In memory of Ernest G. Johnson Jr.

89(R) SR 666 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 666

In Memory

of

Ernest Johnson Jr.

WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close on

April 25, 2025, with the passing of Ernest G. Johnson Jr. of Wake

Village at the age of 80; and

WHEREAS, Born on November 11, 1944, Ernest Johnson was the

son of Ernest Johnson Sr. and Lucille Chumley Day and the stepson

of Alton Day; this patriotic Texan served his country as a

radioman in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War; after studying

math at East Texas A&M University, he enjoyed a long career with

the IT department at Wadley Regional Medical Center and

subsequently with BWI Companies; and

WHEREAS, Deeply devoted to his family, Mr. Johnson shared

a rewarding marriage with his wife, Vivian, that spanned 52

years, and he took great pride in his children, Wade and Joanna;

with the passing years, he had the pleasure of seeing his family

grow to include four grandchildren, Jason, Colby, Austen, and

Carson, and two great-grandchildren, Steven and Luke; his life

was further enriched by his beloved dog, Tex; and

WHEREAS, Sustained by a deep and abiding faith,

Mr. Johnson was a valued congregant of First Baptist Church of

Texarkana; in his leisure hours, he pursued a variety of

hobbies, including camping, jet skiing, and playing ping-pong

and pool; he was also a talented volleyball and softball player

in his youth; and

WHEREAS, Those fortunate enough to have known Ernest

Johnson will remember the way he touched their lives with his

warmth and delightful sense of humor, and he will forever hold a

treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th

Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Ernest G.

Johnson Jr. and extend sincere condolences to the members of his

family: to his wife, Vivian Johnson; to his children, Wade

Johnson and his wife, Connie, and Joanna Fore; to his

grandchildren, Jason Fore and his wife, Lindsey, Colby Fore and

his wife, Samantha, Austen Wood and his wife, Mackenzie, and

Carson Wood; to his great-grandchildren, Steven and Luke Fore;

and to his many other relatives and friends; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be

prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns

this day, it do so in memory of Ernest Johnson.

Hughes

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the

above Resolution was adopted by

the Senate on May 31, 2025, by a

rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate