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JOHNSON, Sherman Lee, 56, of Tampa passed away on November 26, 2017.
He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Brenda; his devoted children, Sherman Lee Johnson Jr., Brandon Tre’ Johnson, and Kiara Sheri’ Johnson; mother, Laura, father, Albert (deceased), sisters, Darlene Williams (Ron), Laureen Lewis (James), Dorothy Yvonne Moye (Michael), brother Hildreth Johnson; mother in law, Letha, sisters in law, Mattie (Bobby), Grenda, brother in law, Kent and many other extended family members and close friends.
He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy.
Born and raised in Kinston, N.C.; Sherman and Brenda came to the Tampa Bay area in 1985. Sherman was a civil engineer who worked for several firms with which he worked on major projects such as US 19 at Ulmerton Road (Greiner), Tampa Airport (Greiner), US 19 at SR580/Countryside (Greiner), John’s Pass Bridge (Greiner), Hillsborough Ave. Hillsborough River Bridge (Greiner), I-275 at Big Island Gap (URS), Airport Interchange (URS), I-4/Crosstown Connector (Johnson-Adams), Ulmerton Road (HDR), Crosstown Expressway Gandy Extension (Lochner).
Sherman was a dedicated coach of both baseball and softball for 20 years. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, watching sports and spending time with family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 12-5pm on Saturday, December 2 at the Blount & Curry, Oldsmar/West Hillsborough Chapel, 6802 Silvermill Dr., Tampa. A graveside service with military honors will take place at 11:30 am on Monday, December 4 at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell where he will be laid to rest. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Jimmy V Foundation for Cancer Research.
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Stuart Raney
My thoughts and prayers go out to Brenda and the entire Johnson family. while it has been many years since I have seen Sherman, i have so many great high school memories. Sherman you will be missed. Brenda, I wish you some peace and strength during this difficult time, but know that Sherman is now resting in peace and is no longer suffering as he is now in God's hand.
Peace and love
Stuart Raney
Joseph Murphy
Brenda,
The legacy of Sherman's greatness will continue. A history for all times. May you and the family know the plans God have for you. The power of Love is for an appointed time and season, and often refined at moments like these. Faith, Hope, and Love be your guide through this day and forevermore. Continue to remember flowers fad, and grass withers, but God's amazing grace brings peace in the mist of tests and trails. I do appreciate seeing ya'll at the class reunions. May God's peace and love keep your heart established and rooted at all times. Remember God said, "He will never leave you, nor forsake you." Blessings, Joseph (Skeet) Murphy
Caroline Cauthen
My heart is breaking for the family of Sherman. It is so painful to imagine the loss. Sherman was a special and unique person who was unforgettable! I remember our Chorus teacher at KHS Mrs. Epps, telling us that "the good die young". That has been proven true with the loss of Sherman.
My thoughts and prayers to you, Brenda, and the entire family.
Love,
Caroline
Sheila Holmes (Fruster)
My heart is heavy over the loss of such a special person, friend and classmate. Sherman has touched the lives of many and we know God has chosen you to be with Him in heaven. Your smile will forever be in my heart. My prayers go out to Brenda, the children and all family members during this time of bereavement. My the hands of the almighty God comfort and keep you.
Love,
Sheila Holmes Fruster
John Grimes
Sherman Johnson's family and friends, sorry for your loss. Haven't seen Sherman since graduation but I always wanted to dribble a basketball like him, man he could dribble. Prayers for the family.
STEVE WHITE
John Grimes
My heart is heavy, but I am so proud and grateful for the life lived and the example Sherman set by our dear brother and classmate. A life of integrity, love for family and one of strong faith. Although KHS '79 is scattered all over the US and world, we remain closely connected. So when one of us is hurting all of us feel the pain and grief. Stay strong my sisters, Brenda and Grenda and the entire Johnson family. Rely on your faith, family and friends to sustain you as you transition without the physical presence of our dear brother. Hold on to the memories for they soon will overcome the pain.
Love y'all...
Desdemona " Karen Lewis" Faison KHS '79
Wade Cox
Our hearts and prayers go out to you Brenda and Johnson family. I will always remember Sherman as a fiercely competitive teammate. The kind of person that you wanted on your team who was tenacious. I am so glad I was able to connect with him during the 35th High School Reunion. I was able to thank him for bailing me out of almost losing a Durham Sun Holiday Tournament game with my late game turnover. He was able to draw a charge and to sink 2 free throws with 1 second left to seal the win. We have no words for the sadness we feel and the friend that we all will miss terribly. We love you all. Wade Cox and family
Kent Cummings
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. Sherman was one of the kindest souls I ever knew Heaven gained more Kindness and Love ❤️
John Grimes
My memory of Sherman Johnson was as a naturally skilled basketball player and all around nice guy. He married one of the nicest girls from our class (Brenda Grimes) after high school, and they were truly made for each other. I am tremendously saddened to learn of Sherman's passing, and I would like to express my deepest condolences to Brenda and all of the Johnson family.
Gregory Koonce
Norbert Andre' Hopkins
My prayers go out to Brenda and the entire Johnson and Grimes Families. I first found out when my Mother texted me last Sunday. When she texted me a second time to see if I had received the information, my response to her was "Yes I received it but I haven't been able to stop crying." Part of it was I reflected on how awesome of a brother Sherman was. The man was always a class act, intelligent, witty, friendly, competitive, and just plain fun to be around. Part of it was my empathy for the situation. You see I have three daughters. I began to reflect how devastated and difficult that would've been on my wife and daughters had I been the one called home by our Heavenly Father. Not only that, I thought about the Scriptures where it says "rejoice with those who rejoice and we should carry/share one another's burdens." Finally, I thought about the close bond and the love we in the Class of 79 have for each other. It is a genuine love that is indescribable, with no limits nor boundaries. We loved Sherman. It wasn't because he was the star basketball player in high school, but because of the man of integrity that he was.
I'm so glad Sherman was able to attend the 35th reunion and mingle with us. He was just as fun and mild-mannered then as he was in high school. My prayers go out to Brenda and know that we love you and are here for you. Same holds true for Grenda and the children. I know that Sherman's legacy will delve far into the future by what he has deposited in the children. Carry on the Johnson legacy. We his classmates of Kinston High Class of 1979 are a better class and are better individuals because of Sherman Lee Johnson. For that my brother I thank you. Rest in Heavenly peace!