Norfolk City Virginia USGenWeb Archives Obituaries.....Malbon Sr., Johnnie L. November 5, 1999
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Virginian-Pilot, The (Norfolk, VA) - Thursday, November 11, 1999 
Johnnie L. Malbon Sr., 94, a retired Esso service station owner, of the 900
block of Kenton Ave., departed this life Nov. 5, 1999, at his home with his
family at his bedside.

A native of Princess Anne County, he was one of six children born to the late
John and Patience Malbon. He served in the Navy and was honorably discharged as
a machinist mate, 1st class, and worked as a longshoreman. He later became
highly regarded as a savvy businessman.

At an early age, he joined First Baptist Church, Lynnhaven, and after his
marriage to Leona Malbon, who preceded him in death and to whom he was married
for more than 55 years, he moved to Norfolk where he joined Shiloh Baptist
Church. He later joined First Baptist Church, Bute Street, where he served as
chairman of the Trustee Board and then as deacon for many years. Because of his
style and grace, he was renowned and admired by many. He was bestowed the honor
of Sublime Prince of the Royal Secret 32nd Degree by the United Supreme Council
33rd Degree on Oct. 25, 1960.

Survivors include his son, Johnnie Jr.; daughter-in-law, Joyce; granddaughter,
Joyvan, all of the home; nieces, nephews, brothers- and sisters-in-law, cousins,
many wonderful friends, caregivers and his doctor C. Stokes Kirkland.

Johnnie truly loved his family, his church and his community. He loved people
and he showed that love to whomever he met. He was a very proud father and
grandfather.

The homegoing celebration will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist
Church, Bute Street, with Dr. Robert G. Murray officiating. Interment will
follow in Calvary Cemetery , Norfolk. 

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