Matabel Elizabeth Johnson, 83, of New Haven,
CT departed this life October 23, 2007.
Born in Trelawny, Jamaica, W.I., June 1, 1924,
she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Reid.
Prior to retiring, she was employed at Yale University.
She was a long-time resident of New Haven and a member of
St. Luke's Episcopal Church.
She leaves to mourn, her cherished daughter, Eugenny Anderson
(Alan); sons, Winston Downer (Sophia), Hector Walcott (Alda)
and Wycliffe Brown, Sr.; 16 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren;
14 great-great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by 2 grandchildren and a great grandchild.
A celebration of Ms. Johnson's life and legacy will be held
Saturday, October 27, 2007, at 9:00 AM at St. Luke's Episcopal
Church, 111 Whalley Ave., New Haven. Friends may call at
the church from 8:00-9:00 AM. Burial in Beaverdale Memorial
Park.
