Ms. Dianne Merchant
November 8, 1954 - January 17, 2022
In memory of Dianne Merchant, born to the late Alexander and Louise Merchant in Manning, South Carolina and the second of six children…all girls. Dianne peacefully transitioned to our heavenly Father on Monday, January 17, 2022 at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington DC surrounded by her loving family. Dianne gave her life to Jesus Christ and joined the St. Stephen’s Baptist Church, in 1961. She graduated in 1972 from McKinley Tech High School, WDC and received a Bachelor of Science degree with dual concentrations in Political Science and English from Davis and Elkins College, West Virginia in 1976. She continued her education in Christian studies, graduating from the Washington Baptist Theological Seminary. Dianne worked in the federal government in Personnel Management for over twenty-five years until her declining health prompted early retirement. Affectionately known as “Aunt Dianne or Momma Dianne”, had no children of her own, but was a mother to many. She enjoyed mentoring youth, cooking, art work, teaching, traveling, collecting mugs and always helping others in need. She was a faithful servant at St. Stephen Baptist Church for over sixty years, serving as a Trustee and with many other ministries in the church. Dianne was a beautiful light in this world and will truly be missed. Johnson & Jenkins observes CDC regulations for COVID-19 pandemic
In memory of Dianne Merchant, born to the late Alexander and Louise Merchant in Manning, South Carolina and the second of six children…all girls. Dianne peacefully transitioned to our heavenly Father on Monday, January 17, 2022... View Obituary & Service Information