Ernest Johnson, Sr

Ernest “Dump” Johnson, Sr., a retired welder, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at the age of 74. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Ernest was an avid golfer and took great pride in mentoring young boys and girls. Beloved husband of Denise Johnson and the late Gloria Dean Johnson by 1st marriage and Donna Marie Johnson by 2nd marriage. Loving father of Maya Johnson (Errol, Jr.) Williams, Pastor Leander (Sean) Johnson, and Ernest (Annette) Johnson, Jr. Stepfather of Melissa (Troy) Watson, Kyshea Jaquet and Todd (Gina) Jaquet. Son of the late Ruth Mae Hadley. Grandson of the late Ernest DeGruy and Bessie McDaniels Hadley DeGruy. Brother of Robert and Raymond Hadley, Melva Thornton, Donna Jones, Earline McPherson, and Vera Harrison. He was preceded in death by 5 brothers. Nephew of Vernida Hadley Edward, Arthur Hadley and the late Elton Hadley; also survived by 15 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of True Vine Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; members of The Westsiders Golfers Association and Westbank Men of Distinction Club are invited to attend the Funeral Service at True Vine Baptist Church, 249 Sala Ave. Westwego, LA on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 11:00a.m.

Pastor Leander Johnson, officiating Viewing will be from 9:00a.m. - 10:45a.m. ONLY at the above named church. Interment: Christian Social Cemetery-Gretna, LA

Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA

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