Willie James Johnson

January 7, 1958 - February 16, 2019

Willie James Johnson, known as BABY, was born January 7, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois. Baby was the youngest of two children born to Rev. Henry Johnson Sr. and Lela Johnson (Ward). He was raised in Chicago and attended Parkman Elementary and DuSable High School. Baby gave his life to Christ at early age. He was employed by Waste Management until he became ill. Baby was the beloved father to Keshia Hollister, his only child. He loved his mother, daughter and loved spending time with his grandchildren. Baby was a very strong and independent man right down to the end. Willie touched the lives of people with his smile and generosity, and maintained his trademark sense of humor all the way to the end. He loved cooking, his specialty was his famous fried chicken. On February 16, 2019, Willie Johnson passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with his illness. He was preceded in death by his parents Rev. Henry Johnson Sr. and Lela Johnson. Baby will forever be remembered by his beloved daughter Keshia Hollister; his treasured grandchildren Lextius Dixon, Lavonte Hollister and Lakiya Hollister who will dearly miss her grandaya; three great grandchildren Kyrie, Kamayah and Kamryn Dixon; one special sister Helen Johnson; his devoted brother Henry Johnson Jr. (Ilene); one special niece Channel Johnson; two nephews Javon Johnson and Rev. Jason Johnson (Kay); one uncle Cater Minnis; two godsisters Sandra and Gena Ansley; in addition to a host of caring cousins, and countless other friends and family whom were blessed to know him.