Mr. Louis William Johnson

JOHNSON, Mr. Louis William - Age 79, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, in Nashville, TN. Family hour 10:00 AM Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Vernon Chapel AME Church, 5802 Dupont St., with funeral service commencing at 11:00 AM Pastor Douglas Banks, Host Pastor Pastor Cedric Nickson, Eulogist. Interment, Sunset Hills Cemetery, G-4413 Flushing Rd. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10:00 AM Saturday. Mr. Johnson will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., and may be viewed from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Friday. Louis William Johnson, affectionately known as “The Roadrunner,” was born on January 29, 1945, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Ms. Lula Mae Johnson. He received his education through the Pine Bluff public school system. After graduating from high school, Louis married the love of his life, Estella Mae Lane. The couple relocated from Arkansas to Flint, Michigan, where they raised their six children. Shortly after moving to Michigan, Louis began his career with Buick Motor Company, a division of General Motors and furthered his education at the General Motors Institute. He retired from General Motors after 32 years of dedicated service. Louis was deeply involved in his children’s lives, often coaching their sports teams. A hardworking man, he was devoted to his family and ensured that everything he did was for their benefit. Louis loved to travel and cherished spending quality time with family and friends. He was a fierce competitor at the card and dominoes table, known for his strong personality. His eclectic taste in music spanned a variety of genres. A faithful and long-time member of Vernon Chapel AME Church, Louis served in various offices and ministries alongside his wife. Together, they co-directed the Youth Department, organizing educational and recreational trips for the Youth, and served on the Kitchen Committee as well as Sunday School Teachers. Louis also contributed to the church community as a member of the Security Team, Usher Board, and Men’s Choir. In addition to his church involvement, Louis was the director of the Oman Temple Youth Drill Team for many years, inspiring countless young people to grow and succeed in life. Louis was a dedicated and lifelong member of John W. Stevenson Lodge #56, where he served as Worshipful Master, Oman Temple #72, where he held the position of Illustrious Potentate, and Saginaw Valley Consistory #71, where he served as Commander in Chief and was elevated to the esteemed rank of 33rd Degree Mason. In addition to his parents, Louis was preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years Estella Mae Johnson; sons, Darnell Johnson, Derek Johnson and Dmitri Johnson. Louis William Johnson leaves to cherish fond and loving memories: daughters, Dr. Angela D. Williams (Madison, TN), Arnell (Carnell) Jones (Jacksonville, AR); sons, Marcus Johnson (Murfreesboro, TN) and Daryl Johnson (Flint, MI). His grandchildren, Ju’Juan Williams, Santoya Johnson, Jackee’ Williams, Keyonna Johnson, Darmecia Johnson, Darnell Johnson, Dontae Johnson, Jameel Williams, Austin Johnson, Kiara Johnson, Ciara Johnson, Allen Johnson & Asia Johnson; sister, Geneva Swygert; and brother, Henry Johnson,; 11 great grandchildren; special family members, LaGreta Johnson, Tracy Johnson, Michael Johnson, Earl Gibbs, Dennie Caldwell and Amelio Wilson, other relatives and many friends.

Mr. Louis William Johnson

January 29, 1945 - August 24, 2024