David Johnson, Jr.

Message from DeAnne Henry

My prayers to the johnson family. He was one of my favorite teacher's at Bennett. Dr Johnson taught my mother and me.

A candle was lit by John clinton -- Lincoln, NE. on September 30, 2017 1:31 PM

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To David's family: I was at JMB from 1966 to 1970 & had the pleasure of knowing David as a friend & colleague. He'll never know how much this young white teacher of POD appreciated having David in the same building. His enthusiasm, openness, teaching skills & "being on the same page" re: race relations meant so much to me. I know that part of the reason for our success with young people of both races at JMB was due to the atmosphere in our classrooms.
So as I approach the twilight of my life, I know I waited too long to say "Thank you, David." You made us all better. .................RIP -- until we meet again, my friend. .[John Clinton (POD teacher at JMB), now living in Lincoln, NE.]

Message from SPRINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1957

Mrs. Mae Johnson and family.
We are sorry we are not with you today in person, we are with you in prayer. We are deeply pained and words are no help in expressing the sorrow we feel at this moment. There are so many memories we share of such a wonderful person. He shared so much love each of us and his smile made us feel a warm appreciation to be in his company. Our hearts are heavy.
He has departed this earth but David will forever be in our heart. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you the days to come. Our sincere condolence, we are here for you just a phone call away. Velma Hinnant and Classmates

Message from Kim Jackson

We're sorry to hear about the passing of our cousin. Please know that the Barnes family will continue to keep our family lifted in prayer. I'm totally impressed with the impact that cousin David made to others over the years. His life was definitely not in vain. This is what the "dash" is all about. When we all get to Heaven...
Signed: Minnie Vee Jackson's daughter

Message from Hobbie and Velma Exum Hinnant

Mrs.Mae Johnson and the Johnson Family
Sorry we aren't able to with you today, We share this void along with you. for we have also lost some we love and we believe we have gain an angel. As we recall the happiness we have shared we realize how precious this time meant. Therefore, the memories will last forever. You are in our prayer and thoughts. May God continue his blessings with each of you.

A candle was lit by Hobbie and Velma Exum Hinnant on September 30, 2017 4:47 AM

A candle was lit by Felecia Boyette &family, Wilson NC on September 29, 2017 10:47 PM

A candle was lit by Jennifer Brush on September 29, 2017 10:10 PM

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I was saddened to learn about the passing of Dr. Johnson on September 21. My condolences to his family and loved ones. I am so very sorry for your loss. I also feel a sense that the world has lost a beautiful soul, but that heaven has regained one of its angels.

Dr. David Johnson had a profound impact on my life while I was a student at James M. Bennett Sr. High. I actually had the distinct pleasure to have him as my English teacher for my Junior and Senior years. I will forever owe a debt of gratitude to him for the discipline, encouragement, and high standards to which he held his students and myself. While the literature we read I may not recall as much as he may have liked, I’ll remember forever the conversations and debates that he encouraged and perhaps instigated? I am honored to have known him, value what he taught me more than he could ever know, and send my love and heart to his wife and family.

Goodbye kind sir. Thank you for everything.

Message from Ruth A. Jones

If I've learned anything down through the years, it's that nothing beautiful in this world is ever really lost- Those we cherish will always live on in memory. I knew him as a student and a teacher. He was a wonderful person and he will truly be missed. The family has my deepest sympathy for your loss.

A candle was lit by Charles Nesbitt (Aggie Pride) on September 28, 2017 7:30 PM

A candle was lit by Dr. Doris Person - Aggie Pride on September 28, 2017 7:27 PM

A candle was lit by Charles and Denise Williams Jr on September 28, 2017 7:23 PM

A candle was lit by My heartfelt to you Mrs. Johnson and family. Shanie Shields on September 28, 2017 12:07 PM

A candle was lit by Mary Davis-Harfst on September 28, 2017 9:49 AM

A candle was lit by Dannie A. Morris on September 28, 2017 12:11 AM

A candle was lit by Charlene Wilson on September 27, 2017 10:13 PM

Message from Charlene Wilson

So sorry to hear. Dr. Johnson was an excellent teacher when I had him at James M Bennett High School. Know that he was love and respected by many.

A candle was lit by PRISCILLA ANDERSON & ALLEN BROWN, SR on September 27, 2017 9:14 PM

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MAE,
OUR CONDOLENCE TO YOU, ETAHE, AND EMIEKE WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS
OF DAVID"MR SOFTEE". OUR MEMORIES OF DAVID AND HIS ICE CREAM TRUCK (coming down Delaware Ave) WILL BE FOREVER PRESENT. "LOVE AND PRAYERS".

Message from Greta Johnspn Meadows

Oh how I remember Mr. Johnson as a principal, and Mr. Softee Ice cream truck. My prayers go out to the family! Earth Has No Sorrows that Heaven Can't Heal

A candle was lit by Greta Johnson Meadows on September 27, 2017 8:49 PM

Message from Wilmer & Brenda Sampson

To Mae and Family, Praying that God will comfort your heart, uplift your spirit, and carry you through this time of sadness to a place of peace.

Message from John A GiddenIII

"To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven"We shall be blessed by the many seeds planted by Dr. Johnson. I offer my sincere condolence to "Miss Mae" and her family.

Message from Dennis Mathewson

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. Recently I lost my dear mother, and found
great comfort in the Holy Bible, like at Isaiah 25 verse 8 - "The Sovereign Lord will
swallow up death forever, and wipe away the tears from all faces." Also at
Revelation 21 verse 4, we find God's promise to remove both pain and death.
For more comfort, I turn to the website at: www.jw.org (Search: Comfort)

A candle was lit by Wilmer & Brenda Sampson on September 27, 2017 7:59 PM

A candle was lit by Charles and Denise Williams and Family on September 27, 2017 7:00 PM

Message from Willie Artis

To the family of Dr. David Johnson: I was a high school class mate of David, he was my best friend in high school. We will miss his present at our annual gathering of our class reunion. I would like for you to know that his present will never leave our memory. It hard to say good by to such a friend as he was to our classmates but we have no choice. Be thankful for the good times he shared with us. He is free from the pain and struggles of this world.
God bless you an know that we share in your grief.

A candle was lit by Chasity Iler on September 27, 2017 6:04 PM

Message from Dr. Jennifer Steptoe

"No one can replace you; nothing can replicate you, and none can repeat you, Doc. With sadness & gladness, Heaven's reward is attained. Family, my heartfelt sorrow and prayers to you in the days to come. His humanitarian devotion, love to educate, and insatiable wisdom will NOT be forgotten. For he did inspire me, push me as fellow-cohort and encourage me to 'run on' just a little while longer. Thank you Dr. 'J' for tireless efforts to help somebody else as you passed along life's way...you DID it HIS way!!! Homeward-bound, you have found Eternal Rest...receive it! Oh, what JOY... nd why not him??"

Message from Syeetah Hampton-EL

I am so sad to learn of the passing of Dr. Johnson. I am forever thankful that I had the opportunity to learn from him during my time at James M. Bennett Senior High. My prayers are with his family in this time of sorrow and remembrance.

A candle was lit by Ninta Patton on September 27, 2017 11:02 AM

A candle was lit by MRS.LEE KANE-MILBOURNE on September 27, 2017 9:02 AM

Message from Dr. Geri Mason

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss of your beloved David. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Message from Tina (Williams)Quigley

Dr. Johnson was my HS English teacher for my senior year. He was the hardest , most respected and best teacher I've ever had. He held me to high standards and I do the same with my students. I send my deepest sympathies to the family and friends. He was a wonderful man.

Tina Williams Quigley
BHS "88"

A candle was lit by Dave the Copeland on September 27, 2017 7:08 AM

Message from Angela Lord

It is with deepest sympathy that I extend my most heartfelt condolences to the family of this gentleman. He was one of the most impactful educators of my life as well as others and his memory will continue on for lifetimes because of his broad scope of educational roles and commitment to helping others reach their dreams. "Always diligently working"

Message from Deborah Holloway Moreno

Dr. Johnson was my English teacher for my senior year at Bennett in 1989. He was one of my favorite teachers. Please accept my condolences on his passing.

Message from Mark Moir

We were so blessed to have Dr. Johnson as our English teacher at Bennett Senior back in the early seventies. He was a house on fire as a teacher and mentor.

Message from Shirley Elzey Greene

My Thoughts And Prayers For The Johnson Family
My Senior year in high school, I met Mr David Johnson. My whole life changed because he was able to see in me, what I could not see in myself. He pushed me to be a better student, to stop being what other people thought I was, and become the woman I am today. My heart is breaking and heavy right along with you all. Mr D, will always be in my heart. I thank God for having the chance to know him.
Gone But Never Forgotten
Shirley Elzey Greene
Class of 65 & 66
Salisbury High School

Message from Mary Lynn Carter Hastings- Class of 1970 - James M. Bennett

My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Johnson's family! I am so thankful I was able to see him in June in his attorney's office and spoke with he and his wife. I let him know that day that he and Mrs Anna Carey were my two favorite teachers. What a great roll model and teacher he was. Thank you, Mr. Johnson for seeing me through English 12 at James M. Bennett - Class of 1970! With love and sympathy, Mary Lynn Carter Hastings

A candle was lit by Mary Lynn Carter Hastings- Class of 1970 - James M. Bennett on September 26, 2017 10:29 PM

Message from Susan Gray

I learned more from Dr. Johnson than any teacher I had in high school. Writing is one of my strengths and I credit Dr. Johnson with that - he pushed his students to do their best. Furthermore, Dr. Johnson was a kind and loving person, and I am honored to have known him. Praying for comfort for his family.

Message from WAYNE F. SHORES

I am very saddened to hear of this. Mr. Johnson was my 12th grade English teacher in 1975. Thanks to him I started college with the scholastic tools that I needed to be successful. I will always remember his intelligence, wit, dedication to helping his students learn how to improve themselves. I remember one time I didn't have a term paper written by the due date. I explained that I done all of the research and outlining but just hadn't gotten the final draft written on time. Instead of failing me he said: "Well if you've done all that then you should be able to give your paper as an oral presentation to the class. " So, I got up in front of the class and presented my "term paper". He gave me a B- and said that it might have been an A if I had followed instructions and written it down. That told me two things: One was that he cared more about what I had learned then he did about how well I did exactly what I was told. The second however, was that it was still important to follow instructions. I learned more than English and literature in his class. I learned life lessons that I still rely on 42 years later. I hope to meet him again in heaven when my time comes.

Message from Shenitta Corbin-Smith

Miss Mae and family you have my deepest sympathy with Dr. Johnson's passing. Your family is in my prayers. May God comfort you and family in this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Shenitta Corbin-Smith on September 26, 2017 9:14 PM

Message from Kim Lopez

Dr. Johnson was an extraordinary roll model. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. Praying for your family at this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Phyllis Graves on September 26, 2017 7:50 PM

Message from Priscilla Jackson

So sorry for your loss.
One of my favorite teachers
JMB Class of 68. God.Bless You

A candle was lit by Shakeem Brown on September 26, 2017 6:41 PM

A candle was lit by ROBERT GALE AND FAMILY on September 26, 2017 6:37 PM

Message from Patricia Dashiell Frooks

Will Always remember Your Smile Outside waiting for class to begin..The Angels Are Smiling With You Now....Class of 1977...Thank You For Your Kindnes And Leadership

Message from Donna Elliott

I am very sorry for your loss. Dr Johnson was my principal at Parkside. I have fond memories of him.

Message from Bill Robinson

Dr. Johnson embodied the spirit of teaching as a calling that benefited so many members of the Baby Boomer generation he taught and those who followed. The University of Maryland Eastern Shore campus community will greatly miss his infectious smile and kind spirit.

Message from Estella Hutt

To Mae and the family: God has chosen a remarkable man to share his heavenly home.Keep the faith and trust in God for his comfort at this time.

Message from Jerome Crawford

Etahe, I'm so sorry to hear about your father, my condolences to you and the family....praying for your comfort....

Message from Darlene Preston

It is with deepest, heartfelt sympathy that I extend my condolences to Mae and her family in the loss of your husband and a great pillar of the community. Earth has no sorry that Heaven can not heal. Please know I will continue to keep you all lifted in prayer.

A candle was lit by Jerome Crawford on September 26, 2017 3:45 PM

A candle was lit by Darlene Preston on September 26, 2017 3:45 PM

A candle was lit by Ronald Hull jr on September 26, 2017 3:23 PM

Message from Ronald Hull jr

May god continue to Bless and comfort the family.

Message from Chasity Iler

Dr. Johnson you will be truly missed. Thank you for being such a wonderful and encouraging teacher.