BORN

1926

DIED

2017

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Melvin Johnson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 12, 2017.

Melvin Johnson, age 91, of Pasadena, TX passed from this life on June 10th, 2017. Born in Boyle, MS. on July 27, 1926 to Elvia and Willie Johnson. He married Betty June Goins on May 24th, 1997.

Melvin made a career in the US Military Navy, Army, and National Guard. After his retirement date, he was called to serve once more in the Operation Desert Storm in 1985 as Family support. Melvin was retired from Service on August 12, 1986.

Besides the US Military, Melvin was called into the ministry of the Lord Jesus and served a lifetime as a pastor, and a man that loved to play the guitar and sing the praises of His Savior.

Apart from these callings, some of his passions included farming, singing with a trio, and later in life, honoring anyone that would request him to sing.
Melvin was one of 13 children born to Elvia and Willie Johnson. He is survived by 2 brothers, and 3 sisters . He leaves 3 sons, Melvin Dwight, Terry Allen, Robyn Melvin, a daughter, Beverly Carol, and a step daughter, Debra White, to carry on his legacy. He also has a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren that loved him dearly.

A memorial honoring his life, will be held on June 30 at 10:00 am at the Oak Meadows Community Worship Center, 6105 Allendale, Houston , Texas. Afterwards, a graveside burial with Army Honors, will be conducted at 2:30 pm at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Houston Texas off Sam Houston Toll Way.

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June 27, 2017

Joshua tecumseh

I will miss you Uncle Melvin..The angels have another great one

June 24, 2017

Margarita Moreno

June 24, 2017

James Goins

My Dear Dear Friend, some of my fondest memories are of the times we spent together doing what we did best, singing and playing music working in the ministry, You had one of those voices that just screamed out "I Love the Lord" You have touched many lives in your journey through this world, and I was one of them, I was just 17 when we started working together with Harrison Price, so thank you for all that you have done, be at peace with the Lord, and I will see you again soon.

June 23, 2017

Johnson Glen

I have such fond memories of uncle Melvin playing his guitar and singing praises to the Lord. He came from a family that loved God and this legacy lives on. Thank you for being a light in this dark world. I pray that we will continue to be the light and legacy that you began. We will miss you.

Glen & Natalie Johnson Family

June 22, 2017

Theresa Hurst

I didn't personally know this gentle, pleasant man very long. I met him and visited him Jan /2017. I will always remember Bev telling me how he would awake her up in the middle of the night singing. Not calling her, just singing to his Lord. So many patients when they are older get a bit grumpy. It sounded like this sweet man was not one of them. What a blessing that he loved to worship. Now he is with the angel band and free and eternally singing to the Lord.

June 22, 2017

Deborah Pierce

Uncle Melvin; A soft spoken gentle soul! I know your playing guitar for your Momma and Pappa while Aunt Betty sings along and Quentin,John,Shelton,Gerline and Earline keep time to the music! My love to you all! See you soon!

June 22, 2017

Glenda Gilliland

Have known Melvin since we were young and have a lot of good memories of him singing. So sorry for his family but he is now with his first love. JESUS

June 22, 2017

Lance Johnson

Grandpa Melvin was truly an inspiration to me. I was blessed to witness in his final weeks how he stared death in the face and kept on singing to the glory of God. I love the assurance and confidence that he displayed in his Christian walk. He truly had a heart of worship. He is home with the Lord and we will be reunited again soon.

June 22, 2017

Cheryl Nelson

Uncle Melvin was the greatest Christian man I have ever known. He was sweet and so kind and I loved visiting with him. He could sing and wrote some beautiful songs. I loved to listen to hear him. I know he is in heaven with my daddy, Quentin, and his mom and dad and other brothers and sisters and they are rejoicing together. Love you dearly Uncle Melvin.

June 22, 2017

Linda Bland

I have so many memories of my Uncle Melvin from the time I was a little girl till now. He was the sweetest, gentlest man I have ever known. My favorite memory is whenever he saw me he would say "well there's splendid Linda"! I loved to hear him sing and play his guitar. I know he is having a great time in Heaven with his Dad and Mom, brothers, sisters and others who have gone on before. I love you Uncle Melvin and will see again someday soon!

June 22, 2017

Jeree Johnson

My Grandpa Melvin always had a kind word on his lips and a joyous song of praise in his heart! Grandpa s faithful journey with God has been the pillar foundation of strength molding what s now grown into generation s upon generations of the best loving family any of us could have, layers deeps. I'm so grateful for his love! I'm so grateful for him loving me

June 22, 2017

Ladoyn Cogburn

To my sweet cousins Beverly, Dwight, Terry,
Your dad was a very sweet and gentle person and always very kind to me. he was always encouraging in our music as a child and even as a grown-up. He was a man of music.
To my Aunt Betty you were blessed to have him in your life as your husband the father of your children I know you will miss him greatly .
He is singing with the Angels at the foot of our Lord. So I celebrate his life today.

June 22, 2017

Michelle Ruiz

Grandpa, I am reminded of your sincere faith, and your love for God. You were such a Godly example of how to give God praise. I will forever be grateful for the love you showed, the hugs and touch of your hand, the songs we sang and the laughs we shared. You will be missed but I know one day we will see your smile again.
I love you "that girl".

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June 22, 2017

Mariska White

You were a very loving man. It is sad to see you go but i know you are in a better place and in no pain. I love you and will see you soon!

June 22, 2017

Beverly Johnson

Blessed am I to be the daughter of this sweet and gentle man. What a privilege to have him in my home the last years of his life. I will ever be grateful. Mom and I miss him. He is now at rest with the Lord of his life.

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