OBITUARY
John-L Johnson
June 17, 1942 – February 14, 2021
John-L Johnson of Douglass passed away February 14, 2021 in Nacogdoches at the age of 78. He was born June 17, 1942 in Lufkin, Texas, to parents Elaine Johnson and J.L. Johnson.
Mr. Johnson was a graduate of Calhoun High School in Seadrift, Texas. He proudly served his country in The United States Navy where he learned his skills as a software developer. In 1969, he started his own software development company called Concept Omega and it now operates today as Thoroughbred Software International. John was responsible for developing a software language called IDOL. He enjoyed traveling in his motorhome, talking politics, and watching westerns. He was also a member of American Legion Post 86.
Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Alice Marie Johnson Logue; grandson, Ryan Schaeffer; and nephew, Mark Canada.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Kathleen Johnson; daughters, Dawn Creswell and Sheila Johnson; son, Scott LeBleu; and sister, Janece Sulephen.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 4, 2021, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel with the funeral service to begin at 2:00 p.m. Pastor Mike Parks will officiate. Interment will follow at White Fence Cemetery in Douglass.
Serving as pallbearers will be Scott LeBleu, Rick Wilson, Peter Fernandez, Terry Morse, Jake LeBleu, and Johnny Hudson. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Creswell and Ross Gorman.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (cmtausa.org), American Diabetics Association, or the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, Nacogdoches.
Services
| 4 March |
Visitation1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors |
| 4 March |
Funeral Service2:00 pm Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors |
Memories
John-L Johnson
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ADD A MEMORYLinda Furka
March 3, 2021
My Uncle Johnny had a unique gift of making you feel like you belonged. Every summer while I was growing up I spent the summers with him and Aunt Kathy. I always felt like I was his daughter and just not his niece. He always showed me the love I needed that I didn't get from my father and for that I will always be thankful. Uncle Johnny you will be missed. Rest in Peace and see you later. 😢💕
Frank Creswell
March 2, 2021
James Buck
March 2, 2021
I worked for John-L several years back. He taught me several things over the years I was employed by him. He was an amazing man. I enjoyed working for him he honestly treated me as if I was family. Thank you John-L for everything that you taught me and for making me feel like I was part of your family
Karen Canada
March 2, 2021
John-L
I will always remember you’re love of Country and of my family. You were always there to tell a story, teach from example or offer a kind word. When my family needed you most you were there. Go rest high on that mountain and sit and have more wonderful conversations with Mark. You will forever be missed.
Stacey Raisanen
March 2, 2021
Many years of good memories. John-L would stop and take me & kids to supper when in Bay Area in the 80s and then spent a few Easters with him and family at the ranch. Those holiday trips were made so special by family. John-L was one of dad's favorite cousins and he had lots of good memories that he shared with us. We will carry all of you in our hearts and prayers.
Janece Sulphen
March 2, 2021
my dear sweet brother, I don't know how to say good-bye so I will say until we meet again. We shared 78 years together and left each other with many memories to reflect on. You were my hero through the years of doing business with you and you always gave me the long end of the stick. I will miss you every day of my life and pray you are with our love ones who have gone before.
Thanks for the memories and I want you to go rest high on that mountain.
Love you, Sis
Amber Daniels
March 1, 2021
With his two great grand daughters, Presli & Ava
debbie gorman
February 28, 2021
debbie gorman
February 28, 2021
debbie gorman
February 28, 2021
debbie gorman
February 28, 2021
Dawn Johnson
February 27, 2021
Last Christmas with us in 2020
Dawn Johnson
February 27, 2021
The last Thanksgiving with his sister and brother in law
Ruth Lerro
February 27, 2021
I knew John L for a long time. The whole 54 years he was married to my sister, Kathy. I have never known such an ambitious, hard-working, intelligent man as John L. He was always creating or going to create a company or business or something he had thought of. Always thinking and always a person to converse with on any subject. I will miss him on my visits to the ranch. We will all miss him.
Tricia Bottema
February 27, 2021