RACINE - Rev. Elder Governor L. Johnson, 77, passed away peacefully at his residence with his loving family by his side on Wednesday February 25, 2015. Governor was born on December 24, 1937 in Fordyce, Arkansas, the son of the late Joseph A. & Lummie (Marks) Johnson. He was educated in Washington Middle School and graduated from Kenosha High School. He furthered his education at Gateway Technical College, UW-Parkside and Cardinal Stritch University. He married Betty Wright on May 27, 1958 in Kenosha, they later divorced. Prior to College he served in the United States Marine Corps and also served in the National Guard, and was honorably discharged. Governor was employed as Director of Personal at Young Radiator-Westinghouse in Racine. He went on to obtain many managerial positions in prominent companys and was the key person in making historical landmarks for other people in their professional careers. His hobbies included studying the Holy Bible, preaching the word of the Jesus Christ, and spending time with family & friends. Survivors include his ex-wife Betty, children, Audrey Lovelace, April Johnson all of Kenosha, and Adrian (Sheryl) Johnson of Milwaukee; brothers, Frank & Terry Bankhead; sisters, Joan Bankhead & Josephine Davis; 10 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. Governor was preceded in death by a a daughter, Desiree Lynn, a son, Brent Adair, sister Alma Byrd and a brother Kenny. A visitation will be held on Saturday March 7, 2015 at the Greater Mt. Hebron Church of God in Christ, 7445-20th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53143 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. with funeral services to follow at 10:00 a.m. A repast luncheon will immediately follow the service in the church hall. Kenosha Funeral Services & Crematory 8226 Sheridan Rd. Kenosha, WI 53143 (262) 652-1943 www.kenosha-funeral- services.com
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