Marienne Irene (Fekete) Johnson

Marienne Irene Johnson, age 71 of Front Royal Virginia, went to her eternal home with Christ on Thursday, May 2, 2024 after weeks of her loving husband, siblings and pastor staying by her side in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Born in Richmond, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Joseph & Irene Fekete of Richmond, Virginia.

She was the cherished wife of Joseph Robert (Robbie) Johnson III, with whom she recently celebrated 43 memorable years of marriage.

Marienne attended the University of Richmond in the 1970's. During that time she sang in the church choir and acted as sitter for many of her nieces and nephews.

She was also a graduate in 1982 of Danville Community College studying nursing and served as the nurse at Randolph-Macon Academy in Front Royal for 10 years where she was loved by students and colleagues alike.

She also served as a Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star Chapter in Front Royal Virginia, and took care of her elderly mother for 2 years.

Most significantly, Marianne overcame her disabilities acquired at birth, and became a voice of hope for cerebral palsy patients through her writings in a blog titled "Beyond CP" at http://beyondcp.blogspot.com. Her strength & fortitude in living a productive, joy-filled & faith-filled life was a testimony to many around her.

Marienne was proud to do embroidery from her Hungarian heritage, and loved to quilt. Even with her disabled right hand, she managed to make quilts for many family members, donated some for charitable causes, and even sold her quilts on Etsy.

Marienne was the 4th of 8 children, and consequently, in addition to her husband, Robbie, she is survived by six living siblings: Dr. Judith McGhee & her husband, Les of Midlothian, VA; Margie Howard & her husband, Hiram of Columbia, SC; Joseph Akos Fekete & his former wife Mar in Mechanicsville, Va.; Michael Fekete & his wife, Annette in Washington, DC.; Edith Butler & her husband, John in Charlotte, NC.; and Kitty Hinkle & her family in Charleston, SC.; and her 24 nieces and nephews.

(Her brother, Andy Fekete, sadly passed away 5 years ago, but is survived by his partner, Robin Diamond).

Marienne was a beloved wife, sister, and aunt who will be deeply missed by those whose lives she blessed.

Marienne's funeral will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Calvary Episcopal Church at 132 North Royal Avenue; Front Royal, Virginia 22630.