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Nakisha Johnson Obituary

Heaven welcomed Nakisha Marie Johnson, who peacefully departed this world on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the youthful age of 49. Her legacy of love is cherished by her fiancé, Irvin Watson, her devoted mother, Angelia Durbin, and her beloved children, Anthony and Ariane Johnson. Her precious granddaughter, Ti'jae Johnson, will also remember her fondly. Nakisha's memory will be treasured by her brother, William Barkins Sr., sisters Robin Barkins, Monique, and Lakeisha Allen, along with numerous relatives and friends. Nakisha now joins those who preceded her, including her father, Bernard Gaines, great-grandmother Dorthy Charles Durbin, grandmother Yvonne Butler, grandfather William Charles Durbin, brother Robert Barkins Jr., and her grandson, Ace Johnson. Family and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service celebrating her life on Saturday, October 26, 2024, for 10:00 a.m. at Beautiful Zion Baptist Church, 1017 Elmira Ave., New Orleans, LA 70114. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Pastor James R. Williams, and Evangelist Donna Brown, officiating. Interment is private. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 24 to Oct. 25, 2024.

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Hazel nesby

October 26, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

walter tillman

October 26, 2024

To the Johnson Family, Walter Tillman and Lorraine Lagarde are very sorry for your loss. Your family will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

Monica Forrestier

October 25, 2024

To My big brother Will and family.I am so very sorry for your loss.Im praying for u always and send my sincere condolences.

Bernadette Clark

October 25, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Russell Hudson

October 25, 2024

Condolences to the Johnson and Durbin families from Laura and Russell Hudson

Tonio

October 25, 2024

Forever in our hearts we love you black

Demetra George

October 25, 2024

Nakisha and I worked at University Hospital. She was a team member, who could work 7 days a week. I was sorry to hear this news, but she is resting.

Crystal Douglas

October 25, 2024

God just couldn´t wait for you. Get your rest smarty pants. Love Crystal and AJ

Anita Woodley Dennis

October 25, 2024

To Ms. Angela, William, Anthony, Ariane, fiance, and the entire family of Nakisha Johnson!

My condolences and prayers for your peace, comfort, strength, and hope.

I remember Nakisha well, as a kind and hardworking student at L. B. Landry. Years later, I taught Anthony at O. Perry Walker, who was as versatile and hardworking as his mother.

God rest Nakisha's soul in Heavenly peace, and let the perpetual light shine upon her.

Anita Woodley Dennis
Former L. B. Landry Teacher

Mae Cooper

October 24, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Gloria A Coleman-Brown (family)

October 24, 2024

To this family (my family). I am extending my sincere to you all at the "Home going" of their family member. She was such a "Beautiful" soul. I will continue to "Pray" with and continue to "Pray" for you all, during this very "Dim" time in your lives. May her "Beautiful" soul rest in eternal "Peace".

Aleta W Jones

October 24, 2024

My sincerest condolences to Angela, AJ, and the rest of the family. The death of a loved one is hard. May the good Lord give you all peace and comfort. May she rest in peace. Aleta Jones, L.B. Landry

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Beautiful Zion Baptist Church

1017 Elmira Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114

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Memorial service

10:00 a.m.

Beautiful Zion Baptist Church

1017 Elmira Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114

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