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Marvell Johnson

Case from Anchorage, AK dated Oct 07, 2014

Victim Details

Marvell Johnson

Male

Black / African American

Anchorage

AK

2014-10-07

64

Marvell

Johnson

Yes

07/05/2026

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Black/African American male Marvell V. Johnson, age 64, died on October 7, 2014, in Anchorage, Alaska. A beloved voice on public radio and a steady presence at the University of Alaska Anchorage, he was best known for hosting “Soul to Soul” on KSKA for decades and for a long career on UAA's custodial team. Friends and colleagues remembered his easy warmth and reliability as they prepared for services at Evergreen Memorial Chapel in downtown Anchorage.

He was found shot inside his Eas ...
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  • Anchorage Teen Pleads Guilty to 2014 Murder of Marvell Johnson
  • Longtime KSKA DJ Marvell Johnson Shot, Killed - Alaska Public Media
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    I can't help but feel for those who knew and loved Marvell Johnson. One aspect of this case that sti... ...Read More
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