Martha Jane Rogers Johnson

Martha Jane Rogers Johnson was born on September 29, 1944, in Stockton, CA, to David Rogers and Fronie Blackshire Rogers. On October 31, 1964, in Reno, NV, Martha entered matrimony with her love, Edward L Johnson. Their union was brought together by love and admiration. With this union, they raised three children, DeAndre, Darren, and Kimette. A woman of faith, grace, and endless compassion, she was cherished as a devoted grandmother, loving mother, friend, and generous soul. Martha lived a life anchored in her deep and abiding love for God. A devoted follower of Christ, she could often be heard singing along to her favorite gospel hymns. Her faith was not only sung but lived – through the way she loved, gave, and served others. She was a creative spirit, blessed with hands that could transform simple materials into works of beauty. Whether it was sewing dolls, crocheting blankets, or crafting heartfelt gifts for friends and family, her talent was matched only by the joy she took in giving. Her kitchen was another place of ministry – filled with warm aromas, laughter, and lovingly prepared meals that brought comfort to all who gathered around her table. Professionally, Martha dedicated many years of her life nurturing and caring for children at Midtown Daycare in Fort Worth Texas and Little Brown Bear Daycare in Harrisburg, PA, where she was known for her gentle spirit and joyful presence. She later retired from Keystone Services as a Director, leaving behind not only a legacy of hard work and reliability, but also countless friendships and lives touched by her kindness. She was predeceased by two brothers, David and Joe; her son, DeAndre L. Parker, and her husband Edward. Martha leaves behind one son, Darren L. Johnson (Yvette) of Harrisburg; one daughter, Kimette L. Johnson (Sharon) of Fort Worth, TX; three sisters, Marzetta Stoute, Velma Waller, and Loraine Rogers; eight grandchildren, Benjamin Batie II (Kiara), Jennifer Gaiski (Samuel), DeAndre Parker, Martha Batie, Jocelyn Parker, Dominic Parker, Thalia Johnson, and Marcus Johnson; five great-grandchildren, Kristopher, Zyire, Noemie, Deontre, and Hayven; godchildren, Brooke Holmes-Roberts, Chandra Harris, Kenitha Carey, and Charles Carey; her faith-chosen-grandchildren, Sheri, Rodger, Danny, Vincent, and Kendra; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Submitted in Love and Humble Submission to God’s Will, The Family Interment will be Monday, June 23, 2025, at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CLICK ON THE SHARE A MEMORY TAB TO POST VIDEOS, SHARE MEMORIES, CONDOLENCES, REFLECTIONS OR SIMPLY LEAVE YOUR NAME.

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Martha Jane Rogers Johnson

September 29, 1944 - June 6, 2025