Celeste Johnson

On March 24, 1952 CELESTE AMANDA JOHNSON was born to Veronica Johnson and Lloyd Johnson. She was the oldest of five siblings. She received her education in the Baltimore City Public School System where she studied to be a Licensed Cosmetologist. Along with her profession she maintained a variety of jobs. Her magnetic fiery and spicy energy entertained her circle of loving friends and family. The life she lived and the folks and hearts she has touched is all but breathtaking. Tragically on February 6, 1995, life changed in an instant when she suffered a massive stroke which left her entire right side paralyzed. It was a bit of an adjustment to her new reality, but this fierce and strong-willed woman refused to allow her condition to keep her from living her life the way she wanted to. She refused help from anyone. Even if it took all day, she didn’t want help to get it done. She refused to give up her two-story town home and move to a one level; yesss....stubborn to the core. And for 29 years she was still cooking, cleaning, caring for herself, traveling to the doctors, the market, church and family visits. Nothing but speed slowed her down, as long as she had her walking cane and her purse she was rolling out still cooking her mouth watering fried chicken, liver, onions, mashed potatoes and corn. Don’t forget the homemade sweet potato pies and upside-down pineapple cake. During the holidays of 2023, her condition took a turn for the worst. For over 2 years she spent her days in a nursing home, still refusing anyone to help her. She was spicy and determined to live how she wanted. We celebrated her 74th Birthday together. Shortly after, she was rewarded her Heavenly Wings and was called home on April 2, 2026, loved and surrounded by family and friends. She leaves behind her only child Kelly, who she shared with her first love Randolph Parker, who she preceded in death; her grandson, who she loves dearly Kayden; siblings, Michele, Lisa, and Jonathan (including a host of extra daughters, sons, sisters, brothers); a ton of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and definitely a ton of loving friends.

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Celeste Johnson

March 24, 1952 - April 2, 2026