Denise Louise Johnson-Janey, was the first born daughter of Henry D. Johnson and Loretta Reynolds-Johnson on February 27, 1955 in Baltimore, Maryland. She departed her earthly life on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, exactly one year to the date of her son Michael's departure, after her long illness. Denise Nita-as she was known was educated in the Baltimore City School System. As a student, Nita proved to be extremely intelligent, sharp, and alert. She was a good listener with excellent mathematics and accounting abilities. She excelled academically by graduating as an honor student from North Western High School. Nita had worked several jobs before starting her career at Social Security Administration in the early 70's. She enjoyed her job and took great pride in performing her duties as a dedicated employee working over 30 years. Nita loved a good challenge and was very competitive. She loved a good game of cards with family and friends. Nita was a serious card player and was quick to let it be known that she put the ''P'' in Pinochle. She also enjoyed listening to all types of music. Nita loved nothing more than to spend precious moments with her family doing the holiday, picnics and casual visits. Her children and grandchildren meant the world to her. When you heard her speak of them, you know they were the nearest and dearest to her heart. She was a force that encouraged them to believe in themselves and to follow their dreams. Denise leaves to mourn: her mother, Loretta Reynolds-Johnson; father, Henry Johnson; four children, LaTonya, Craig, Michael deceased and NeKia; five brothers, Dexter deceased, David, Derrick, Daniel, Demetrius and Kirk Johnson; three sisters, Diana K., Moeisha and LaShawn Johnson; four sisters-in-law, Celestine, Sharon, Jacquetta and Shay; one brother-in-law, Steve; two sons-in-law, Ricky and Duchie; two daughters-in-law, Shania and Tameaka Johnson; six grandchildren, Garrett, Ricky, Lanique, Ebony, Timothy and Kamonte. A devoted friend, Dorrian Lokey. Special friends Bonnie, Vernell and Diane; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces nephews, childhood friends and Friday night gathering friends.