Robert David Johnson Jr. 53, of Nederland, Texas passed away November 17, 2007, at his residence, following a lengthy illness. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas in 1953 to Robert David Johnson Sr., and Joyce Deville Johnson.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his loving wife Laurie Overall-Johnson, his mother Joyce Johnson of Port Arthur, daughters, Sara Johnson-Rivera of Groves and Brandi Freeman of Nederland, sisters; Brenda Johnson Mathes and husband Claude of Huntsville, Melanie Johnson of Port Arthur and Jodie Johnson and spouse Linda of Houston, his nephew; Brad Mathes and wife Carla of Katy and one granddaughter Daisy Rivera of Groves, mother and fathers-in-law; Michael and Sandra Boyette of Village Mills and Dan and Julieann Overall of Aiken, South Carolina, brother and sisters-in-law; Mike and Helen Overall of Beaumont, and Ken and Bonnie Overall of Yorktown, Virginia. He also leaves behind his beloved dogs, Gabbie and Buttercup and his cats that always kept him “cozy”.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, November 19, 2007 at Broussard’s in Nederland. Graveside entombment services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at Tranquility Mausoleum, Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches, with Pastor Michael Osborne officiating.
Robert was a very kind and loving man. He loved his family and friends dearly and will be missed by all who knew him. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to fish and hunt.
His father Robert David Johnson, Sr. preceded him in death earlier this year.
The family would like to express their thanks to Odyssey Healthcare for the wonderful care given to Robert during his last months in this life. Their compassion and love has helped his wife and family during this time of loss.
Robert requested before his passing that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made in his name to the Humane Society of Southeast Texas, 2050 Spindletop Road, Beaumont, Texas 77705 or call 409-722-0605.
