Sarah Irene Lewis Johnson
November 8, 1922 ~ July 26, 2022
Sarah Irene Lewis, 99, passed peacefully on July 26, 2022. She is remembered as wife of 54 years to the late James O’Neal Johnson, Sr.; mother of James, Jr., Cynthia, Stephanie Suzanne, Dan and Matty; mother-in-law of Tim; grandmother of Justin O’Neil; daughter of the late Olin and Viola Turner Lewis and friend of too many to name.
Sarah is an original Lander Lily graduate. She was a registered nurse who trained at the MacCloud Infirmary in Florence, South Carolina.
Sarah was the published author of Manna Bits; Butter Fly Days; A Time Remembered, her memoir of growing up number ten of twelve on a farm in coastal South Carolina and Pomegranates, a devotional. A prolific poet and substantive writer on an impressive catalogue of biblical topics, she was a renowned Christian teacher to multiple generations of students. She further expressed her emotional depth thru her painting. Her landscape and barn oils were highly coveted along with her bird and animal portraits.
Beautiful, talented, and wise with a wicked sense of humor, Sarah was a highly sought-after companion and confidant throughout her life. She was known to have “A Hotline to God” as a prayer warrior. She was always available to pray, console, admonish and love all who sought her counsel.
A few final thoughts: Sarah’s daily hot biscuits floated off the plate, she owned and played her harmonica and piano (in case you thought she was above it all, she could whip out a boogie woogie on the piano in a hot second) and always, always gardened in a skirt.
Her family and friends are eternally grateful for Sarah’s life. Our gratitude is profound for her son Dan, who empowered and enable her to live in her home until her gentle private passing.
Visitation will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA on Friday, July 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 10am at Fairfax Memorial Park.
Sarah is an original Lander Lily graduate. She was a registered nurse who trained at the MacCloud Infirmary in Florence, South Carolina.
Sarah was the published author of Manna Bits; Butter Fly Days; A Time Remembered, her memoir of growing up number ten of twelve on a farm in coastal South Carolina and Pomegranates, a devotional. A prolific poet and substantive writer on an impressive catalogue of biblical topics, she was a renowned Christian teacher to multiple generations of students. She further expressed her emotional depth thru her painting. Her landscape and barn oils were highly coveted along with her bird and animal portraits.
Beautiful, talented, and wise with a wicked sense of humor, Sarah was a highly sought-after companion and confidant throughout her life. She was known to have “A Hotline to God” as a prayer warrior. She was always available to pray, console, admonish and love all who sought her counsel.
A few final thoughts: Sarah’s daily hot biscuits floated off the plate, she owned and played her harmonica and piano (in case you thought she was above it all, she could whip out a boogie woogie on the piano in a hot second) and always, always gardened in a skirt.
Her family and friends are eternally grateful for Sarah’s life. Our gratitude is profound for her son Dan, who empowered and enable her to live in her home until her gentle private passing.
Visitation will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA on Friday, July 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 10am at Fairfax Memorial Park.
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We remember many special church outings with your Mom and Dad, including a tour of the National Cathedral which we will never forget. Bless you all, with love and prayers, Jim and Marty Freeman
Dear family, My name is Vernetta Howard. I met Sister Sarah at Way of Faith church. We became friends and confidants of each other. I treasure her example of unrelenting faith, hope, love and courage.
Our deepest sympathy to all of your family. Your Mom was a dear friend, prayer partner, teacher and mentor who shared her love for the LORD and her wisdom with each one in our family. We are so grateful that she was a part of our lives. We all loved her very much. May the Holy Spirit bring comfort to each of you and carry you thru the days ahead.
Dan & family, Very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. There was never a time upon entering your home that your mom’s smile and pleasant hello will always be a fond memory during our high school years. May God bring comfort and continued blessings to you and your siblings. Derek Beck
Ms. Johnson was one of the sweetest and most faith-filled people you could ever meet. She always had a kind or encouraging word and prayed constantly for God to move mightily in her friends and family’s lives, and as such could not help but positively impact others all around her. She will be greatly missed. We pray for comfort for your family in this time.