LCPL Johnson was born in Hartford, CT, the son of Louis and Kathy (Titus) Johnson. Philip was a graduate of Enfield High School Class of 2005. He was a member of the wrestling team during his junior year and he was also a member of Voices Incorporated, a choral program that integrated both Enfield high schools. Philip enjoyed music tremendously and played several instruments including saxophone, keyboards, drums and bass guitar. Philip's love for his country was strong and true; he wanted nothing more than to be a United States Marine from the time that he discovered what a Marine was. There is a certain pride in a Marine's eye from the moment that they earn their Eagle, Globe and Anchor and this pride radiated from Philip.

Philip was a dedicated member of the Westover Young Marines at Westover Air Base, MA. He joined the Young Marines at the age of 11 achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant before being honorably discharged in 2005 prior to joining the US Marine Corps. Philip took this step with solemn foresight that he was meant to serve his country through the Marine Corps. Philip began his journey as a Marine in August 2005 at Parris Island, the Marine Corps basic training base. Before graduating as a US Marine, Philip achieved the positions of squad leader and platoon guide an honor bestowed upon a select few that demonstrate leadership and proficiency skills.

After basic training, he was stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC where he trained with the 2nd Marines Scout Sniper Weapons Unit. LCPL Johnson was a member of the 3D BN 2D MAR KILO Company while in Iraq.

LCPL Johnson is survived by his immediate family; Lou and Kathy, parents; Jessica, sister; Beverly, grandmother; Doris, great-grandmother; Bill, uncle and Josephine, aunt. Phil is also survived by Aunt and Uncle Anne and Rick Honn; Uncle and Aunt Andy and Lori Titus; Uncle Paul Titus, and Cousins, Jimaine Titus, Joe and Jonathan Titus, Jacob and Andrew Honn
and Bill and  Missy Johnson.

LCPL Philip Alexander Johnson
United States Marine Corps
April 29, 1987 - September 3, 2006

Rest in Peace - Semper Fi