Harold L. Applewhite, Jr. Celebration of Life Program

Musical Prelude.................................................................................................Xavier Parker Hymn of Comfort Scripture Reading.......................................................................................................Minister Old Testament New Testament Prayer of Comfort.......................................................................................................Minister Reflections....................................................................................................................Selected (2 Minutes Please) Silent Reading of the Obituary Soft Music Musical Selection Eulogy........................................................................................Rev. Jessie Wayne Applewhite Recessional....................................................................................Clergy, Family, and Friends

Hampton Memorial Gardens 155 Butler Farm Road Hampton, VA 23666

Harold Linford Applwhite transitioned to his final resting place on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. He was born on August 8, 1952 to Celestine Thomas Johnson and the late Harold Linford Applewhite, Sr.

Johnny, as he was affectionately called, attended Hampton Public Schools. He was a graduate of Pembroke High School. He was employed at the Newport News Shipbuilding, now Huntington Ingalls. He worked as a sheet metal mechanic for over 45 years. He was well known and loved by his shipbuilding family.

Johnny was a gentle giant and enjoyed life. His bubbly and witty personality will be forever missed by all who knew him. He was a kind soul that knew no stranger. He loved kids and would often tell unforgettable stories. In his spare time he enjoyed making jewelry. OFten you would see him gifting his pieces of jewelry instead of selling it. If you ever received a necklace know you were very special to him. Family was important to him, which often extended beyond those that were blood relatives. His family extended to 7-Eleven and to the credit union.

Everyone that knew him and loved him. His memory and legacy will be remembered and shared, “The dog ate the dead horse meat and died.’

He was preceded in death bu his father, Harold Linford Applewhite, Sr.; sister, Stephanie Applewhite and two nephews.

Johnny is survived by his mother Celestine T. Johnson, his son Jesse Langston Applewhite, step-daughter Janessa L. Vaughn (Ditania), five grandsons, Eric K. Wilson, Aaron A. Wilson, Trevon J. Hayes, Jalen R. Hayes and Shamondre N. Applewhite; Sisters, Gloria ApplewhiteLane, Lillian Witherspoon, Angie Davis, Clestine Johnson and several nieces, one in which her raised like a daughter, I-Sharii Best; and a host of relatives and friends.

Family and Friends

Family and Friends

When I am gone, release me, let me go.

I have so many things to see and do, You mustn’t tie yourself to me with too many tears, But be thankful we had so many good years.

I gave you my love, and you can only guess How much you’ve given me in happiness.

I thank you for the love that you have shown, But now it is time I traveled on alone.

So grieve for me a while, if grieve you must, Then let your grief be comforted by trust.

It is only for a while that we must part, So treasure the memories within your heart.

I won’t be far away for life goes on.

And if you need me, call and I will come.

Though you can’t see or touch me, I will be near.

And if you listen with your heart, you’ll hear, All my love around you soft and clear.

And then, when you come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile and a ‘Welcome Home’.

The family would like to thank all of you who have shown special acts of kindness and support during this difficult time. Please continue to keep the family in prayer.