John

Johnson

John Johnson, 73, of Toledo, Ohio, transitioned peacefully from this life to eternal rest on Wednesday, April 8, at Ebeid Hospice Center in Sylvania, Ohio.

John, affectionately known as "DeDe" and "Johnny Cool," was born on February 16, 1953, to Mozella McNeal. At an early age, he accepted Christ and was baptized at New Hope Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend Melvin Wilson. He later moved his membership to Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, where he remained a faithful member until his passing.

John lived a life full of movement, culture, and connection. He traveled from coast to coast, spending time in New York and California before returning home to Toledo. Throughout his life, he worked various jobs, but what truly set him apart was his undeniable sense of style. John had a deep passion for fashion, carrying that New York flair with him every single day.

He loved being around family and friends—laughing, smiling, and simply "kicking it." John had a way of leaving an impression on everyone he met, often ending conversations with his signature phrase: "You understand me."

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mozella McNeal; his fathers, Robert McNeal and John Riggins; and his sister, Pauline Kynard McNeal.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving daughter, Casandra Johnson; his brothers, Jerry Johnson, Robert McNeal, Roland McNeal (Tara), and Roger Daniels; his sisters, Denise "Cookie" Wraggs and Tamara McNeal and his beloved grandchildren, Angeline Ochoa, Malakhi Stuart, and Jonathan Stuart. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and dear friends.

The family extends special thanks to Eddie "Tick" King, Peggy Rome, Pearl Patterson, and Reverend Sylvester Rome for their love, care, and support.

John's presence, style, and spirit will be deeply missed but forever remembered.

He lived with style, loved with ease, and left us all with a smile... "You understand me."