Phyliss Andrea (Smith) Johnson age 64, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Friday, May 27, 2011.

She was born on October 17, 1946.

She was preceded in death by her father, Ardell Smith, Sr. Her mother Estella Married Charles Moss, SAr. (deceased), and of this union she was raised from a very young age. She was educated at Howard Roosa Elementary School and Benjamin Bosse High School [1965] in Evansville In.

Phyliss accepted Christ as her Saviour as a small child at Liberty Missionary Bapist Church under the Pastorate of Dr. Charles H. King Jr. She later joined Memorial Baptist Church where she grew with the spiritual guidance of her "loving Pastor and friend", Rev. Adrian Brooks. Phyliss was first employed at the Evansville State Hospital. From there she worked for several other organizations including the Pigeon Township Assessors Office. Turtle Creek Nursing Home, Kraft General Foods, and Emge Meats. She was ultimately hired in the job she most adored serving as Propety Manager at Liberty Terrace Apartments. Here she shared a reciprocated love with tenants for 17 and a half years. She took pride in the appearance of the property and was most excited when it received an award from Operation City Beautiful for its outstanding landscaping and exterior appearance designed and crafted by her own hands. In 1979 she was united in holy matrimony to Charles Richard Johnson, whom she dearly loved. She was a faithful member of the Memorial Baptist Church where she served in many ministries. She sang with Voices of Praise. Her passion and call was working with the youth. She co-Directed the D4J (Dances 4 Jesus) praise dancers. She taught Vacation Bible School and would spend her vacation time chaperoning at out-of-state youth conferences. She was rarely seen without her shadow, great-granddaughter Ni'Ya March. Phyliss was very artistic and known for creativity, Whether fine cuisine or home cooked soul food, her cooking was second to none. She was a perfected seamstress. Not only sewing much of her wardrobe, but she adorned many weddings and proms. She used her sewing talent in service to the church. She made usher board uniforms for Nazarene Baptist Church, children choir robes for Liberty Baptist Church, and baptismal gowning and the dance attire for D4J at Memorial. Phyliss thoughts and opinions were rarely a secret, you always knew where she was coming from, as her thoughts and opinions usually made it to her lips. However, friends never had time to dwell on her candid openness as it would often end with, "By the way. I made you your favorite dish or baked your favorite cake!"

She leaves to cherish many friends fond memories, her husband of 32 years Charles R. Johson; a son Michael Howard; two daughters Tamera Moredock and husband Charles, Desiree Johnson; step daughter Su'Wuan Johnson-Williams of Memphis TN, grand-daughter Lakeecha March; mother Estella Moss brothers Ardell Smith Jr. and wife Patti, and Charles Moss, Jr. sisters Sheila Spencer, Deborah Monroe of Fairfield, Ca and Angie Small; half-brother Anthony Smith and David Harris ; half-sisters, Kimberly Payne of St. Louis, Mo. Sonya Freeman and Gayle Broome both of Indianapolis, Lynne Farmer and Lee Ann Smith; sister-in-law, Delores Freeman and husband Wallace. Additionally she leaves behind six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and many friends.

Funeral services 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Memorial Baptist Church. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Baptist Church Burial in Oakhill Cemetery Rev. Adrian Brooks officiating Mason Brother Memorial Chapel handling arrangements 1001 Lincoln Ave.

May 30, 2011
I appreciate the way Mrs. Phyliss watched out for the my mom and the rest of the tenants in Liberty Terrace. She will be truly missed. May GOD bless you in your time of sorrow.
The Rodgers Family ~ Jesse Rodgers, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Ardell, my prayers are with you and your family...I will let some of the people you were stationed with at Eglin know...they ask about you all the time. Bill Rice and Moses "Woody" Woodard. you can reach me at porter_marian@yahoo.com...Woody would love to talk to you.
Marian "PJ" Porterr, Goldsboro, North Carolina

May 31, 2011
Words fail when a loss comes so suddenly, but I pray for your comfort at this time of grief. I send my deepest sympathies to you, Mrs. Moss, and your entire family.
Laura (Schnautz) Blackburn, Evansville

May 31, 2011
Our prayers go out to the Johnson, Broome and Freeman family.
Boyd & Rice Family, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
My prayers and condolences to Mrs. Moss, Ardell and the family. May God comfort you in this hour of sorrow. No matter when I would see Phyllis, she would always have something uplifting to say and I know that she truly loved her family. I will miss her smile and hugs.
Tonda Pauley, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Prayers to the family of Mrs. Phyliss. Let not your hearts be trouble. I love you Mrs. Estella, praying for you.
Love, Dorothy Moss, Mt. Vernon, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Ms. Phyliss was a wonderful woman. I didn't know her that well but I know Debbie and Lynn. My dad lives in Liberty Terrace and she was always looking out for his best interest. For that my family will be eternally grateful. Our prayrs are with the family during this most difficult time. Only time and God can bring comfort and healing but we hope it helps to know people loved her and we are praying for you. In His Name.
The Chester Dunbar Family ~ Linda Dunbar, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
wendy miller & family, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
GLENNIESIA & JADA BUTLER, EVANSVILLE, Indiana

May 31, 2011
i love you momma and i miss you so much i went to your house on sunday just like we planned of courase it was not the same with your smileing face not present. i went to your room sat on the bed and looked around it was such a calming in there i could feel your presents all around me, you came to me with words of strenth but momma you know i'm weak right now, rest now momma kick your feet up and relax you desearve it to my family god is love and momma had i specail bond for all of us lets keep her spirit alive.
love you momma your daughter, Tammy

May 31, 2011
GRANDMA MY HEART I MISS YOU SO MUCH I STILL CANT WRAP MY MIND AROUND YOU BEING GONE I TRULY DIDNT KNOW WHAT A BROKEN HEART FELT LIKE UNTIL YOU WENT AWAY..I LOVE YOU SO MUCH
LAKEECHA MARCH, EVANSVILLE, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Phyllis was our neighbor and good friend. We spent many days and hours talking, visiting and sharing the Goodness of God on Adams Street. Our children played together, grew up together and attended the same school. Our hearts are saddened and broken. We pray peace and consolation for the family. God Bless and Rest in Peace.
The Ragland Family ~ Karen Ragland, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
To the family and friends of Ms. Phyliss: Since the moment that I walked in the doors of Liberty some 10 or 12 years ago Ms. Phyliss won my heart. I loved her and we shared emails and laughs. Her pressence was still down the halls of Liberty. Know she was loved and will not be forgotten. Another saint who served well. I speak blessings over this family and peace over you all.
Dora Wilson/ Corene Sallee and family

May 31, 2011
Phyliss was such a wonderful Christian woman and friend. When I went through some personal difficulties, she was there with a word of scripture and her own uplifting, confident words of encouragement and shared faith. I know that God placed her there at that time for me. I celebrate her victory at "running the race," knowing full well that she has received the promise of everlasting life through Jesus Christ. May God reward you richly for your Christian service, Phyliss. My condolences to Lakeecha and family for your loss.
Steve Shelley, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
To Family of Phyllis: The Bible tells us we know not the day, time, or hour when our Lord will end this earthly journey, but we should be ready!! Phyllis' journey tells me she was ready!! May that bring you Joy in the midst of your sorrow. My prayers will continue for all of you!
B. Denise Johnson, South Bend, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Heaven has gained a warrior, but earth has lost one..Voices of Praise will miss Mrs. Phyliss, and I will miss working with her in VBS..she always said "wherever you want me I will do it". Praying your strength in the Lord.
Marisa Tidwell, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
TO SHEILA & FAMILY YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY THE THREE OF US HAVE BEEN FRIENDS SEND HOWARD ROOSA YOU BOTH WERE THERE WHEN MY SON PASSED.SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED. TAKE PEACE IN KNOWING THAT WE WILL SEE HER AGAIN. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU & FAMILY. HOLD ONTO GOD'S UNCHANGING HAND HE WILL SEE YOU THROUGH
INGRID (MORSE) GALBREATH, LOUISVILLE, Kentucky

May 31, 2011
My prayers goes out to the family of Phyliss ,I have known Phyliss for a long time, and my heart aches, because I still cannot believe she is gone, God has her now, and she is at peace, God will help the family to heal also, God Bless, and Rest in Peace.
Mrs. Sarah Mobley, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
A mother, a daughter, a wife, an aunt, a sister, a friend. Phyllis was so many thing to so many people. Many people have said "I didn't know Phyllis was your sister." I respond, "She never let me forget it!" She would always remind us that she was the oldest and the first. She will be missed by her family as well as so many others. Let her works speak!
Lynne Farmer, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Our hearts goes out to Phyliss family, God has taken a true angel, we all know God makes no mistakes when he calls us to his Kingdom,Phyliss was a wonderful person and she will trully be missed, Our prayers will be with the family so that you all will heal. Phyliss, God needed you more, may u rest in peace.
Mr. & Mrs. Joe (Keiavon) Wells, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Dear Mrs. Moss and family, The bible tells us that the death of a saint is God's greatest joy. Though no earthly realm can ease your suffering, God can and will ease your pain; by and by. God will heal your pain; by and by.
Love and Blessings, Joan Moore-Mobley, Belleville,IL

May 31, 2011
Johnson, Moss Family. I will truly miss Ms. Phyliss She was a friend, sister and mentor in my life. I will miss her smile, laugh and talking to her every day on her lunch break. When they moved her from Liberty Terrace (725)building they took a piece of each and every one of us but she continued to stop by and stay in touch with her Residents. I Love each and every one of you and let's stay in touch. Let go let God. She's another Angel watching over us.
Sherry (Moss) Lowe, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
God needed a new choir member and HE called on our dear sista, You will be missed but never forgotten, Rest In Peace My Sista, much love to You!
Marisa Knox, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
I am very sorry for your lose, my uncle Ray gunn thought alot about her an loved her in so many ways. Ray talked so much about her and it was all positive so i feel like i no her as well she will be missed!
shannon carden

May 31, 2011
To Llynn and Smith Family. With heartfelt Sympathy What a loss we fell with losing Phyliss. I only knew her a short time on a personal level but just talking to her you would realize she was a child of God. God make us all different people but with the compassionate and caring spirit she had for everyone make her a unique gift she had from God. The love and care she gave to each of the tentants and their family at Liberty Terrace will not be forgotten, she treated them as her family. She loved her family so much and would always speak kindly about them and the work she did at her church. Yes she will be miss and there will be tears but that okay. But cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you. Phyliss is now resting in his arms it was her appointed time to go home. We know that God do not make mistakes. So trust him to give you strenth doing this time. My prayer for the family is that God comfort you today and tomorrow and he comfort you during this difficult time. Remember God heals the brokenhearted.
Helen and Jimmy Farmer

May 31, 2011
Phyliss was part of the General Foods Family~~we worked long hours together and shared many happy memories. Phyliss talked about the Lord and now she is in His presence on Holy Ground. Rest in Peace my dear co-worker and friend.
Marsha Ipock

June 01, 2011
To The Family of Phyllis Smith Johnson, "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints". Psalm 116:15 In these sad moments; we are left feeling lost and devastated. There are many questions; but the biggest one is "Why"? God knows what He is doing; He makes no mistakes; especially of this magnitude. His ways are not our ways and His thoughts are not out thoughts; His ways are perfect and He works all things together for good. Our times are in His Hands. He travels an appointed way. He does all things well. `We cannot be torn from this earth one hour ahead of the time God has appointed and we cannot be detained on earth one moment after God is done with us here on earth. God does all things well. To live is Christ but to die is gain. Phyllis has been promoted; relocated to a better place; instant transport to the celestial city; an early furlough from the battle zone; a release from the burdens of earth; to be with Christ for to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. He is a God of the living not of the dead. God does all things well. While we don't understand all of God's purposes, we must simply leave it there; for the one thing we do know is God does all things well.
In His Love, Min. Cheryl Ricketts, KCMO

June 01, 2011
Ms. Phyliss you were a amazing woman with such a high spirit. You will truly be missed.
MICHA FARMER, NEWBURGH, Indiana

June 01, 2011
Phyliss sent her life serving others I am grateful to have known her.
Kyesha Moredock, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
Phyllis, I will truly miss hearing you sing on Sunday mornings, and working with you within the youth department at Memorial. We were only talking and laughing at youth night Thursday, and Friday you were called home. I pray every day for your family and especially Ni'Ya, I know that she is going to be lost without you here on earth. I hope that she continues to carry the love for the lord that you have shown her, and continues on with her dance in Gods love. I know that you are watching over her. I loved your honest and true spirit, you always took the extra second to say hello, how are you. I know that your death has given me a reminder that tomorrow my not come, so we need to live each day like it is our last. You planted so many seeds in our children and nurtured them thru song, dance, and teaching the word you will live on for many years in the hearts and minds of the youth and your family. I am a better person for knowing you, thank you for blessing me.
Kristie Motley, Evansville, Indiana

May 31, 2011
you've always been apart of my life....whether i was at home, away in the service & even in life apart from the service....u were always there for me...my best friend, my sister we often wondered why u were so hard on us as kids but grandma we thank you...now the seeds you've sown in us will always be with us now even though physically you are not here. you'll look down us from heaven & see that all you taught us was not lost & that you live on not only in our hearts, but also through our words to each other & our works with one another. i remember u telling me, when my granny was called home, "dont worry keturah, i'm grandma now, no i'm not her and maybe we won't do the same things but i'm grandma now". sometimes i never realized just how lucky truly was. i love you & i'll miss your warm smile & your big hugs but its not "goodbye" instead grandma "i'll see you later" hold me a spot on the praise team & in the choir...your legacy & life lessons live on through all the lives you've touched and helped along the way. i'll be like job and wait on the lord & for the day we meet again....i love you & you will be missed
keturah peters, birmingham, Alabama

June 01, 2011
To the Family: As Tammy said, "God Is Love". And Phyliss expressed this in everything she did; especially to me when she sang. From working with Dr. Charles Fold, when she would sing and bake him a cake -every year- up to singing in the Community Choir under the direction of Dr. Kandace Hinton. She now sings in "Heaven's Choir". May God's Love and Peace cover you all during this transition in time. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
 Paulette Ellis and Family, Evansville, Indiana

June 01, 2011
To The Entire Family Of Phyllis, I, as well as my entire family, wish to express our condolences.
Linda Harper-Kenner, Evansville, Indiana

June 01, 2011
To the Johnson Family...I pray that God will continue to give your family peace. Sis. Phyliss was really a wonderful spirit-filled songstress, and she didn't mind letting her light shine. I will miss her. Now Saints let's get right and meet her.
Thomas Family ~ Archie Thomas, Louisville, Kentucky

June 01, 2011
TO THE MOSS / JOHNSON FAMILIES; [SIS. ESTELLE MOSS]. I leave this prayer with you all: I John 5:14 AND THIS IS THE CONFIDENCE THAT WE HAVE IN HIM, THAT, IF WE ASK ANYTHING ACCORDING TO HIS WILL, HE HEARS US. (PHYLLIS WAS A WARRIOR INDEED). BE COMFORTED IN THE LOVE OF JESUS..... BLESSINGS IN HIS NAME!
Brenda Cheaney - {Dulin}, Denver, Colorado

June 01, 2011
My prayers and condolences goes out to the family of Phyliss Johnson, Although i did not know her personally, i knew her as church member who showed up to church every sunday fired up and filled with the holy ghost. I will miss her kind spirit and unconditional love.
Beverly Hildreth, Evansville, Indiana

June 01, 2011
I send my condolences to the family. i only got to meet Mrs. PHYLISS for a short time ,but she showed me nothing but much love. sorry for ur lost
Sue Moss
June 01, 2011
LaDonna Floyd, Evansville, Indiana

June 01, 2011
Dear Johnson family, my prayers are with you. Your mom was quite special to me!
Shawn Humphries, Houston, Texas

June 01, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to Phyliss's family. I feel fortunate to have known Phyliss for many years. Through working with Phyliss at General Foods, we shared many laughs, hard work, receipes, and her great pride in her church and family. She has been taken from us way too soon. Her honesty and courage under any situation is a trait I always greatly admired. Though she will be terribly missed, our heavenly father now has our angel at his side. Rest in Peace dear friend.
Trudy Mills, Evansville, Indiana

June 01, 2011
Charles, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time.
Peter Tullis, Evansville, Indiana

June 01, 2011
Ardell & Family, You are in my prayers, may HE give you comfort in your time of grief.
Monica Butler, Fishers, Indiana

June 01, 2011
my sister phyllis. i had already missed you after i had moved away. we we're youth ministry teachers, vbs teachers, and simply sisters! i will always remember the things you would tell me in raising tooda, you always told me all the new movies to take her to and always had the chuckie cheese coupons for me! you will be truly missed, but i know there is a shout in heaven with your arrival! god bless the family, and love and miss you all.
tish and tooda. warner robins, ga. ~ tish thomas, warner robins, Georgia

June 01, 2011
My Sister Phyllis. I had already missed you after I had moved away. We we're Youth Ministry teachers, VBS Teachers, and simply Sisters! I will always remember the things you would tell me in raising Tooda, you always told me all the new movies to take her to and always had the Chuckie Cheese coupons for me! You will be truly missed, but I know there is a Shout in Heaven with your arrival! God Bless the family, and love and miss you all.
Tish and Tooda. Warner Robins, Ga. ~ Tish Thomas, Warner Robins, Georgia

June 01, 2011
sue moss, reynoldsburg, Ohio

June 01, 2011
Charles, Words cannot express, nor can I begin to understand, your loss. You are in my thoughts and I'll remember you and Phyliss in my prayers.
William Pendleton, Evansville, Indiana

June 02, 2011
Tammy, Michael and Desiree, we all grew up together having so much fun. we all knew ms phyllis meant business, and that she meant well. we are so sorry for your loss. we pray that God will guide you all through this tough time in your lives.
Nino and Dot

June 02, 2011
tammy and family i'm so sorry i wasn't in evansville to tell you how sorry i'm for your loss god bless you all
ebony donahue

June 02, 2011
Charlie,I know right now you are hurting along with the rest of Phyliss' family. I only knew you and Phyliss from the time we spent together at General Foods and I liked you both. You had a good woman, Charlie, and now you have lots of good memories and a chance to work hard to get ready to meet Phyliss again someday. I talked to you just a couple of minutes after visitation and I could feel your hurt. I pray God's blessings on you and all the family.
Larry Nesler, Richland, Indiana

June 02, 2011
We had some fun times at Memorial Youth Night. I could ALWAYS count on Phylis to be there and it was truly a pleasure working with her. She will truly be missed. I will NEVER forget our conversation about the Lay's Potato Chips!!!! It will be in my heart FOREVER!! Praying for the family! John 14:1-3
Debbie Calhoun, Evansville, Indiana

June 02, 2011
Estelle and family, know that I am praying for and with you. God will give you strength to go through this grievous and traumatic time.
Love and prayers, Eula Williams, Evansville, Indiana

June 06, 2011
Deacon & Mother W. Alexander, Evansville, Indiana

June 05, 2011
To our Nieces and Nephews and Tammy. We are so sorry that we were not able to be present in tha time of yall lost. We are so sorry. We know that she has met our mother while they walk around heaven all day she telling my mother all about you and tha kids as she well be missed dearly as they join arms togher and smile as they looking down on us. Pain of losing A Mother is A pain nobody cant explain but We do know how you feel and we are here for yall no matter what time it is We are here for you We are family and we miss you darely much love Love You sister inlaw and we will miss her pretty smile.
Love, Tha Gee Family ~ lashea Gee, LongBeach, California

June 03, 2011
To the family of Phyllis Johnson, I was truly sadded by the news. Phyllis and I became good friends, with Keecha and Brandon, while singing in Memorial's choir, traveling with the youth to Gang Convention in Atlanta, she also made an outfit for me for Anointed Revelation. I know she is singing in the Heavenly as Roger is playing one of our favorite songs:Lord, Lord, Lord, you've been good to me, when I look where you have brought me you sure been good to me. Let me hear you say I am Blest, Phyllis would say Thank you Thank you Thank you Jesus. I just thank the Lord for letting me share time with such a beautiful, spirit filled christian. You will be truly missed but God loved you best and saw the Best in you. Save a seat for me.
Betty Nutt, Daytona Beach, Florida

June 03, 2011
Chaz and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers, take comfort in knowing you now have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Angela Masden, Evansville, Indiana

June 03, 2011
the family is with y'all at time of need we love y'all.
tamara starks, evansville, Indiana