Harrison Bernard Johnson Sr.

HARRISON BERNARD JOHNSON, SR., son of the late Charles and Viola Johnson, was born on September 11, 1947 in Sparks, Maryland.Being reared in a Christian home, Harrison received Christ at an early age and attended Stevenson A.M.E. along with his parents and siblings. He attended Sparks Elementary School and Dulaney High School from which he graduated in 1967.In 1969, the family relocated to Baltimore City. It was there that Harrison met Ethel V. Johnson. After a brief courtship, the two were married on September 9,1972. From this union one son was born. Although this marriage was dissolved, the two remained friends On April 26, 1986, Harrison married Doris Ann Ford whom he affectionately called “Dot.” Together they enjoyed 21 years of blissful marriage.Harrison was employed by the Baltimore County Highway Administration. He retired in 2004 after twenty-five years of dedicated service. Although he enjoyed retirement, he felt the need to continue sharing his talents through various post-retirement jobs including his last position at Al Packer Ford.Harrison shared a very special bond with his twin brother, “Charlie.” They worked for the same companies, drove similar cars and even married two sisters. They also enjoyed the same hobbies, namely auto mechanics, basketball and football. Occasionally, they would even take trips to the Capital Raceway to watch bracket racing.Harrison was a devoted husband, a loving brother, an exceptional grandfather and just an all around “Super Dad.” One of his proudest moments was witnessing the ordination of his son into the Gospel Ministry. As a father, he faithfully provided support, strength and encouragement at all times Harrison had a quiet spirit, however, his pleasant personality allowed him to embrace life and everyone he came in contact with.Without any earthly farewells, Harrison stepped from time into eternity on Wednesday, August 15, 2007.He was preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Sterrett and Terry McKinney.Harrison leaves to celebrate his life: a devoted wife, Doris Johnson; loving son, Rev. Harrison Johnson, Jr. (Kiyonna); two step-children, Nicole Gaymon and Corey Cooper; one sister, Helen Dorsey; two brothers, Charles Johnson, IV and Leroy Johnson; two grandchildren, Brandon and Kynard; seven step-grandchildren, seven sisters-in-law, four brothers-in-law, four aunts, two uncles, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

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Harrison Bernard Johnson Sr.

September 11, 1947 - August 15, 2007