Marvin Canonicaus Johnson Jr. Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Marvin Canonicaus Johnson Jr. of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, who passed away on October 30, 2025 at the age of 87. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marvin Canonicaus Johnson Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Erma Johnson, and Marvin Canonicaus Johnson, Sr.; his wife Norma Johnson; his son Todd Johnson; and his sister Joyce Spann.
He is survived by: his close friend Harriett Heuman; his daughter Jenny; his son-in-law Greg Birk; his daughters, Jennifer Smith and Jill Eanes (John); and his stepchildren, Susie McNeely (Michael) and Rodney Edwards (Brenda). He is also survived by five great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 6th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Elmwood Cemetery (1830 AR-113, Morrilton, AR 72110). A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 9th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Ford & Sons Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, we suggest donations be made to one of the following organizations: Mercy Diabetes Education – Doctors Park at 573-339-0121, or to a church bus ministry of your choice in honor of Marvin's lifelong dedication to helping others find their way to church.