Memorial service information for former Gators football player Chris Johnson
Thursday, March 5, 2015 | Football, Scott Carter
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Former UF football player Chris Johnson was a standout at Trinity Catholic High School in Ocala prior to joining Florida's program and later transferring to Duquesne University in Pittsburgh.
The 22-year-old Johnson died last weekend in Pennsylvania.
Duquesne announced a memorial mass for Johnson that will take place Sunday in Pittsburgh.
Meanwhile, those in Johnson's hometown can pay their respect and celebrate Johnson's life at multiple events next week in Ocala. Here is a schedule passed along by John Brantley Sr., the former UF quarterback and head coach at Trinity Catholic High:
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
A viewing at Unity Gospel Family Worship Center from 5-8 p.m., 3200 NE 25th Ave.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
A memorial service at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church at 10 a.m., 5 SE 17th St.
A graveside ceremony following the service and then a gathering with food and refreshments at the Knights of Columbus building at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church.
