Clevon Johnson, born on September 1, 1934, passed away on September 4, 2026 at the age of 92.

His life will be remembered with respect and gratitude by all who knew him, and his memory will remain a lasting presence in the hearts of those who mourn his passing. Mr. Johnson’s long life spanned 92 years, and his legacy is honored with affection and reverence.

Family and friends are invited to gather for Fraternal Rites on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Adams Funeral Services, 510 Stephenson Avenue, Savannah, Georgia.

Visitation with the family will follow from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Adams Funeral Services.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church, 441 East Broad Street, Savannah, Georgia.

Burial will follow at Catholic Cemetery, 1720 Wheaton Street, Savannah, Georgia.

OBITUARY:

Clevon Johnson, retired educator passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026. He was the youngest of 10 children born to Mr. James Johnson and Mrs. Lillian Johnson. All have proceeded him in death, including his twin brother Mr. Vernon Johnson. Clevon was born in Nencemond County, Virginia and moved at an early age to Cambridge, Maryland. He attended Pine Street Elementary School and Mace's Lane High School. He was an honor role student and champion basketball player leading his high school to two state championships. Clevon enrolled in Savannah State College in the fall of 1953. He helped his college team win the SEAC Tournament Championship in 1955. He was a four-year Letterman and graduated Cum Laude in 1957 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry. Clevon entered the military in 1957 and served as a military meteorologist. Clevon began his teaching career as a Physics teacher at Beach High School and later as a Chemistry teacher at Sol C. Johnson High School.In 1968 he received his Master’s Degree in Science from Columbia University. He received his administration and supervision certification through coursework at Georgia Southern University. Clevon served as Assistant Principal at Savannah High School, Principal of Richard Arnold High School, Principal of Tompkins High School and of Haven Elementary magnet school. Clevon retired from the Savannah Chatham County Public School System in 1993. Clevon was a member of the Georgia Association of Educators, Phi Delta Kappa Education Society, and was a Danford Foundation Fellow. Clevon joined Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity while at Savannah State College in 1955. He was also active in many community organizations to include: The Frogs, Inc. social club, The Mules, Inc. (Savannah Chapter), The Wolves, Inc. social club, and the National Association of the Guardsmen, Inc. Savannah Chapter. Clevon married Kathleen Thomas on June 8, 1963 at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church. Clevon was a dedicated member of St. Benedict Church serving his church community in many ways. Clevon Johnson leaves to mourn his beloved wife, Mrs. Kathleen T. Johnson; his niece, Mrs. Teresa McNair of Cambridge, MD; in-laws: Mr. Frederick Bazemore of Little Elm ,TX; Mrs. Frances Calvert (Kenneth) of St. Louis, MO; Dr. Felicia Foster Barnett of Hampton, VA; Mrs. Mary C. Hill of Savannah, GA; and numerous other relatives and friends.The Christian Wake Service will be held for Mr. Clevon Johnson at 6:00 PM in The Adams Funeral Services Chapel. The Alpha Phi Alpha Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM until 6 PM at Adams Funeral Services located 510 Stephenson Ave. Savannah, GA 31405. The Funeral Service for Mr. Clevon Johnson will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 10 AM at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church located at 441 East Broad Street.

May Clevon Johnson rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing to those who knew and loved him.