Eric Dwoyne Johnson was born to Toni Gail Jonson in Denver, Colorado on January 16, 1964. Eric was an only child and the first grandchild to be born into a large loving family and had plenty of playmates. Like any kid, Eric love to dance. One of his favorite dances was the Pop Lock, he even had his own dance group. Growing up in the Denver area, Eric was a product of the Denver Public Schools where he attended school in the Mitchell and Park Hill communities. Eric was a proud graduate of East High School (East), Class of 1983 (Haloooo, halo halo, haloooo, halo halo), where he participated in ROTC, and ran on the track team. Many in the Park Hill community knew Eric including his childhood friends.

After graduation, Eric entered the workforce and was not afraid to get his hands dirty or shy away from hard work. He had a spirit to serve. In doing so, that led to an entrepreneurial spirit. He handed out flyers and business cards advertising his business of trash, snow removal, garage clean up, and various handy man jobs. However, Eric's profession was in hospitality. As a Banquet Server, he worked for many years at high-end hotels in the Stapleton and downtown Denver areas. No one could dress a dining room table like Eric (including fancy napkins), and he did not hesitate to tell you if your table was not dressed properly. Eric also had a giving spirit. He would leave work and navigate through the community (on his bicycle) and drop off sandwiches and cookies to his nieces and aunt then continue home and do the same. His act of giving saved many days of not having to cook. Later, Eric's skills led him in a new direction. However, you still could find him giving of his time and talents.

"Per Mrs. Washington, "Our beloved Eric Johnson started working for Peoples Community Food Projects in 2014 as a volunteer and progressed to Volunteer Coordinator for several of our food distribution programs. Dahlia Campus for Well Being, Vickers Boys and Girls Club, California Park East Apartments. Much like the postman he showed up year-round and took his work seriously. Eric always knew what was going on in the neighborhood and never hesitated to help those in need. He built trust with the clients. The kids respected him calling him "Mr. Eric", they were always eager to help him. Eric displayed great decision-making qualities being fair and firm. He was a provider, a protector, a big brother, and tremendous asset to us all. - Peoples Community Food Projects Founder/Executive Director Pamela Washington "

Eric was baptized at an early age and grew up attending church. He was a member of the Greater Union Baptist Church under the Leadership of his uncle, Pastor Gregory D. Johnson, Ph.D. Eric started ushering as a child, and as an adult you could find Eric on many occasions ushering as a "Door Keeper" for the Lord. He wore his uniform with pride an enjoyed his job as an Usher. Eric along with his Mother Toni Johnson was a Member of the Denver Five Points Lions Club.
Eric's smile and joking spirit will truly be missed by his family, church, and friends. Eric transitioned from this earth on March 5, 2023. Eric was proceeded in death by his mother Toni Gail Johnson, grandmother Clara DeGrate, aunt Lumeatra (Mimi) DeGrate, uncle, Michael Johnson and Cousins Aubrey and Tierra Johnson.

Eric is survived by his Aunt Venita Myres (Jimmie), and Uncles Rev. Dr. Gregory Johnson, Carl Johnson and Fred Johnson (Emily).