Johnie Jefferson 76, of Gulfport, Mississippi born March 31, 1945, to Mrs. Ruthan Warner Jefferson and Mr. David Jefferson in Arms, Mississippi. He was a life long Mississippi resident. Mr. Jefferson took his final rest Sunday, May 16, 2021.

Mr. Jefferson attended and was a graduate of the Thirty-Third Avenue High School's 1963 graduating class. After high school, he continued his education at Rust College in Holly Springs, Mississippi, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. He was a member of the St. Mark United Methodist Church in Gulfport. Mr. Jefferson loved music. For much of his life, he was a Musician and Vocalist. Outside of performing, Mr. Jefferson was a man of few words, some would even call him a gentle soul, with a sweet spirit. He only spoke when he needed to speak. Mr. Jefferson was an easy going man and he believed in taking care of his family. His popularity was insurmountable. Mr. Jefferson and his melodic tunes will be cherished for years to come.

Mr. Jefferson will be deeply missed, but his family is comforted by the moments that they were blessed to share with him.

Mr. Jefferson was preceded in death by his parents; a brother David Jefferson, Jr. and a sister, Dorothy Coleman.

He is survived by his loving sibling Yvonne Jefferson Tims, Mary Staples, Ruby (John) Jefferson- Moore, Shirley Jefferson, a brother, Willie (Rosan) Jefferson, and a host of other relatives and friends.