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GEORGE WASHINGTON BROWN JR.

GEORGE WASHINGTON BROWN JR. obituary, Hopewell, VA

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GEORGE BROWN Obituary

Mr. George Washington Brown, Jr., age 70, 2205 Trenton Street, Hopewell, departed his life suddenly Thursday afternoon, August 30, 2018, at his residence. He was a native of Hopewell. He was baptized at an early age at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. He was employed at GCA Services (Park 500) as a Supervisor until his health declined 2011.

Mr. Brown was an avid boxing fan; his favorite boxer was the late Muhammad Ali. He also enjoyed basketball, football (die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan), and all other sports including fishing. He was a very outgoing person and well known in the community.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Washington Brown, Sr. and Florence Griffin Brown; and two siblings, Florence Patrick and Elizabeth Brown.

Mr. Brown leaves to cherish his precious memories: a devoted wife of forty-six years, Melvena Hayes Brown of Hopewell; four children, Donna Jones (Samuel), Derrick Carr, Tawnya Hayes and LaJoy Hayes, all of Hopewell; grandchildren, Quinton Hayes, Kourtney Carr, Trenity Carr, Keilan Carr and Jadyen Carr; great grandchildren, Ze'Quan Miles, Zamhri Webb and Ava Carr; siblings, David Brown (Colleen) of Petersburg, Catherine Brown Tyson of Richmond, and Herbert Brown (Faye) of Hopewell; aunts, Lillie Parker and Bernice Shelton, both of Hopewell, and Janet Jefferson, Maryland; uncles, Franklin Brown (Carol) of Hopewell, George Hayes (Trucella) of Portsmouth, and Ronald Hayes (Glenda) of Prince George; a great uncle, Charmlen Hayes of Dinwiddie; sisters-in-law, Stephanie Hayes, devoted Stacy Hayes, and Tina Hayes, all of Hopewell, and Aisha McDonald of Washington, DC; brothers-in-law, Timothy Hayes, Sr., Vincent Claiborne and Reginald Jones (Melissa) all of Hopewell; nieces, devoted Kimberly Patrick and devoted Lakeesha Hayes Winfield (Chris), both of Hopewell, Qlympia Kitt (Timothy) and Sianna Scott (Andrew), both of Richmond, Aisha Green, Quineesha Hayes, Sophia Parham LaToya King, LaQuinta Spriggs, Brittany Hayes and Zanyah Coleman, all of Hopewell, and Shanna Brown of Norfolk; nephews, Tommy Patrick of Texas, Ahmen Vinney and Cortez Harris both of Petersburg, Andre Patrick, Eltere Perry, Timothy Hayes, Jr. and Stefon Hayes, all of Hopewell; devoted great niece, Ayanna Patrick; and a host of great nieces, great nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Services will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 7, 2018, in the Chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Pastor Benjamin Brown, Pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, Blackstone, VA, eulogist. Interment to follow at Mt. Sinai Memorial Cemetery.

The family will assemble 1:00 p.m. the day of the service and will also receive friends at 2205 Trenton Street, Hopewell, VA.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911. Watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

Published by The Progress-Index from Sep. 5 to Sep. 6, 2018.
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Rest in Peace George.

Michael Taylor

Friend

September 10, 2018

May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

September 10, 2018

Sorry for your loss my condolences goes out to your family

John c Harris jr

Friend

September 9, 2018

Sending Condolences and prayers to the family during this difficult time. God Bless

Eulete Patrick

September 7, 2018

Sorry for your loss

Moses Haule

September 7, 2018

Derrick and family
We are praying for you all and hope that your hearts are overflowing with happy memories
of your Dad. May God continue to bless and comfort each of you.
Lovingly the Lee Family

Latrese Lee

Friend

September 7, 2018

Tawnya,

Sending my condolences to you and the family during your time of bereavement. Praying for peace and comfort during this time.

Lakara Johnson

September 6, 2018

Sending my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Catherine Burrell

September 6, 2018

George was such a joy and fifty plus year I've known him, I cannot remember him without a smile. Being first cousin to my husband, but more like brothers, they reminded me so much of each other. Their love of boxing specifically, Muhammed Ali; all kinds of music, they loved family and wherever they are they were the life of the party...memories go far back and deep...but paused to let the family know that George Brown's departure created a void in Hopewell that transcends across several generations. We will truly miss him. Know that we are praying that God will give you the peace needed and that you will somehow find joy in knowing that through all that he encountered on this journey called life...he made it home. Love you family!

Polly Johnson

Family

September 6, 2018

Sorry for y'all loss! RIP George!

Rachel Manson

Friend

September 6, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

William Freeman

Coworker

September 6, 2018

To the Brown, Hayes, and Carr Family,

Sophia West-Bey

September 6, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

charleston moody

September 6, 2018

Tawnya,
My prayers are with you and your family in this time of need. May God bless you all.

Vaughn Dixon

September 6, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. May God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm during your grieving process.

Lav

September 6, 2018

Tawnya my sister,friend,cuz love, all of that. Daddy girl and our big baby! To you, Melvina,Donna,Lajoy, Derrick, Q; Quinton, entire family. May God give you the strength to endure. THE LAUGHTER OF THIS FAMILY! THAT is a joyful sound and a beautiful thing to see! George lives on because of you all and I thank him for his FAMILY; I LOVE you all! My deepest sincerest heart felt condolences. Maggie,Isaiah,Keniyah,Mamie,Nat,Terence,and Neil Rip! The Delane/Daniels FAMILY

Maggie Delane

Family

September 6, 2018

He was a good Man and will be truly miss by me and others. Rest in Heaven my Brother. (R.I.H.) May God Bless you.

Kirk "Scrap") Allen

September 6, 2018

Melvena and Family I'm so sorry to hear about your loss may God wrap his arms around your whole Family and bless you all in the name of Jesus - Amen.

Kirk "Scrap" Allen

September 6, 2018

To my dear friend LaJoy and Family....The loss of a loved one is never easy....Praying for peace and comfort for you now and in the days ahead.

Sharon Parker

September 5, 2018

Tawnya,
My prayers are to you and your family. I know how you felt about your dad and i hope comfort can come sooner than later. if you need anything i'm here for you! Wadell

Wadell Blackston Sr.

Coworker

September 5, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

monaye Peace

September 5, 2018

May God comfort you at this time.

Sylvia Overton

September 5, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Praying for the Family during the passing of your loved one. Hold on to all the beautiful memories you all have shared. keeping you in prayer. Love Stacy

Stacy `Miles

Friend

September 5, 2018

Melva, & Family, you're in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will strengthen you and may he find a comforting place in your heart. May your memories bring you comfort.

Hattie Bonner

Friend

September 4, 2018

May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

September 3, 2018

Dear Melly & Family:

The huge heart & humor that George shared with others are special gifts to many who knew him. May his soul be at peace with our Heavenly Father & may your memories of him help to build a special bridge of love for your families.

With heartfelt sympathy & love,
Melva Wilson Lewis

melva lewis

Friend

September 2, 2018

So sorry to hear about your loss. I send my Prayers and Condolences to you and your family doing this time of sorrow.

Yolanda Porter

September 1, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

The Jarrett Family

Friend

September 1, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Rosa Goode

Friend

September 1, 2018

Melvina, I am so sorry for your loss. You and George were blessed with many years together-all the way back to high school! Hold onto and cherish the memories, and let the God of peace comfort you. We will continue to pray for strength and peace for you and all of the family. We love you.
Eugene & Joyce Henry

Joyce Henry

Family

September 1, 2018

It is never easy to lose a loved one, I pray you find comfort in Gods promise found at John 6:40 which says that soon we will see all our loved ones again. My deepest condolences to the family.

Jay

August 31, 2018

It is never easy to lose a loved one, I pray you find comfort in Gods promise found at John 6:40 which says that soon we will see all our loved ones again. My deepest condolences to the family.

M D

August 31, 2018

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