Painter Marcus Donta Johnson Dies at 46

Services for the Greenwood resident will be held this Sunday at Upon This Rock Church.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Marcus Donta Johnson, a 46-year-old painter from Greenwood, Mississippi, passed away on February 12, 2026 at the Kansas University Health System in Kansas City, Kansas. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Sanders & Sanders Funeral Home, and the funeral services will take place on Sunday at 10 a.m. at Upon This Rock Church in Greenwood.

Why it matters

The loss of a community member is always felt deeply, especially when it is someone who contributed to the local economy and culture through their work as a painter. Johnson's passing is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of coming together to support one another during difficult times.

The details

According to the report, Marcus Donta Johnson was 46 years old at the time of his passing. He was a painter by trade and resided in Greenwood, Mississippi. The cause of his death is not specified, but he passed away at the Kansas University Health System in Kansas City, Kansas on February 12, 2026.

  • Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2026 from 3 to 6 p.m.
  • The funeral services for Marcus Donta Johnson will take place on Sunday, February 23, 2026 at 10 a.m.

The players

Marcus Donta Johnson

A 46-year-old painter from Greenwood, Mississippi who passed away on February 12, 2026.

Upon This Rock Church

The church in Greenwood, Mississippi where the funeral services for Marcus Donta Johnson will be held.

Sanders & Sanders Funeral Home

The funeral home in Greenwood, Mississippi where the visitation for Marcus Donta Johnson will be held.

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The takeaway

The passing of Marcus Donta Johnson is a somber event for the Greenwood community, as they come together to honor the life and contributions of a local painter. While the details surrounding his death are limited, the outpouring of support from family, friends, and the community at large will no doubt provide some comfort during this difficult time.