RENEE A. MERIT

Today we are celebrating the life of Renee Merit, also know as “Ebony”.

Renee was born in Manhattan, New York to Ella Washington on September 25, 1960.

Renee was a loving, passionate, funny and caring person. She had such a great energy that she could light a room with just her presence.  

Renee loved fashion, which turned into an Interest in modeling. She was known for her great sense of fashion, setting trends, her vivacious energy and her “no nonsense” attitude.

From there, Renee went to the United States Army, completed her time with an honorable discharge, and spent the rest of her days taking care of others. She worked as a CNA helping the elderly, then later switched over to the Disabled and Mental Health Field. Her passion has always been the care for others.

Renee departed life on Monday, March 9th, 2020, 59 years old.

She leaves great memories along with her children,   Sierra Comeger, Khadijah Comeger, Sade Cosby and Khaleef Cosby; mother, Ella Washington; siblings,   Marie Farrar, Cleora “Shugar” Mosley (twin) and  Joseph Merit; eleven grandkids; two brothers in-law, Mark Mosley and Anthony Farrar, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.