Lorraine Johnson Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Obituary Sister Lorraine Jewel Lee Johnson was born on September 29, 1938 in Pompano Beach, Florida to the late Deacon John Franklin Lee, Sr. and Sister Lorraine Frazier Lee. Lorraine was affectionately known as “Doll”, a name that was given to her by her grandmother, Pearl Moore because she looked like a doll when she was an infant. Lorraine was educated in Pompano Beach via the Pompano Colored School and graduated from Blanche Ely High School in 1957. In 1952, she was elected the first Homecoming Queen for Blanche Ely. She was also a member of the Blanche Ely High School Marching Band. After graduating from high school, Lorraine attended Florida A& M University (FAMU) and majored in Elementary Education. She met her late husband, Alvin Johnson at FAMU. She graduated in 1961 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education. Upon graduation, she married Alvin Johnson on May 16, 1961. They had two children: Vince and Sharonda. Lorraine was an educator in the Broward County School System and worked at Coleman Elementary and Norcross Elementary. She taught second grade through fifth grade. She was a staunch proponent of education and made sure that both her children and grandchildren knew how to read and write before they started school. Lorraine was a faithful and devoted member of the House of God Church, Pompano #1. In 1974, Lorraine received the Baptism of the Holy Ghost under the leadership of the late Elder B.J. McCormick. Lorraine served on the Senior Usher Board where she served as the Business Manager for many years. She often helped to organize the annual Usher Board Anniversary programs and provided their annual themes. Lorraine was also an active member of the Missionary Department. She spent her time visiting the sick and shut- in the hospitals and nursing homes. She was also a member of the Trustee Board and often provided her vast wealth of knowledge to the Deacon and Trustee Board at the local business meetings. She was a caring, generous, and spiritual woman who always strived to live her life for the Lord. Lorraine was also a member of the Iota Chapter of Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She served many positions within Iota chapter and was a consistent member for over 40 years. She belonged to other organizations throughout the years such as the North Broward Federated Women’s Club. She loved gardening, collecting costume jewelry, and spending time with her grandchildren. On May 23, 2022 and with her family by her side, the Lord called Lorraine home to be with Him. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Morris Lee, and sister, Trial Elder Pansy James. She leaves to cherish the beautiful memories of her life in the hearts of her children: Vince Johnson and Sharonda Johnson; her daughter-in-law, Demeko Johnson; her precious grandchildren: Jakobi Johnson and Vinaya Johnson; her sisters: Joyce Lee Hawkins and Deborah McClover (Stanley); her brother: John Franklin Lee, Jr., a host of nieces, nephews, godchildren, cousins, classmates, and friends. She will truly be missed by all who knew her and loved her

Lorraine Johnson

September 29, 1938 - May 23, 2022