 Rev. Reginald Lee Johnson, 74, of Carlisle,
passed away with his loving wife by his side on Monday, August 6, 2012, at ManorCare Health Services, Carlisle. He was born
on Monday, October 11, 1937, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Elijah and Myrtle (Wygate) Johnson. Reggie was a 1956 graduate of Plum Borough High
School and had attended classes at H.A.C.C. for maintenance and electrical work. He retired in 2000 after 27 years of service
with PPG Industries. Reggie and his late brother, Fred formerly owned and operated Johnson Brothers Hauling in New Kensington.
He was a member and associate Pastor with Abundant Life in New Kensington and also attended Bethel Assembly God Church, Carlisle.
Reggie evangelized in the local area hospitals, nursing homes, highways and the truck stop ministry. He enjoyed playing the
harmonica and guitar, fishing and traveling. He also enjoyed having prayer meetings and Bible study in his home. Reggie was
known by many as a kind and loving person with a giving spirit and will be missed by all. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Dolores J. (Mills)
Johnson, two sons; Reginald L. Johnson, Jr. of Harrisburg and Kevin S. Johnson of Enola, three daughters; Regina L. Robinson
of Youngstown, OH, Rev. Sylvia E. Beard of Boardman, OH and Kimberly M. Briggs of Carlisle, one brother, Jerome Johnson of
Pittsburgh, one sister, Gloria Bassett of New Kensington, 15 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Reggie was preceded in death by three brothers; Rev. Fred Johnson, Gerald Johnson and Bob Keys and three sisters; Abigail
Peterson, Honaka Bivens and Shirley Brown. Funeral
services will be held on Friday, August 10, 2012, at 12:00 noon in the Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, 630 S. Hanover St., Carlisle,
with Rev. Roger C. Thomas, Sr. officiating. Burial will be in Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens, Carlisle. A viewing will
be on Friday from 10 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.
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To the Family of the late Rev. Reggie:
We do whole heartily send Love and Condolences to
his Wife,Sis. Dolly and Family. This is just to let you know THE BATTLE IS OVER!!! THE VICTORY IS WON!!! WE WILL AND
SHALL CONTINUE TO KEEP ALL OF YOU IN CONSTANT PRAYER.
In the Wonderful love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ
Sis. Marylee Scott and the Music Ministry of the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church of Carlisle, Pa.
Rev. Daniel B.
Keys, Pastor
Ms. Marylee Scott
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Dear Dolly & Family:
We send our Love, Prayers and Condolences in this time of deep sorrow upon the passing of your beloved Reggie. Indeed he
will be missed. He had such a wonderful sincere smile every time I saw him. Remain strong in the Lord..He shall grant you
comfort and peace now and for the days ahead.
Blessings,
The Rev Dr Edith L. Werdebach & Family
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Finally home, Finally home, Dear Mr. Johnson is Finally
home.
Audrey Trussell
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Dolly,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Reggie. We know how much you loved each other and how much you will miss him.
The world has lost a great man. He did awesome things for God's Kingdom while here on earth. Now he enjoys the presence
of the Lord!
With our love and blessings,
Jack & Nancy Guyler
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Dolly and family,
I pray that you will find peace today know that absent
from the body is present with the Lord. I am sure you will miss your husband, dad, brother in law, friend, but may your good
memories keep you with a smile in your heart.
Lockett Family
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Our
family was greatly impacted by the life of Brother Reggie, he was the living example of a true man of God!! He will
be missed but, he is rejoicing in Heaven with our Father.
Edgar and Emma Poe Family
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Dearest Delores(Dolly) just heard of your Loss sending my prayers and deepest sympathy to you
and the family. Remember that earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. God bless you and the family. Love Mary (Vining)
Bailey.and family.
Mary(Vining)Bailey Roch. N.Y. 10 Helena St. 14605
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