Johnnie was born Johnnie Mae Paynes on December 13, 1944, in Simmesport, Louisiana to Edward Paynes, Sr. and Gertrude Lee. Johnnie was the fifth oldest of eight children. Her siblings Edward Jr., Effie (Becky), Margaret, Velma, Amos, Juanita, and Anita all preceded her in death.
In high school, Johnnie was introduced to Fred Keller by her cousin, Floyd Anderson. Johnnie and Fred dated for several years before Fred entered the Air Force. After completing his service, Fred found his way back to Johnnie and they moved to Los Angeles. They married in 1969. In 1971, they welcomed their first son, Avery Omar. In 1974 their second son, Fred X-avier was born.
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New domestic violence laws may criminalise coercive control in the Northern Territory
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FebFebruary 2021 at 8:47pm
Frontline workers in domestic violence services say almost all their clients have experienced some form of coercive control.
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The Northern Territory Government could soon criminalise coercive control abuse, as domestic violence rates climb across the Territory.
Key points:
The NT has the highest rate of domestic violence-related offences in the nation
The Criminal Lawyers Association says current laws are enough, and the focus should be on education
Coercive control can include a range of emotional, psychological and financial abuse, such as isolating someone from their friends and family, humiliating or insulting them.