Frank Johnson, Jr.

Obituary For Frank Johnson, Jr.

~ The Life & Obituary ~ Frank Johnson, Jr., 79 passed away peacefully on May 5, 2022. He was born December 24, 1942 to the late Frank Sr. and Ora Bell Johnson in Brooks County, GA. Frank was a graduate of Brooks County schools with the Class of 1961. While there, he honed his musical skills by playing several musical instruments in the school’s band. Shortly after graduating, Frank attended Tuskegee University in Alabama. An avid learner, Frank received a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Valdosta State College in 1990. Frank enlisted in the United States Air Force 1962 and left for basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Over the years, Frank was stationed at multiple Air Force Bases across the world including Nellis AFB (NV), Clovis AFB (NM), Lakenheath Royal AFB (ENG), Ellsworth (SD), Moody (GA), Thailand and Egypt. Because of his work ethic, Frank was a valued Airman and throughout the years received numerous awards and commendations. After 23 years of military service, Frank retired from Moody AFB and settled down in Valdosta, GA to raise his family. Shortly after retiring from the US Air Force, Frank enjoyed a long career with the US Postal Service before finally retiring in 2004. In 1964, Frank married the love of his life, high school sweetheart, and mother of his three children, Gwendolyn Delores Roney. Frank was a good husband and dedicated father. Frank was an encourager and held a genuine sense of pride in the accomplishments of his family and friends - especially his children. His favorite role was that of “Grandpa”. Frank often doted on his 8 grandchildren and showered each of them with gifts and words of encouragement every chance he got. With his magnetic personality, Frank was a friend to many because he never met a stranger. When the opportunity presented itself, Frank enjoyed fishing in the nearby creeks and ponds throughout Lowndes and Brooks County. Frank served as a member of New Hope Baptist Church for most of his adult life. He served his community as a Lifetime Member of the Prince Hall Shriners and the Prince Hall Masons and as a member of several other masonic organizations. As Past Potentate of Ossipe Temple #65, Frank helped ensure their mission was executed with dignity and compassion. Frank was also a Lifetime member of the AMVETS. Frank Johnson, Jr. loved life. He lived his life on his own terms. He possessed a multifaceted personality. He was an intelligent man who could converse with you on nearly any subject. He was passionately curious and a seeker of knowledge. He was strong and he was kind. Frank was preceded in death by his loving and dedicated wife, Gwendolyn, and his parents Frank Sr. and Ora Bell Johnson. Left to cherish his memory, are Frank’s three children, Kevin (Dora) Johnson, Evans, GA; Anthony (Renea) Johnson, Stockbridge, GA; Roslyn (Andrew) Barnes, Rockledge, FL; eight grandchildren: Erica, Kevin, Sakinah, Brianna, Alex, Kristen, Xavier, & Alicia; four great-grandchildren: Kevin Jr., Josiah, Denver, and Jordin; five sisters-in-law: Mildred Mobley, Valdosta, GA; Marie Howerton, Brooklyn, NY; Evangeline Rountree, Dixie, GA; Olivia Chapman, Roselle, NJ and Dorothy Frazier, Dixie, GA and a host of other nieces, nephews, family members and friends. A celebration of life will be Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 11AM at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Aaron Hopkins, eulogist. Burial will follow in Pallbearers Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday at the Stevens-McGhee chapel from 4PM-7PM. Visit this website or our Stevens-McGhee Funeral Home Facebook page to view a livestream of the celebration.

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