Mildred Johnson's Obituary
Funeral services for Mildred Johnson, of Leesville, will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Johnson Temple C.O.G.I.C. in Leesville. Burial will follow in the Leesville Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral of Leesville.
Visitation will be Saturday, September 14th from 9:00 A.M. – until time of service at the church.
Mildred Johnson’s life was truly remarkable and filled with love, dedication, and service. Born on February 21, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Issac “Ike” Garner Burns and Lillie Mae Smith Burns, she touched many lives through her work and ministry. Her marriage to Willie “Bill” Johnson Jr. on November 1, 1968, brought forth four children. Mildred’s long career at Byrd Regional Hospital was marked by her infectious smile, encouraging words and making a lasting impact on many patients.
Mildred dedicated her life to Christ in 1970 as a founding member of Zion Glorious Church of Apostolic Faith in Jamaica, NY. Zion Glorious Church of Apostolic Faith was her foundation. She loved the church ministry and her leader, Pastor Edwards. In 1991, Mildred’s passion for serving God only increased when she moved back to her hometown of Leesville, LA. Her passion for people was evident in her involvement at Johnson Temple COGIC, under the leadership of Pastor Maurice Johnson. She was ordained as a licensed Missionary under the late Bishop Roy L. H. Winbush. Mildred contributed to various ministries, including the Missions Department, Sewing Circle, Women’s Department, Prayer Band Ministry Leader, Usher Board and Primary Teacher for the Women’s #1 Sunday School Class. Her dedication to ministry brought her comfort and fulfillment.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Willie Johnson Jr., her parents, Issac and Lillie Mae Burns, three brothers Herbert Burns, Lane Hart Burns, Donald Burns, two sisters, Vera Silvey and Bessie Lee Burns. Her legacy continues through her children Sondra Johnson, Willie Johnson III, Shana Johnson and Lakisha Devine, grandchildren Tyheem, Asharay, Juwan, Tyrese, Maurice, Courtney, Brittney, Willie IV, Tysean, Kaiya, Jaidyn, and Naima, three great grandchildren, one brother, Robert Burns and a host of nieces and nephews.
Mildred’s earthly presence will be missed beyond words, but we find peace in knowing that she is now resting in the arms of Jesus. Her life story is a beautiful testament to her faith, love, and unwavering commitment to serving others.
Words of comfort may be expressed to the Johnson Family at www.labbymemorialfh.com
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