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Janet's obituary

Janet Merchant passed away on August 13, 2025, at the age of 70, in Turnerville, AL. Born on August 31, 1954, in Corsicana, TX, Janet graduated from the University of South Alabama where she received her Bachelor's of Fine Arts.
Janet was a highly talented artist, cook, and gardener, often found sketching something beautiful, trying out a new recipe, or tending to her herb garden. Janet loved seeing the world/traveling and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. 
She was baptized at Living Word Evangelical Lutheran Church, where she was also a confirmed member. 
Janet is survived by her loving sons: Garrett A. Merchant (Anna), and Charles A. "Chaz" Merchant III (Casey); step-sons: Charles H. "Charlie" Merchant and Mark C. "Chris" Merchant; siblings: James B. "Dusty" Heifner (Francis), Sandra "Sandy" Smith (Louis), and Diane Via; grandchildren: Emma, Tippi, and Max Merchant; and many more. 
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles Alger Merchant Jr; son: Dustin W. Merchant, and parents: James Heifner and Nancy Heifner. 
A viewing and funeral will be held at 11am on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Turnerville Baptist Church. A reception will follow. For inquiries, please contact (251) 404-6922.
Janet's legacy is one of love, beauty, and flavor. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

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Janet Merchant