Robert Fred Johnson, Sr.

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith, finally, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not to me only, but also to all who have loved his appearance. 2 Timothy 4: 7-8. Robert was born on August 1, 1957, to the late Mary and M.J. Johnson of Mangham, La. He departed this life on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Overton Brooks VAMC, Shreveport, La . His early life in Mangham was filled with the warmth and support of family, traits that he carried throughout his life. He graduated from Mangham High School in 1976, where he formed enduring friendships and developed a strong sense of duty and honor. Embodying a spirit of service, Robert enlisted in the United States Marines immediately after high school. He served his country with distinction for seven years, earning the rank of Corporal. His time in the Marines was a testament to his dedication, resilience, and unfailing commitment to the values he held dear. Robert was predeceased by his brother, Howard Queen, and his cherished daughter, Shaina Johnson. His memory will be carried on by his devoted wife, Cora Johnson, whose unwavering support was a cornerstone of his life. He is survived by his son, Robert Johnson Jr., and his wife, Elia, of Palmdale, California, as well as his daughters, Kalenna and Alanna Johnson of Alhambra, California, and Breneshia Johnson and Cierra Jones of Monroe, Louisiana. Robert was a proud grandfather to five beautiful grandchildren: Matthew, Maya, Jada, and Willow Johnson of Palmdale, and Princeton Johnson of Monroe. His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he relished every moment spent with them, imparting wisdom and love. Robert is also survived by his brothers, Jeffery Johnson and his wife Debra of Monroe, and Otis Johnson of Rayville, Louisiana. Charlie Johnson and his wife, Lora, James Johnson, of Mangham, La. Henry Baker of Fairbanks, Alaska, Walter Baker, and Melvin Joe Harris of Rayville, La. Sisters, Lula Johnson-Ferrand (Dante), Connie Johnson-Butler (George), of Monroe, La, Betty Beeman, of Chicago, IL, Francis Guarnelo, of San Antonio, Tx., and Sallie Johnson of Winnsboro, La. Several nieces and nephews includes LaToya Dorsey (Arique, Armani, LaDerrion), Brenda Johnson (Brandon, Harmony), Christopher Johnson (Jaqabri), Rodeshia Johnson (Marcus, Lamiya, Rodriguez III), Terica Lawson-Williams (Savannah), Zipporah Johnson, Gregory Johnson, Geornikqua Butler, James Braddock, Jr., (Sage), Dylon Gibson, Natasha Queen of Marrow, Ga., Tenenisha Street (Lailah) of Dallas, Tx., Bernice and, Phyllis Johnson of Winnsboro, La., and Leroy Johnson of Dallas, Tx. 2 Aunts: Elaine Thomas, of Houston, Tx., and Clara Mae Johnson, of Delhi, La., and Life-long friend, Lucius Miles. Robert Johnson will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his dedication to his country, and his ability to touch the hearts of all who knew him. Though he is no longer with us, his spirit will forever live on in the lives he touched.