Mr. Eric Dewayne Johnson

Eric Dewayne Johnson was born on March 3, 1973 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents Hazel and Timothy Johnson. He was the youngest of three siblings. He graduated from Vincent High School. Following his high school career, he was employed with CYD and Quad/ Graphics respectively. Afterwards, Eric and his family had the misfortune of being separated by geography but not their love, and that is when he became an aspiring writer. That was his proudest accomplishment. Sometimes we feel trapped by our own self-imposed limitations. Not Eric. As he would say, "I am powerful. I am unlimited. God is within me." He learned to live in the moment and soaked up every memory he could. He loved and treasured his family, and he enjoyed writing. He was grateful when someone took the time out of their lives to reach out to him with a visit, a letter, a card, or just a simple prayer for him. He appreciated the smallest gestures. He always had much love, respect and admiration for all of his family. Eric developed a love for reading. Some of his favorite authors were lyanla Vanzant, Michael Dyson, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, and Neale Donald Walsch. These authors inspired him to become a writer, and Eric loved writing. He became a gifted writer. That was a proud accomplishment for him. It gave him purpose and the will to live. Before his passing, he began writing his autobiography and two short stories of Christmas memories he cherished as a child. He titled them "My Favorite Christmas Memories." Eric was also a champion for justice. He did not like it when people judged others in the wrong manner. He felt justice was a right - not a privilege. He was committed to change and believed in accountability. He supported human rights for everybody. He believed every human being mattered to God. Eric once stated, he lost everything in life only to find his life. He was a man of perseverance. When life punched him in the face, he got back up and eventually found the plan and purpose that God had for him. He faced the fears and struggles that had stalked him for years. He overcame these fears and struggles by trusting God and surrendering his life to Jesus Christ. Before his passing, he had a devout relationship with the Lord and was at peace. Eric's mantra was "Learn, grow and evolve." He wanted to be remembered as a man who was becoming a better man. Eric DeWayne Johnson passed away on July 31,2020 at the age of 47. H~ was preceded in death by his father, Timothy Johnson. He is survived by his mother, Hazel Johnson; his siblings, Vanessa Johnson, Theresa Johnson and Timothy Johnson, Jr.; and many aunts, uncles, cousins

Mr. Eric Dewayne Johnson

March 3, 1973 - July 31, 2020