Gordon "Leon" Johnson Jr.

Gordon “Leon” Johnson Jr. (60), passed away on Tuesday April 27, 2021, after a brief battle with an aggressive form of cancer. He was born to parents Gordon Johnson Sr. and Linda Johnson on January 28, 1961 in Newport News, VA. Leon had a love for cars which became his profession, ultimately leading to a career of over 24 years at WJCC Schools Transportation, where he created life-long friendships. Leon was described as a “Man of many crafts, Jack of all and master at many”. He enjoyed weight lifting with his son, a good cold beer, a love for loud music, and spending quality time with his family and friends. Leon is survived by the mother of his children, AnneMarie Johnson; his children, Zachary Johnson, Olivia Johnson, Nicole Copp (Terry Casin), and Daniel Copp; five grandchildren, Camren, Brianna, and Layla Casin, Aiden and Evan Copp; parents, Gordon and Linda Johnson; siblings, James (Jimmy) Johnson, Patience Hinson (Dave), Raleigh (Bubba) Johnson, and Dennise Hochenedel; as well as his beloved pets, Remy and Kiki; and many other family and friends who loved him dearly. The family will welcome friends and relatives from 3-5PM at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd, Williamsburg, VA on Saturday, May 1st, 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the VCU Massey Cancer Center, Box 843042, Richmond, VA 23284 (www.masseycancercenter.org) at your discretion. Online condolences may be shared at www.nelsenwilliamsburg.com.