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Dianne C. Brent
1951 - 2023
Dianne C. Brent
1951 - 2023
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BORN
1951
DIED
2023
Dianne Brent Obituary
Ms. Dianne Carol Brent of 135 Old Wythe Street, Petersburg, VA, departed this life Monday, May 8, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Richmond. She was born September 6, 1951, in Petersburg, VA to the late Leonard Brent, Sr. and Carrie Brent.
She was a graduate of Peabody High School and Virginia State College. Dianne was a member of Third Baptist Church in Petersburg. Dianne enjoyed talking, playing cards and Bingo.
Along with her parents Dianne was preceded in death by her son, William Hairston; granddaughter, Jaylen Brent; sister, Linda Brent, brother, Leonard Brent, Jr. and nephew, Reshawn Thurman.
Dianne leaves to cherish her precious memories to her children, Kinetra Brent Mitchell, Thomas Brent, Carl Hairston and Christopher Brent; grandchildren, Ashunta Brent, Kericee Rives, Chyna Brent, Legend Brent, Christopher Brent, Jr., Milan Brent, Riley Hairston, Carlee Hairston, Jaden Hairston, Kemari Brent, Madison Brent and Legend Brent; great grandchildren, Cayah Pegram, Kaylen Rives and Kylee Rives; sister, Judy Brent Wilson; brother, Thomas Brent; nieces, LaQuinta White, Jaylen Thurman, Ta’nai Thurman and Layana White; nephews, Reginald Thurman (Danielle), Ta’shyar Thurman and Lanell White; cousins, Irene Lee, Claudette Johnson and Theodore Williams; devoted friends that will miss Dianne immensely that were blessed to have over a half a century with her, “The Fannie Hill Gang”, Tommy Woodfin, Reginald Jones, and Leroi Ferby; sisterhood, Teann Robinson, Molanda “Cookie” Hampton, Jacqueline Bethel, Bessie Hendricks, Meta Dawson-Phillips, Vanessa Davis-Campbell, Carlean Muhammad and Darlene Jones; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held 3:00 P.M., Monday, May 29, 2023, in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Patrice Diamond Holland
May 31, 2023
WILL BE MISSED.. SHE WAS A FRIEND INDEED. REST IN PEACE. YOU WERE AND STILL BE SIMPLY THE BEST
Pat Ward-Mcdaniel
May 29, 2023
First met u when I was a little girl u were one of the most intelligent and resourceful woman I have ever met u always were willing to help ppl U always had me laughing whenever I saw u RIP beautiful Queen
Theodora Williams
May 29, 2023
My heart goes out to the family. May God grant you peace doing this time. Dianne got her wings. Soar high and well cousin till we meet again.
Tina Richardson
May 29, 2023
Sending everyone my sincerest condolences. Im So sorry to hear our beloved family member has passed away. She will be dearly missed. May peace be upon her.
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Veronica Holland-Wells
May 25, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Gloria Hicks-Richardson
May 22, 2023
Condolences to the family. May you get peace in days to come
Charlotte Anderson
May 21, 2023
Prayers and Condolences to the family of Diane!!
Michael Hill
May 21, 2023
May You Rest In Peace Old Friend!!!
Angelia Shaw
May 20, 2023
My condolences to Kenetra and Christoph
er on the passing of their mother, my heart go out to you all
Zenobia Hampton-Mitchell
May 17, 2023
My deepest heartfelt condolences to the family.
Evonne walker
May 14, 2023
We will miss you, but you will always be in our heart. Much love. Evonne, arnette,and judy
Herbert ANDERSON
May 11, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Sylvia Hines-Davis
May 11, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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