Eula Marie Johnson
Sunrise: December 16, 1937
Sunset: November 12, 2023
Eula Marie Johnson, the beloved eldest daughter of Thomas J. Johnson Sr and Mamie Osborne Johnson,
passed away on November 12, 2023. She was born and raised in Shannon, MS, and later made her home
in Detroit, MI, where she spent most of her life. In her retirement years, Eula returned to her roots in
Tupelo, MS, where she lived until her peaceful passing.
Eula dedicated over 40 years of her life to a noble career as a nurse in Detroit, MI, tirelessly caring for
the health and well-being of countless individuals. Even after returning to Tupelo, she continued her
work as a nurse, contributing an additional 10 years of her compassionate service to her community.
Eula was a member of the Pine Grove MS Church in Shannon, where her faith was an integral part of her
life.
Eula leaves behind cherished memories and a lasting legacy. She is survived by her nieces and nephews:
Juanita Johnson, Mechelle Johnson, Rosalin Johnson, Keith Johnson, Titus Johnson, Ramona (Chris)
Medearis, Stacy (Kim) Johnson, and Lisa Johnson. Eula also leaves behind one living aunt, Mildred
Osborne, and a host of great and great-great nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends who were deeply
touched by her kindness and love.
In addition to her loving family, Eula was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Mamie
Johnson; sister Rosie Johnson; brothers Tommy Nabors and Thomas "Sonnie" Johnson; as well as
nephews Ronnie Johnson and Tony Nabors.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Eula's devoted caregivers, Regina Sykes, Jackie
Garmon, and LeSha Garmon, for their unwavering support and care during her illness and into her final
days.
In memory of Eula Marie Johnson, may we find solace in the beautiful legacy she has left behind, and
may her spirit live on in the hearts of all those who had the privilege of knowing her.