Mr Henry Johnson
December 12, 1942 - February 22, 2021
Henry Johnson was born on December 12, 1942, to the late Josephine (George) Dunson and the late Henry Frank (Edna) Chenault. He entered into eternal rest on February 22, 2021, after a long illness. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church for over 50 years. Henry loved sports and was especially proud that he had played on the offensive line, wearing #64, for Coach Rev. N.L. Passmore, Sr. at the original Dunbar High School. He was the Class President for his graduating Class of 1960. Henry was very active in the community. He was President of the Dunbar Alumni Association, member of the Dunbar Advisory Board, and managed the Dunbar Community Center (also known for a time as the “Tubby Smith Community Center”) until his health declined. After many years of dedicated services, he retired from both IBM and Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. He was previously married to Doris Hall Johnson. Preceding him in death was a brother, Thomas Chenault, and a grandson, Corenz “Corey” White. Knowing they will see him again, celebrating his life are his seven children, Charlene Johnson, Darlene (Lee) Larry, Henry Jr. (Michele) Johnson, Michelle (William) Schooler, Damon (Pia) Johnson, Myron (Amy) Johnson and Shawna Johnson; eighteen grandchildren, Gregory (Adeliane), Renota, Vincent (Kelly), Lee II (Hosanna), Brandon, Anthony “Tony” whom he raised, Keith, Chris, Cortez, Monroe (Brittany)
Henry Johnson was born on December 12, 1942, to the late Josephine (George) Dunson and the late Henry Frank (Edna) Chenault. He entered into eternal rest on February 22, 2021, after a long illness. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church for... View Obituary & Service Information