Paul Edwards John Jr. was born December 16, 1963 to the parents of Paul Sr. and Gloria. He attended Wilmer – Hutchins High School in Hutchins, Texas. He later went to CDC Center which changed to Achieve, that's where he spent his days working and being with friends.

He was preceded in death by his father Paul Sr., his grandparents: Nathaniel & Genevieve John and Joe & Armedia      Simmons.

Paul Jr. leaves to cherish his memories his mother Gloria Humphrey; (3) brothers: Mark (Jenny) John, Eric Steed, and Marvin Humphrey; (3) sisters: Sandra Humphrey, Elissa (Chris) McGarry and Paula Hunt and a host of other relatives and friends.