Mr. Fairfax "Butch" Johnson, Jr

Fairfax "Butch" Johnson Jr. Sunrise: June 30, 1945 - Sunset: November 15, 2022 Fairfax Johnson Jr. was born on June 30, 1945, in Roxboro, North Carolina. He was the youngest of four children born to the late Fairfax and Anna Johnson. Fairfax was affectionately known as "Butch" and "Mr. Fairfax" to family and friends. Fairfax transitioned from this life on November 15, 2022. As a child, Fairfax was raised in Baltimore, Maryland. He received his education in the Baltimore City Public School System. Fairfax relocated to Roxboro, North Carolina and graduated from Person County High School on June 5, 1964. Fairfax was raised in a strong Christian home. Growing up, he attended Shiloh Baptist Church in Edgemere, Maryland. Throughout his life, he prayed daily, read his Holy Bible, and often quoted bible verses. Fairfax enjoyed listening to music and could often be heard humming gospel tunes from his favorite AM radio station. In 1965, Fairfax moved to the Washington, DC area. He started his career working at Saint Mary's Seminary & University and Towson University in Maryland. Following in his big brother's footsteps, Fairfax was later employed with the Pepsi Cola Bottling Company as a Production Worker. Subsequently, he was employed at the Knowlton Condos as a Building Maintenance Technician and the Mendota Apartments as a Liftman. Fairfax was a dedicated employee and took great pride in his work. He valued the opportunity to serve and interact with residents. Over the course of his employment, Fairfax gained many lifelong friendships. Dedicated to his work and friendships, Fairfax did not want to retire. After 30 years of employment, he reluctantly retired in 2010. Fairfax truly valued and found happiness in the simple things in life. He spent his life maintaining daily routines that brought him joy. He started and ended his day watching the sunrise and sunset. He enjoyed watching the news and sports on television. Fairfax would faithfully take walks in his community. He loved to walk to 7-Eleven to get his coffee, soda and a sweet treat. Fairfax was known by family and friends to have a clever sense of humor. His jokes were interesting and very funny. He was quick-witted and knew the exact words to say to bring joy and laughter to those around him. Whenever his family reminisces about his humor, they cannot help but to laugh throughout the entire conversation. Fairfax shared a love for music and singing. One of his favorite songs was "She Use Ta Be My Girl" by the O'Jays. To accompany his love for music and singing, Fairfax was known to keep up with the latest dances of his time which included hand dancing and the Mashed Potato. Fairfax was quick and graceful on the dance floor. Fairfax exhibited an immense love for his family and other people. He was known for being a generous person. Throughout his life, Fairfax always showed a readiness to freely give and show acts of kindness to others. He always expressed his gratitude for the support he received in his lifetime. Fairfax was preceded in death by: loving parents, Fairfax and Anna Johnson, two sisters, Mary Holloway and Bessie Johnson; one nephew, Michael Johnson; one nephew-in-law, Rodrick Covington Sr; and close friend, Robert Jordan Jr. Fairfax leaves to cherish his memory: one loving and supportive brother, Claybon (Rita) Johnson; one brother-in-law, Wharton Holloway; four nieces, Jackie Covington, Stephanie (Eloy Ramos) Holloway, Shante and Sherice Johnson; two nephews, Mandrell (Michelle) Johnson, Malik (Tiffany) Johnson; close friend, Frank Danser; and a host of great-nieces, great-nephews, and other relatives and friends. A public viewing will be held on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Pope Funeral Home, 5538 Marlboro Pike Forestville, MD 20747; services will begin at 11:00 AM. Any form of condolence (cards, letter, flowers, etc.) should be forwarded to Pope Funeral Home

Mr. Fairfax "Butch" Johnson, Jr

June 30, 1945 - November 15, 2022