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Miki Conn
January 5, 2012
Dear Valinda, I just got the sad news. My condolences to you and the family. We have lost a great man and a fine friend. Thank you Ed, for a life time of commitment, memories and for one of the biggest hearts in the world. He was an important part of my life at Howard and has been in my thoughts since I heard that he was ill. My greatest memories are laughing until we cried, singing until we were hoarse and late night discussions. His mom taught me how to make cornbread stuffing, and so I remember them both every Thanksgiving.
Love, Miki
Chris Stevenson
December 24, 2011
RIP Ed Brown. Thank you for your great service.
December 6, 2011
Ed,
There was never one before and there shall never be one again! The Alpha and the Omega--the beginning and the end. Now I know what the intentions were!!
G. Freeman
December 4, 2011
May God bless your family at this difficult time.
Stephen McKiernan
December 4, 2011
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Eddie Charles Brown, Jr. I want to send my condolences to the entire Brown family. Ed was one of eleven national Civil Rights leaders who graced the West Chester University of Pennsylvania campus twelve years ago when we honored the late Bayard Rustin over a two day period. As the organizer of this event, I had the opportunity to meet and talk with Ed at length on many topics linked to the conference. He was a humble leader who let his actions do all the talking from his early years with SNCC through our event in 1999. One lasting impression I will never forget was the love he had for his brother H. Rap Brown and the friendship he had with the other national leaders who attended. Again, my condolences to his precious family and friends. His legacy is a sound one for his life has meaning due to all the people he touched, loved, cared for and fought for over a long life of activism. RIP Ed--RIP
December 4, 2011
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Eddie Charles Brown
Spencer Nash
December 2, 2011
Our prayers are with you in your time of bereavement. We will certainly miss Ed. He was a great asset to Delta Foundation and MACE. Most of the time he would visit Greenville, MS, he would stop by just to say hello.
Sincerely, Spencer Nash, President & CEO and its Board of Directors and staff)
Jay Suber
December 1, 2011
Ed's successful exploits in the Civil and Votings Rights movements are legendary…and those soldiers of truth who walked, stood, and traversed the barriers along side him will never let his achievements be forgotten, indeed all of us currently benefit from his lifelong, trans-continental and global, human rights advocacy.
Ed was our friend. Valerie and I will cherish the memories of the wonderful gatherings between our families, the superb meals, the laughter and the thoughtful and deeply insigtful conversations that could go on long into the night…the intellectual perspectives and vast experiences Ed shared were always broad and inclusive, whether the discussions centered on social issues, media, African Art, or New Orlean's cuisine and beyond. All of us would respectfully end our comments with, “well Ed what do you think?” Ed knew more than we did. Ed was wiser.
We love you Ed. We tenderly carry you and your loving wife Valinda and all the Brown family in our hearts.
Jay and Valerie Suber and Family (Atlanta, GA)
November 30, 2011
I wish to send my condolences to the family of Eddie Brown. I appreciate his efforts toward eliminating injustice. I too long for the end of all injustices. God purposes to do away with all injustices - "Look! A king will reign for righteousness itself; and as respects princes, they will rule as princes for justice itself. And in the wilderness justice will certainly reside, and in the orchard righteousness itself will dwell. Isaiah 32:1, 16
Glenda Ford
November 30, 2011
My sincere sympathy, May you continue to feel comforted by the love of family and friends. God is good a stronghold in the day of distress. And he is cognizant of those seeking a refuge in him.
Long Family
November 30, 2011
Brown Family,
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during your bereavement. Look forward to the day when we all can say, "Death where is your victory? Death where is your sting? (1 Cor. 25:56). Until that time arrives, maintain your most holy faith.
John
November 29, 2011
You have my deepest sympathy on your lost, please read John five:28-29 whenever you can. Hope it gives you comfort.
Felton Eaddy
November 28, 2011
Dear Valinda
Condolences. What a voice; what a powerful and brilliant man we have all been blessed to know. I ache for you, for I know your grief is greatest. You have my deepest sympathy.
Mae Gentry
November 28, 2011
Valinda,
My deepest condolences on the loss of our dear Ed. We had some grand times together, didn't we? You two were always so gracious when I dropped by your house unannounced, hoping something delicious was on the stove or that I could just spend a few minutes in your company. I'm blessed to have known Ed and will treasure our friendship forever.
TB
November 28, 2011
My deepest sympathies. Soon sickness and death will be brought to nothing (1Cor. 15:26). But until that time please rely on God for comfort and peace.
Jim Alexander
November 28, 2011
It's all about what you leave, you take nothing with you.
Let Brother Ed's service speak for him. Peace and heartfelt condolences to the family.
Jim Alexander
Sala Udin
November 28, 2011
On hot summer evenings in the Mississippi Delta, we looked forward to Ed Brown's visits, where he would regale us for hours of story telling, like "The Signifying Monkey," "Stagger Lee" and many many more. RIP Ed. You left this world better than when you entered it.
Hanisha
November 28, 2011
Eddie Charles Brown Jr. Family:
I am sorry for your loss. Mr. Brown tried to do all he could to serve others during his life, he will be missed greatly. May friends, family, fond memories & our Heavenly Father Jehovah be of comfort to you during this time of grief.
November 28, 2011
To the Brown Family,
May all of you find comfort in the God of all comfort during this difficulty time. Psalms 62:7-8.
~JR, Ga
A O
November 27, 2011
To The Brown Family,
May you find peace in all the wonderful memories that you have, and may they comfort you in addition to all the visits, well wishes, and internet signings. May the thoughts at the 23rd Psalms bring you comfort as well.
With Deepest Sympathy
Kimberly
November 27, 2011
To The Family Of Eddie Brown: I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort help you in this most difficult time. (2 Cor. 1:3,4)
LYNN BROWN
November 27, 2011
ANOTHER GREAT MAN HAS PASSED ON RIP MR. BROWN
November 27, 2011
Deepest condolences to the Brown family.
November 27, 2011
November 27,2011
May the God of comfort strengthen and sustain you during this time. Isaiah 51:12 says "I..I myself am the One that is comforting you people."
Texas
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