We at Mentrotone are very proud to have Ms. Virginia Johnson as "Mother" of our church. At 106 years of age, she serves as an inspiration to all, young and old. She leads by example and will tell anyone that has time to listen how good God has been to her. We at Mentrotone "Love her to Life."

Born to Richard and Millie Green on April 20, 1918, Virginia arrived in the spring in Clarendon, South Carolina. She was educated in the Clarendon Public Schools.

In 1941, she moved to Washington, DC, where she became interested in Beauty Culture. She enrolled in Beauty College in 1948 and worked various jobs while going to school to make ends meet.

After the passing of her father, when she was only five years old, her mother married a year later to a gentleman named Mr. Mott. He was a devoted stepfather until his death in 1952.

During that same year, in 1952, she completed her training at A Tex Beauty College. After graduating with high grades, Mother Johnson worked as a cosmetologist at several area salons. She was co-owner of the Orchard Salon and L & J House of Beauty located at Benning Road & H Street, SE, in the Ward 7 area of Washington, DC. 

Godmother is another title Mother Johnson carries, as she has been and is a "Mother" to many. She has touched the lives of many in a myriad of ways,

At 106 years of age, Mother Johnson never stops. She is a fierce woman of God and will praise him anywhere and anytime. She was very active in her community and always has a "giving" spirit.

She has been a member of Mentrotone Baptist Church for over 40 years and holds the esteemed title of "Mother of the Church." She has served on countless ministries over the years and sang in the Senior Choir and as a Deaconess. She can always be found sharing her wisdom and knowledge with younger members of the church.

In 2018, on her 100th birthday, Mother Johnson was honored by the District of Columbia and attended a luncheon where she was recognized by Mayor Muriel Bowser. She was also highlighted on Fox 5 DC News on April 20, 2024, as her church family, neighbors, and friends showed their love for her 106th birthday.

May God continue to shower this woman of God with his richest blessings and favor. We love you Mother Johnson!