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Derek Van “D J” Johnson

Passed 08/02/2026

Obituary For Derek Van “D J” Johnson

Manning, SC

Derek Van “D J” Johnson, 62, husband of Hester Morant Johnson, died Sunday, August 2, 2026 at his residence. He was born September 18, 1963 in Ft. Monmouth, NJ. A son of the late Willie Lee and Sallie Mae Brunson Johnson.

The family is receiving friends beginning Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at his residence, 212 Peterson Lane, Manning, SC from 4PM til 8PM.

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Services

Public Visitation

Aug
5
Samuels Funeral Home, LLC. | Manning, SC

114 N. Church St.
Manning, SC

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Funeral Service

Aug
6
Samuels Funeral Home, LLC. | Manning, SC

114 N. Church St.
Manning, SC

3:00 PM
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Interment

Aug
6
Manning Cemetery


Manning, SC

5:00 PM
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Condolences & Tributes

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My sincerest condolences to the family during this time and the days ahead. My God continue to strengthen and keep you all. 🙏🙏

Dr. Latisha BG

Condolences to you and your family keeping you in my prayers.

Lawral Richburg

From ft.worth lantern lane depot st Dickson st Drayton all the way to Peterson we was together ❤️ brothers Johnson know what I'm saying one love FR

Waymon

Sending heartfelt prayers and deepest condolences. Being absent from the body and present with the Lord is a blessing, bringing eternal peace and no more pain. With love and sympathy, Dr. Rosann Thames & Family.

Dr Rosann Thames

Derek we will always remember the years growing up on (Dickson Street), the real Good Days when the entire neighborhood cared about each other. You always had the Smile and the Unforgettable Walk no one could do it like You!!! Rest peacefully and may God Comfort and Strengthen each family member at this most difficult time. The Children of Harriet Felder

Joyce Felder

Rest in peace Derek, forever missed and that unforgettable pimp.

Gloria Frierson

My condolences to the Johnson family 🙏🙏

Frizeal Edwards

Condolences to the family & friends 🙏🏽

Janice Tindal

You are going to be miss Derek rip

Marileen Abraham

Sending my deepest condolences to the Johnson family from me and my kids and grandkids! I'm the mother of Derek Van Johnson kids Shannon and Darrin Miller!! You go on and rest in peace we all love ❤️ you!'

Sheron Montgomery

My condolences to the Johnson family rest in Heaven Derek you will be miss my neighbor! Love you!!!

Patricia Johnson

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.