Obituary of Johnny James Washington

WASHINGTON, Johnny James Thomas Edwin December 11, 1960 - November 12, 2007 It is with deep, deep sadness and yet love and peace that we announce the passing of the most beautiful man on earth, who went to be with our loving Lord and his loving parents, Tommy Washington (November 11,1925 - July 2, 1996) and Hazel (Hodginson) Washington (August 24, 1924-January 7, 1998), on Monday, November 12, 2007. Johnny Washington (Wish Wash) was a Niagara Falls native and sports hero. He attended both NFCVI and Stamford High, during which time he was a top athlete in all sports with an extra love for basketball. Johnny earned a basketball scholarship but was prevented from carrying it out due to a severe car accident, resulting in his having to give up any contact sports. He remained an athlete and made his work his work out - forever training, always fit. Johnny loved to laugh and his credo was Keep it Simple. Johnny will never leave the heart of his loving mate, the love of his life and he of hers, Dawna Bacon (St. Catharines) and her entire family, as Johnny was part of us. He is also survived by his daughter Keysha Jesso (Newfoundland), sister Nancy Carley (Fred) Welland, niece Lisa Carley (Chad), Niagara Falls,and a large and loving family of aunts, uncles, and cousins, including Wes Washington and Tracy Walker...and friends, lots of friends. Johnny leaves behind his love and laughter, the peace that his loving soul provides and will always provide to enclose me in the big, strong hug he always had for me. We love him and we will miss him. Johnny's family will receive visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton St., St. Catharines on Friday, November 16th from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 4673 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls on Saturday, November 17th at 10am. Rite of Committal to follow at Lundy's Lane Cemetery, Niagara Falls. If desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciate by the family.