Melvine B. Johnson Obituary (1938 - 2021)

Melvine Virginia Brooks Johnson quietly entered eternal rest on Saturday, April 10, 2021. Born on May 16, 1938 to George and Mary Brooks, Melvine was one of seven children. She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Curtis T. Johnson, Jr.; a sister, Jeannette Brooks; a brother, James R. Brooks, Sr.; and a godson, Cedric "CC" Richardson. She was baptized at First Union Baptist Church in Hanover, at an early age. After marrying Curtis, she joined Swansboro Baptist Church where she was a faithful and active member for more than fifty years. She served as a member of the Swansboro Ladies Usher Board and she proudly served as a trustee for many years. Melvine sang alto in the Swansboro Ensemble and is known for leading many solos, most notably her signature song: "He's An On-time God". Melvine worked for over 30 years as the manager of the Richmond Room at Thalhimers Department Store. She will long be remembered for the way she showed the light of Jesus through her cheerful smile and encouraging words. She is survived by her devoted and caring son, Randy T. Johnson (Sheryl); stepdaughters, Darlene J. Chambers (William), Debra M., and Debbie R. Johnson; one granddaughter, Sylnika "Nikki" Johnson; three grandsons, William "Justin" Chambers (Kyra), Wynton Johnson (Trinity) and Shawn Johnson; three sisters, Patricia A. Brooks, Jacqueline M. Marshall (Tim), and Mary R. Coward; one brother, Alvin Brooks; seven sisters-in-law, Mary Lucy Harrell, Princella Johnson, Berthel Plummer (Marmaduke), Vivian "Diane" Richardson (Alton), Ardelia "Dee Dee" Johnson, Sheila J. Jordan, and Valerie Brooks; one brother-in-law, Sherrel "Man" Johnson (Rose); godchildren, Candace Brooks and James Brooks, Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews and loyal friends. A public viewing will be held on Friday, April 16, 2021 from 9 AM to 6 PM at Mimms 1827 Hull St. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, April, 17, 2021 at 1 PM at Maury Cemetery, 2700 Maury St. COVID-19 protocols will be followed. Please remember to wear a mask and social distance.