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22 hours agoLaKeyshia Rochelle Johnson Service - May 9
Viewing: Fri 5-8-2026 Peoples FH 12pm-7pm 1122 Mulberry Street, Denton, Texas 76205Service: Fri 5/9/2026 11am St. Andrews COGIC 608 Lacey, Denton, Texas 76205 Reflections of Life for LaKeyshia Rochelle JohnsonAugust 4, 1981 – April 28, 2026On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, LaKeyshia Rochelle Johnson departed this earthly realm and entered into eternal rest after the call of her Heavenly Father. Known affectionately as “Keyshia,” she was born on August 4, 1981, in Denton, Texas, to Nathaniel Johnson Jr. and Rochelle Pitts. She was the eldest of nine children.Surrounded by her grandparents, the late Mother Dorothy Pitts, the late Minister Nathaniel Johnson Sr and Dessie Johnson, Keyshia felt an overwhelming sense of joy and contentment. Her heart overflowed with an uncontainable delight every time she basked in the warmth of their loving presence. Their unwavering love and support profoundly impacted Keyshia’s heart, lifting her spirit and nourishing her soul. Their unconditional love, care, warmth, and presence in Keyshia’s life were precious gifts she deeply cherished and held in the highest regard.Keyshia's incredible journey of song began at a tender age, nurtured by the loving mentorship of her "PawPaw", the late Minister Nathaniel Johnson Sr. She joyfully accepted Christ at an early age under the inspired leadership of Pastor TJ Denson Sr. of Macedonia Baptist Church. Her passion for ministry only grew stronger. Her heart's desire was the Youth Choir, where she flourished under the nurturing guidance of Cheryl Thompson and Rebecca Leaper, as well as the Youth Ministry of Macedonia.Keyshia's passion for music persisted throughout her academic tenure. During her elementary school years, she was afforded the remarkable opportunity to participate in “The Texas Girls’ Choir,” traveling internationally to perform in Switzerland and singing for the late Queen Elizabeth II.During her high school years, she continued to harness her remarkable and beautiful voice in the Denton High School Choir. Keyshia was also nominated for Homecoming Queen and actively participated in the Youth Defense Attorney program for the City of Denton. Keyshia graduated from Denton High School as a proud member of the Class of 1999.She continued her educational pursuits by attending North Central Texas College in Gainesville, TX. In the fall of 1999, Keyshia later pledged the Krimson Kourt Inc - KKI, crossing over December 5,1999. Her Line Name was “17 Distinctive Diamonds of a New Era”. Keyshia was “15 klub” and called herself “KHAOS”. Keyshia worked for a nursing home for several years and was later employed with Denton ISD Transportation from 2007 to 2022.In February of 2007, she was blessed to have the love of her life, a precious gift, a cuddly baby boy, Aayden Cole Johnson. They were inseparable and their bond was truly unbreakable!Through the many challenges Keyshia faced in her life, she remained radiant. She always aspired to spread joy and laughter to everyone she encountered. Her light, love and laughter always illuminated the room.Keyshia, we will miss your incredible, amazing, and anointed voice singing your signature song “His Eyes on the Sparrow.” We love you and your presence will be deeply cherished!Keyshia is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather Minister Nathaniel Johnson Sr. and her maternal grandmother Mother Dorothy Pitts.Keyshia leaves to cherish precious and loving memories of her life: son Aayden, parents: Nathaniel Johnson Jr. (Aundrea) and Rochelle Pitts-Williams (Victor “Uncle PaPa”); paternal grandmother: Dessie Johnson; siblings: NaKeyia Long (Adrian), Jimeace Coleman, Stedmon Pitts, Ashley Johnson, Cameron Johnson (Malerie), Michael Marshall, Tevin Young Keyaira Pitts El Ghouat (Wassin), Nyja Johnson; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, God-Parents, and friends.
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22 hours agoWilliam Craig Young Service - May 9
Viewing:Fri 5-8-2026 Peoples FH 12pm-7pm 1122 Mulberry Street, Denton Texas 76205Service: Sat 5/9/2026@2p Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. 105 S Wood Street. Denton Texas 76205William Craig Young age 71 transitioned on April 29, 2026 in his home in Detroit, Texas, surrounded by his wife and granddaughter Clara.Born to Thomas Young and Dimples Scruggs in Chicago, Illinois, on March 20, 1955. William spent his early years traveling to Oklahoma with his uncle Al and wife, Bernice. visiting his relatives and his grandpa, Papa Shang Young, whom he loved dearly.William's aunt, Mattie Brown, and family were instrumental in his upbringing, nurturing him in strong faith and fostering a relationship with God at an early age. Carolyn Creamer and Margie Banks were also instrumental in mothering William. William’s father, Thomas Young, along with his uncles, his older brother William Ray Young II, and his special cousin and best friend, Dwayne Earl Zarkoft Brown, instilled in him daily guidance and strong values.William attended Chicago Public School and continued his education at area colleges to pursue his engineering degree. He later furthered his education in other studies at Paris Junior College in Paris, Texas.William was married at an early age under the command of his grandmother, Clara Scruggs. Four children were born into this unity: Miyoshi, Tamika, Cherie, and Alfred Young. William was young but devoted to caring for his family. Williams' time alone in silence with prayers and living alone led him to what he prayed for: the woman who is now his wife of 48 years all thanks to God and his sister, Toya. William Young IV was born into this unity. William was a caring and devoted dad to Cassu, Cadris, Terri, and Tori. He also fathered a child in his later years, Wesley Adams, whom he didn't get to know as well as he liked and wanted.Professionally, William held many management positions in various businesses and received several awards and certificates. William retired from Central Gulf Railroad, having held many positions in state and out-of-state field service railroad work.William and his family moved to Texas in the early nineties. He always wanted to be a rancher to see what country living would be like. He established a green acre farm, raising chickens, cows, emus, goats, horses, roosters and other common animals.William was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Young, and mother, Dimple Scruggs. Brother Thomas Young jr and daughter Cherie Young. Other loved ones he cared for were Minkus Simmons, Marcel O'Neal, Tori Washington jr, and William Caleb Young V.William is survived by his loving wife, Rebis, and sons William jr, Alfred, and Wesley. daughters Miyoshi and Tameka.Bonus sons special to him were Lil Bobby Williams, Brandon Blue, Craig Young, and special grandsons Malachi, Cadris jr, Montae, and Ryan. special granddaughters: Clara (whom he raised) Brittany, Dejah, Jada, Ava, laurielle and princess Taliyah.He is also survived by his extended family, who cherished him as a son and brother including his mother-in-law, Madea (Christine), and his brothers, Sunny, Ed, Diron, and Fee-Fee. sisters, Jackie, Pontee, and Kassie.He had twenty-three grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. He cherished the relationship he had with his longtime buddy and brother George Page. He loved his nephew William (Tuffy) Young. cousins James (shorty) Scruggs, Lincoln Scruggs, Michael Wafford and Ulysses Wafford.William enjoyed comradery with his friends, Bates, Clark, Herc, and Tim barbecuing, fishing and hunting.William will be greatly missed by everyone who loved him. His love, strength, and kindness will live on in the lives he touched and the family he cherished.Acknowledgements: The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and condolences, a special thanks to all participants. May god continue to bless and keep you in his good graces.
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