DeVonta Douglass Johnson Obituary
We announce the death of DeVonta Douglass Johnson (Memphis, Tennessee), who passed away on September 8, 2026, at the age of 26. DeVonta will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of DeVonta Douglass Johnson to pay them a last tribute.
DeVonta will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew DeVonta will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. DeVonta’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his daughters, Alaya Johnson and Jakayla Johnson; his parents, Nita Pugh and Jammie Lee Taylor Jr.; and his siblings, Mikalia Currie, Trinity Giden, Kevin Pugh, Jammie Taylor III, Jaieon Giden, Omarion Chaffin and Courtney McKinnie.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the N. H. Owens & Son Funeral Home (421 Scott St, Memphis, TN 38112). A burial will be held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Raleigh Frayser Memorial Gardens (3627 Royal Wood Dr, Memphis, TN 38128).
