Hildra Johnson

Mr. Hildra Johnson, Jr. returned home to be with his Lord on Monday, October 15, 2018. Age 59 years. He was born December 24, 1958 in Fort Campbell, Kentucky to Julie Ann and the late Elder Hildra Johnson, Sr.

After graduating from high school, Hildra joined the U.S. Army in 1977 and served his country for four years. He married Gina Johnson on September 22, 1978; they were married for forty wonderful years. To this blessed union, three children were born; Hildra III, Michael and Cornelius Johnson.

Hildra was a hard worker who took pride in providing for his family. He worked for Kroger for thirteen years and was such a model employee that he was awarded the honor of Associate of the Year in 2001. He excelled at customer service because he was a genuine, kind-hearted person that loved people.

In his spare time, Hildra loved cooking, grilling and fishing. He was a wonderful cook and this was also his profession in the Army. Above all, Hildra was a family man. He took care of his wife, his children and grandchildren. He was a devoted husband, loving father and doting grandpa. His presence among his family and friends will be missed.

Hildra leaves to celebrate his life his loving wife, Gina Johnson; three sons, Hildra III, Michael, Cornelius Johnson; four grandchildren, Kelviohn, Jayla, Ziontay, and new edition baby girl Miaris; many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends; special friend, Donnie Tate.

The family would like to express special thanks to Elder Curtis and Robin Johnson, Bethlehem Temple Church Family, Ivan E. Phillips and the Staff of Paradise Funeral Chapel.