Katerya "Sugar" Johnson

Philippians 1: 21 – 26

“If I live, it will be for Christ, and if I die, I will gain even more. I don’t know what to choose. I could keep on living and doing something useful. It is a hard choice to make. I want to die and be with Christ, because this would be much better. But I know that all of you still need me. This is why I am sure I will stay on to help you grow and be happy in your faith. Then, when I visit you again, you will have good reason to take great pride in Christ Jesus because of me.”

Katerya D’monyea Johnson, affectionately known as “Sugar,” graced this world on Thursday, July 28, 1994. Born to Shalandria Nicole Chisley-Branch and Henry Lorenzo Johnson, her life unfolded with purpose and love. On Sunday, March 3, 2024, Katerya embarked on her next journey beyond earthly bounds.

Motherhood was Katerya’s sacred mantle. With unwavering devotion, she nurtured her two beautiful children, Kyndall and Tristian. Her home echoed with prayers, and her faith in God radiated through every moment. Whether in church or at her kitchen table, Katerya’s spirituality was a beacon of light.

Despite life’s brevity, Katerya achieved remarkable feats, often unseen by the world. Her laughter dispelled sadness and her joy was contagious. She generously shared her time, leaving an indelible mark on those fortunate to know her.

As she continues her journey, Katerya remains rooted in God’s presence. Her kindness and love ripple through the lives she touched.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Gloria Dean Johnson and Roy Lorenzo Smith; great-grandparents, Mildred and Percy Robinson, Roxie and Andrew Chisley; great-uncle, Horace Milton; and uncle, Terrence D. Chisley.

She leaves to cherish her memories: her two beautiful kids, Kyndall and Tristen Johnson; mother, Shalandria Nicole Chisley-Branch and her Husband, Matargeon (Taz) Branch; father, Henry Lorenzo Johnson and his wife , Katrina Johnson; grandparents, Katie Chisley-Jones and Earl Ray Robinson;, grandparents, Arnicie McGee; sister, DeAundria Reed; two brothers, DeAundre Reed & De’Vontae McGee; six aunts, Terri, Carolyn, Tina, Rosalyn, Racheal Johnson, Diane Ellis; four uncles, Kenneth, Robert, Michael Johnson and Roy Smith Jr.; eleven great-aunts, Bessie Lewis, Mary Dade-Frank, Amanda Robinson-Carl, Saverta Ruff, Maple Beston-Albert, Matilda Chisley, Vada Mims Lewey, Faye Kendall-Eddie, Velma Swan-Edward, Martha Reed Willie; two great-uncles, Fredrick Chisley, Percy Robison, Jr; and a host of devoted loving cousins and friends.

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