recommendations concerning (COVID-19) effective March 28, 2020 to keep the community safe, the funeral service will be for the family only. Based on recommendations from the ADPH, all participants must maintain a consistent six-foot distance between all parties during the service. We understand this is a difficult time, but the situation is serious, and your well-being is our utmost concern at Harris Funeral Home. Please use our website to leave a message to share your favorite memories and offer words of sympathy and comfort.

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I can remember when you was live in opelika you drove the bus and with a caring for everyone.I would listen to you preach on the radio I made sure I didn't miss hearing you everytime I pass where you use to have have church I think of you and your children they were little at that time.the Lord put a true soilder on the battle field so sorry for the loss of your love one may the Lord keep the family in his arms to rock you to the pain easy up.my prayed goes out to the family Constance t.echols and family

Bishop Roger Bryant and Apostle Debbie Bryant send their deepest condolences to the family of our Bishop and friend Bishop JW Johnson.Love you for always being there for us.Rest on Rest on thy good and faithful servant job well done Bishop and Apostle Bryant will continue to keep first Lady Jessica Johnson and family in our prayers. We truly love you and will miss you. Love always Bishop Roger Bryant and Apostle Debbie Bryant

On behalf of Pastor Ellen Pearl Featherstone and the Biblical Faith Church family we give a very heartfelt condolences and or sympathy to the family. Thank you for sharing Bishop with us. We will forever remember and appreciate the teachings he has given us. May our God comfort and keep you is our prayer. Pastor Elder Ellen P. Featherstone and Biblical Faith Church

Family, you are in my thoughts and more importantly in my prayers. May our Lord bless and comfort all of you during this difficult time. My most heartfelt condolences. Love, Elaine Ruffin.

Rest. In. Peace. Cuz. Praying. For. The. Johonson. Family. Minister. Williard. Lewis

Sorry for your loss. Prayers and Thoughts are with each of you.

Prayers and Thoughts go out to each of you. Sorry for the passing of Bishop Johnson. Julia Rowell-Finley

My deepest condolences to the family of our Bishop! We will always love Bishop Johnson. I appreciate everything he done for me, my family,and church family. Rest on thy good and faithful servant. Love Daughter LaKenya Felton