In Loving Memory
Sean Martin Johnson
Sean Martin's Life Story
Sean was the youngest of 4 children, born to Darette Effonia Johnson. His siblings, named David Johnson, Anthony Johnson and Charlene Johnson.
Tragedy played a part in Sean’s early life, as the passing of his mother, meant all siblings were separated at a very young age. Sean and his brother David were kept together and went into the care system.
Sean possessed a somewhat wild spirit, and many referred to him as defiant even from such a young age. Sean also possessed a charm, there was a real appeal, charisma about him. He was very smart, had a thirst for knowledge and was always reading.
When he entered his early teens, it was clear that his rebellious nature had taken hold and it was evident that he was showing signs of mental health issues. At this stage it is most unfortunate that Sean was not given access to the help he clearly needed.
Sean was clearly very unhappy at this point and went on to have many brushes with the law through his late teens and his early twenties. Sean served his time and was committed to reform and getting back onto the right path, an honest path, that would see him thrive as a father and he endeavoured to lead life as a good role model for his children.
Later in his adult life his mental health declined quite rapidly, and illness took hold. He became withdrawn and would be somewhat elusive. Many were there for Sean and so many others tried to support him. Efforts were impounded by the fact that Sean would often disappear for periods of time and it would be difficult to track him down.
What is clearly apparent, is how Sean touched the life of so many. He is referred to as ‘family’ not just by his relatives, but also, by his many friends. His energy, his cheeky smile and loving nature are but a few of the many characteristics that drew people to Sean. He will be dearly missed.
Funeral Details
Croydon Crematorium- East Chapel
Tuesday 10th August 2021
9:45am – 10:15am
Wake
Condolences & Memories
(6)my god don’t even no we’re to start or say hense why it took me so long to even right on here but I no and you no there was a never a day you couldn’t ring or message me and Facebook and my what’s app not the same with you belling me of and messaging me i can’t get my head around this only spoke to you the night before we spoke mostly everyday and bro when you was on our estate me and goonie see you everyday without fail my god you no we’re to come you new who ur friends were and believe me I will never forget our karaoke nights and you making lou sing all the adel songs lol and me and raping to p diddy I told you that my funeral song and you was like no way it’s mine and my. Brother and you rapping to it and don’t even get started about angel cause I no your up there laughing at me and watching over us all and I promise I make sure becca got that smile on ur face when we lay you to rest on Tuesday sean ur crazy fcuking neighbour come out and triped down the stairs and you no who I’m about and I was on FaceTime to becky I no u was there laughing at me it’s hard walking pass the flat I’ve had to go long way round cause of angel she keeps screaming at ur flat doors we’re she use to pressing ur buzzer lol I’m so glad i met ur sister oo yes sean I met ur sister I out side ur flat and I no ur sitting there witnur hands on ur head and angel pulling ur berd saying yuk and high five she try nick ur flowers out side and run of I no u was there laughing so glad to hear back from you from my reading and my god ur sister noes ur sorry And Sean took me days to right on here cause believe me our nights and memories are gonna stay with me and ur sister got so many photos and videos but u promised me not to post on Facebook but asked me to send to Becky look after my Archie seany boy til we meet again on the other side ✝️✝️
You left a hole in our hearts the day you and David had to leave our home. You were our family from the moment you stepped into our house. There was just something about the pair of you that struck us all and I hope you know how much we all loved you, though it was such a long long time ago. Your cheeky smile will stay in out memories always. Rest easy Sean and fly high. With love Anne, Gareth, Joanne, Theresa & Sarah Xxx
Dearest Sean, My not so little, little brother. When you passed, you took a piece of my heart, I don’t know how I will get by without you. I long to hear your voice, to feel your bear hugs and to scold you for losing yet another phone. When I look at my daughter, (your niece Amelia), I see your face, she has that same cheeky grin! I have always laid red roses on our mum’s grave as you would ask me and tomorrow, when I say my final farewell, I will be laying red roses for you I hope our brother David and I have done you proud. Keep shining and dancing in heaven, my Seany.
I miss you…I will always love you..I remember the cosmo trips and you would do your little shuffle dance making more room for more food and the constant red cap or red shoes you adored so much…my heart feels torn, you were amazing and you never failed to make me smile x I will see you once again when it’s my time, you were taken too soon but I know this isn’t the end seany
Coming up two years sean, where has the time gone, you was an amazing father to our two kids, the bind you and lil had was amazing, and everyone that saw you both together, saw it.They miss you like crazy, specially lil, the phone calls at bedtime she struggled with the hardest you was was always so bubbly and a good vibe, 20 years of memories fly past when i think of you. It hasent got any easier for any of us. We miss you, untill we meet again
My bro…EVERYDAY you cross my mind, all 2 years later I still think about our exploits. You’ll be in my thoughts & my heart daily my bro