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William BROWN Obituary
William was employed at Northrop Grumman as a pipe fitter for 33 years.
He is survived by his sons, William A. Brown Jr., Paris L. Brown and Dallas D. Brown all of Newport News; a lifelong companion, Gloria Saunders of Richmond; six grandchildren, Tyreeq, Malachai, Skye, Paris, Dallas Jr. and Paris C. Brown all of Newport News; six brothers, George Brown Jr. of Newport News, Harold Gates of New York, N.Y., Douglas of Hampton, Tyrone and David of New York, N.Y., and Sherman Brown of Alexandria, Va.; in addition he leaves other relatives and friends.
A service to celebrate his life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 17, at Smith Brothers Funeral Home. Interment is private. Family and friends will assemble for the service by 12:30 p.m. at Smith Brothers Funeral Home, 545 E. Mercury Blvd., Hampton, 723-4117. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for William BROWN
May 10, 2010
Bill, you were more than my brother, you were my friend, always there when I needed someone to talk too,Ilove and miss you, But in my heart you will always stay! with all my love and all my heart your little brother Doug,
Jean Brown (alias) Brenda Kelly
April 30, 2010
'WILL'- God bless you and your sons!
Thank you for what we shared. In all the memories of first things, you are remembered as exciting. I say if I may, "You belong to the city, with concrete under your feet, you are a man of the . . ." Thank you for helping me and teaching me. "The road was dark in Spanish Harlem (whew)."
Jean Brown (Alias) Brenda Kelly
April 30, 2010
Angie Brown
April 18, 2010
My dear love, friend, & husband,
Please let not your heart be troubled. Your love for Bill was so precious and pure. I adore and admire the love that you guys shared for one another. Seeing your love and friendship made me love you even more. God made you the older brother who always watched over the younger ones. All of your brothers love you and look to you for guidance. However, Bill always knew that you would be there for him and I thank God that you were. Bill & I had a special bond that was so amazing and loving. We always talked and make each other laugh, in spite of what he was going through. He even supported me when at times we did not agree on issues. So, let your heart be encouraged today because you took care of Bill the way a big brother should up to the end of his journey here on earth. Now he is having a halleluiah good time with Jesus. There is no more crying, no more sickness, and no more pain, but joy, unspeakable joy forever more.
I love you and will be there for you always.
Your love, friend, & wife,
Angie
Tereasa Hughes
April 17, 2010
My sympathy goes out to the family surrounding Bill today.
His children: Dallas loved his dad more than his own life. Dallas and Paris will tell you that Bill was a special dad, a dad that will remain in their minds for the rest of eternity. I’m sure they wish he could have stayed forever, but God has requested their dad to return home. The memories of their dad will never be forgotten.
His soul mate: For Gloria there is, that special smile, that face of a special someone that can’t be replaced. There is pleasure in knowing that Bill lives on in her heart forever and ever.
His family: While the family’s hearts are filled with sadness and tears today, I remind you to keep in mind the memories that haven’t pasted away. The love and joy, the laughter and pain, mostly the struggles, and not to mention the gains. All of these moments are cherished in memory of the life that Bill lived.
For Bill: Bill has spread his wings, gone up to heaven, no longer to suffer on this earth anymore. Bill’s time here on earth was short. We all can wish that he would have stayed, but they need him upstairs in heaven, where the angles have called him their way. Bill will be remembered at every whisper of a breeze, every butterfly that passes, every flicker of a candle, every day that the sun shines high, and every night when the stars are so very bright. A life time of memories is there to stay, with each and every family member that has passed Bill’s way.
Love you and keeping each of you in my prayers,
Alfred&Blanche Roberts
April 17, 2010
Dear George and Angie so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Be of good cheer for you both have depended on God in the past and he will never leave or forsake you.Rob and I care and will always keep you in our thoughts and prayers from your brother and sister in Christ Mr&Mrs Alfred Roberts
Shirley Stewart
April 16, 2010
To the Brown family, truly God is good and merciful.
Ernest Barber
April 16, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. May God be with you in you time of grief.
Demetree Wiley
April 16, 2010
That smile! That smile that you wore is that smile we all adore.That fond memory will be with us forever more...(peace)..Lu,De,Gerald Wiley ,
Evelina Johnson
April 16, 2010
For the Lord does not abandon anyone forever. Though he brings grief, he also shows compassion according to the greatness of his unfailing love."
Lamentations 3:22-26; 31-32 (NLT)
Martha Jones
April 16, 2010
Dear Brown Family,
May The God of All comfort keep you during this time of Bereavement. Although we will miss William he will live forever in our memories. The
troubles of this life is no more. He is at rest...Love Tony, Martha, Samuel Jones
Gary Carl
April 16, 2010
I will also miss Bill. He was a kind man with a gentle heart.
April 16, 2010
Bill;
You will be greatly missed. No more battles to fight May you rest in peace. We Loved you!
Wilbert & Joyce Lawrence
paris brown
April 16, 2010
To my father from paris
You are the greatest man Ive ever known.Without your guidance theres no telling where I would be. Thank you I love you. No more pain,stress,or drama. See you on the flip side."freefallin"
Abigail Williams
April 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 16, 2010
Bill Brown...You were a mentor and a friend. I'll always remember our times together. There have been few men I have looked up to in my life. You were one. I carry your influence in my heart and mind. You will be missed. Matt Shippey
Maria Saunders
April 15, 2010
To George and Family,
Your brother, Bill, was a very kind and gentle man. He will truly be missed. And I definitely will miss his smile and laugh.
Love your Sis,
Rev. & Mrs. Otis Sanders
April 15, 2010
To the Brown/Jones family:
We were deeply sadden to hear of the loss of Mr. Williams A. Brown Sr. May you find comfort in the Word of God ... "Casting all you cares upon Him, for He careth for you." 1 Peter 5:7
Rev. & Mrs Otis Sanders, Hampton, Va
Charlie Shippey
April 15, 2010
Bill, you will be greatly missed by friends and family. I am privileged to have been your friend for over thirty years.
Even though we lost contact over the years you were frequently in my thoughts.
Your friend,
Charlie Shippey
Luella Kirkendall-Wiley
April 15, 2010
To my Great Uncle with a heart of gold and a wonderful smile, you will be greatly missed. Love Always "little lulu"
Shirley Brown, Mann
April 15, 2010
Uncle William you will be in my heart forever! Now you are at rest and you can rest in the arms of your Dad & Mom. You will be missed by all your love ones. We love you!
April 15, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Brown Family, my step-father will be missed, he was a great man with an sincere heart. Love always the Sanabria family....I miss my brothers
Dave Luckey
April 15, 2010
Uncle William you will be greatly missed and I think the Lord for the time we did share together...You are in a better place now ...Love you
Gloria Saunders
April 15, 2010
Always and Forever. My Love, My Heart.
Pamela Jameson
April 15, 2010
Bill you will be missed.
Pamela Jameson
April 15, 2010
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
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