Willie C. Johnson Obituary
The passing of Willie C. Johnson of Springfield, Illinois occurred on July 9, 2026. Willie, born on May 26, 1951, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lee Henry and Viola Johnson, Sr. (Pepper); his spouse Debula Zoe "Debbie" Merritt; and his siblings, Annie Lois Johnson, Eflora Brown, Minnie Hinton, Shirley Jean Johnson Cook and Jesse Johnson.
He is survived by: his siblings, Christine Henderson (James Earl Gaston) of Chicago, Lee Henry Johnson II of Lexington, MS, Barbara Johnson (Jeremiah Pittford) of Chicago, Danny Johnson Sr. (Doristine) of Lexington, MS and Kenneth Johnson Sr. (Rosa) of Victorville, CA; and his aunts, Mussett Epps of Lexington, MS and Flora Montgomery of Springfield.
Those who wish may direct memorial contributions to St. Jude Children Hospital or West Side Christian Church.
