I knew Mervin from his days at TVA's John Sevier Steam Plant. He guarded the place. He was always professional, but a pleasure to talk to about "off the job" things, too. I haven't seen him in recent years, but I hope he's up there slam dunking on Wilt on one of Heaven's basketball courts!

My condolences to the Johnson family on their loss of a brother, father and uncle. I met Merv when he escorted his mother to visit his brother. My prayers for you and your family at this time. Phillippians 4:13

Mr. Johnson was a very special person to my mother Kathy L. Carpenter, whom passed February 2013. Before she passed he spent a lot of time with her. He took her to plays, art festivals and introduced her into a world that I don't think she would have met if it wasn't for him..He was a magnificent person. I truly adored him..we love you Merve..you will be missed. Erica..I am very sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself and your family..may you be blessed.

What an honor it was to know Merv Johnson. He was a kind man. He always called me, Price. I called him Mr Johnson. What a sad sad time.

My deepest condolences to the Johnson family. My early childhood memories think of you as an extended family. Mervin always had a kind word and HAPPY smile. May God GIVE all of you, his children the comfort and PEACE that only God can give.

Merv and myself started at KC together and developed a wonderful friendship merv was a very good friend and with his advise always on the ready helped me through some tough times. I will miss my friend very much

Merv you were my very best friend. I'm glad our season tickets seats at the Kingsport mets stadium allowed us to get to know one another. I'm glad we had the chance to go fishing. how many times did I lose those rubber worms and break those fishing strings. I'm glad for our walks.you were the most blunt person I ever met. You were a hard worker and always arrived early so you didn't miss anything.y you had the best laugh...loud and contagious.you were always secretly helping others when in need.you lived a private life that was respected and never interfered in others business.i loved your jazz music and your singing voice was the most beautiful voice.i know you loved pops.you were just a great listener.you always protected those weaker than you. You were my angel.watch over me from heaven and keep me safe.i love you eternally! Tarrah O'Riley boy

My Sincerest& Deepest Heartfelt Prayers+Condolences To The Family Of "Merv!!"My Friend, Knoxvlle College Clasmate/Teammate & Condors Forever Confidant! It has BeenTruly An Honor / Privelege To Have Shared Abundant Memorable Joyous Times Together! ( Merv Was Always Soo Giving Of The Best Of Himself To Others!! I Forever/ Always Will Miss & Cherish Those Pleasantries. RIP!!!

Merv was a great guy. We attended KC (Class of 1975) together and played football. Because of his basketball skills, we called him, "The Dealer." RIP!

My heart goes out to the family of Mervin Johnson. Merv and I attended Knoxville College together and developed a great friendship. Your family is in our prayers.

Mere always had a kind word and a smile. He will be truly missed.

I work for BAE SYsTEMS and knew Merv from there. I loved to talk to him and here about his travels. He did his job to the max. We would say after Merv searched you you had been Merved. We will miss him. I will pray for your family.

Mervin was truly a great person and a real joy to be around and talk too, he will be truly missed.. heaven has a new angel..

You will be sorely missed.

To the Johnson family in try my sorry for the loss of of Mervin. I got to know him through our work although it was a short time but memeorable. He always had a smile on his face and was pleasant to have conversation with. We used to talk about music all the time. We had the same passion in collecting music of all sorts. Just wanted to share my memories of him. Your family are in my prayers.

I worked with him at BAE and Mervin was super nice and hard working . I will be praying for Mervin and family.