Esco Tevell “Sco” Johnson Sr., of Rockford, departed this earthly life June 3, 2026. He was born August 1, 1974 in Cairo, IL the son of Calvert Sr. and Lucille Johnson. Esco lived in Rockford over 30 years coming from Cairo. He was employed as a Fork Lift Operator by Pyramid Plastic. Esco graduated from Cairo High School.

Esco leaves to cherish many memories, his son, Esco Johnson Jr., and daughter, Enayijah Johnson; mother, Lucille Johnson; 7 sisters, Denicus (Ora James) Riley, Shelonda Johnson, Michelle Johnson, Melody Johnson, Lorraine ( Joey ) Herring, Delrita (William ) Adams, and Deshawna Johnson; three brothers, Calvert (Belinda) Johnson Jr., and Brian (Marie) Johnson and Mancie Johnson; a host of nieces, nephews cousins other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father; sister, Lavonda Johnson; and two brothers Devoe Johnson and Shawn Johnson.

Services will be held 12:00 noon Monday, June 22, 2026 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.