Islam Temple Illustrious Potentate's Corner
Illustrious Potentate Noble Derick Johnson
Giving Honor to Jesus Christ my savior and Pillar of Support that has helped me realize that; I shall pass this way but once; any good, therefore, that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer nor neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.
Islam Temple No. 182 22nd Illustrious Potentate, Derick Johnson. Born December 12, 1954 in Starkville, Mississippi. I was raised up on my Grand Fathers’ farm working long hard hours seven days a week. There I learned my work ethics and many thanks to my Grand Father for taking the time to teach me. I am honored to be blessed with such a wonderful partner, my best friend and wife for over 32 years, my first lady, Sonja Johnson. We have two wonderful children, one Daughter and Son. My wonderful mother Elmira Johnson gave birth to seven children, four Daughters, and three Sons. The family was devastated last year by the death of my sister Angela Robinson. May she rest in peace.
I am a visionary and have been Blessed with the ability to take off the blinders and think with an open mind. Knowing and appreciating our history is about more than celebrating the past. We must draw on our inspiration for the present and hope for our future. Simply put, once you know how history was made, you can make it yourself, benefiting from the lessons and building on the accomplishments of those who came before me in Islam Temple No. 182. Possessing this knowledge enables me to lift my sights beyond self-limiting doubts, obstacles, and excuses, to see what’s truly possible for Islam Temples No. 182 future.
I have been affiliated with the Masonic Order since 1978 and currently a proud member of Excelsior Lodge No. 43 in Pensacola, Florida. My goal is to serve in the community as a Shriner As Mentor for a needed child, continued support of the Boys and Girls Organization and continue to raise the awareness of what we are all about. One must have the desire to be a servant in this society.
I have served in numerous positions and Chaired Committees with in the Temple. Awarded Islam Temple No. 182 Noble of the Year 2009. Currently servicing as The Desert Of Florida Second Ceremonial Master.
Instrumental in ensuring that the Temple contributed $1,000.00 to The Prince Hall Shriners Foundation (American Diabetes Association) for 2009 and 2010. I have accompanied the Deputy Of The Desert to numerous Temple visits throughout the Desert and the Virgin Island at my own expense. Attended the 2009 Presidential Inauguration for President Barack Obama. I humbly accepted an invitation to attend The Congressional Medal Of Honor Society Gala Weekend in Dallas, Texas with 38 Medal of Honor Recipients. This was such a great honor and blessing, one that I will never forget. I was responsible for having a Congressional Medal Of Honor my friend (Robert M. Patterson) as a special guest at the 2009 and 2010 Potentate Ball.
I am a Retired United States Army Warrant Officer of which has prepared me with the Leadership Skills and Professionalism needed to render exceptional service to the Nobility of Islam Temple No. 182.
During the past 10 years I have been in the Real Estate Business as a Realtor and Investor. I specialize in residential sales in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. These counties includes Pensacola, Perdido Keys, Gulf Breeze, Pace, Milton, Cantonment, and several other cities in the surrounding area. Yes, I consider myself very fortunate to live and work on or near the World’s Most Beautiful Beaches! I have provided professional Real Estate guidance to both prospective Buyer’s and Seller’s of Islam Temple No. 182 and their families and friends free of charge. My feeling here is that Real Estate should be a large part of each family Financial Portfolio in their wealth building process. My hobbies are Golfing and Traveling within the United States and Abroad.
Professional Education includes; Licensed Realtor. Member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and Pensacola Association of Realtors (PAR). Bachelor Of Science Degree in Liberal Arts from The University of New York. Associate Degree in General Studies from Central Texas College. Member of The Pensacola State College Professional Service Careers Advisory Committee. Instructor at the Warrant Officer Course at Fort Rucker, Alabama and this is only one of numerous Military Courses attended.
Languages spoken are English, German, and some Spanish.
