Lillian E Johnson

Lillian Elaine Johnson, 74 of Binghamton, New York passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 29th following a four-year battle against metastatic breast cancer. She was pre-deceased by her parents Spencer and Alberta Johnson, her brothers Wilbert, Spencer, Clarence, James and George, sister Joan Loving, nephew Joseph Bowls, great-nephews Brian Argro and Kelvin Johnson.

She leaves a legacy to cherish her memories, children Tina (Todd) Morrison, Anthony (Gladys) Washington, Juanita (Dwayne) Cunningham and Paul Graham, sisters Helen Johnson and Barabra Graham, sister-in-law Merdie and Suzanne Johnson. Grandchildren Neisha, Nykisha, Tuanita, Dayshawn, PreAsia, Aliyah, Tyrease, Lajae, Isaiah, and Roland. Great-Grandchildren Justice, Noel Jr, Elainah, Caleb, Nova Lynn, Na’Cari, Nyla, Akera, Nio’Vontae, Jru and Nameir. She also leaves behind nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and colleagues who loved and adored her.

Lillian was born on April 14, 1949, in Richmond, Virginia but lived her life in the Binghamton, NY area. She graduated from Binghamton Vocational Central High School in 1967, upon graduation the entire class went to New York City, and she wore high-heel spike shoes to walk those streets. She was a resolute and selfless worker for the Binghamton City School District for about two decads before retiring in 2019, the hallways of Binghamton High School will never the same. She loved and respected the staff and students alike. During her tenure at Binghamton High School, everyone felt her presence, always a helping hand when needed, goes beyond for anyone but firm when clearing the hallways and bathrooms after the bell. Her generosity toward the students by gifting students with their Senior yearbooks.

Lillian had unwavering faith in the Lord and was not afraid to display it. She would refuse rides so she could pray while she walked for the community. Hearing her say “I am being obedient to the Lord, and this is what he wants me to do.” Lillian was highly favored as a child, one that involving her receiving a ride to school after telling her sisters there’s a rat being in her stomach and them asking the question of “how did it get in there, from the front or the back?” because she didn’t want to walk to school. Lillian brought a printer so she could print those she would pray for and annotate daily in her home. She is now in the presents of her Lord and Jesus Christ whom she loved and dedicated her life too. She was one of the great ones and profoundly missed.

The family would like to thank Lourdes Hospice and UHS Oncology for their dedication and devotion to our mother’s care.

Message to our family:

With the passing of our sister, Lillian Johnson marks a moment of reflection into our lives together. We had our share of sibling rivalry, but disrespect and animosity never existed amongst us as sisters. The loss of our baby sister is devastating because we rally around her especially when our mother passed away. Remember life brings trials, tribulations, and disappointments. Only family support, unconditional love and unweaving respect will assist us in conquering these situations. Allow her devoted love for all of you, to challenge you to forgive, work through issues and move forward as a united family. One day our eyes will forever close; think about the connections you make and want to be a support system for your grieving family.