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Glenda Purham-Brown Obituary
Glenda Purham-Brown, 54, beloved wife of Attorney Conrell Brown and mother of State Representative Ronald Reynolds, wife Jonita, and Christopher Brown, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2011.
Born July 26, 1956, the oldest child of seven, to the loving parents of Reverend Louis T. and Mary Purham, was a co-founder and name Partner at the law firm of Brown, Brown & Reynolds, P.C. Purham-Brown was known to most as a devoted wife, mother, sister, friend, attorney, and advocate, who gave over 100 percent for the betterment of others.
In 1978, Glenda received a B.A. in Secondary Education from Lane College, located in Jackson, TN. Later, she obtained her J.D. in 1991, from Atlanta Law School and was admitted into the State Bar of Georgia in November 1991. Glenda was licensed in the Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia, United States District Court, Northern District of Georgia and the Southern District of Texas. Glenda's professional associations included: State Bar of Georgia, The Gate City and Bar Association, National Bar Association, National Organization of Social Security Claimant's Representatives, American Bar Association, Houston Lawyers Association, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
Her family will forever cherish her precious memories. Purham-Brown is survived by Conrell Brown (husband), Representative Ron Reynolds (son), Chris Brown (son), Dr. Jonita Reynolds (daughter in law), Lacey Reynolds (granddaughter), and parents: Reverend Louis and Mary Purham; brothers: Reverend Aaron L. Purham (Deborah), Reverend Reginald Purham (Corrie), Sidney Purham; sisters: Patricia A. Baldwin, Antoinette Windham (Audrey), Arnita F. Lovett (Sam); Godchildren: Morgan Miller, Ryian Reed, Vaughn Veal, and Haven Williams; niece and play-sister: Marceil Veal; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family, and a network of friends and colleagues.
For those desiring, donations in her memory, may be sent to The Glenda Faye Purham-Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund; Lane College, 545 Lane Avenue; Jackson, Tennessee 38301. Notes of condolence may be sent to 6565 West Loop South, Suite 115; Bellaire, Texas 77401.
Open to the public, the viewing is from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m., on Saturday, April 16, 2011. Funeral services will follow beginning at 10 a.m., at Brookhollow Baptist Church - The Church Without Walls, 5725 Queenston Blvd., Houston, Texas 77084.
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Memories and Condolences
for Glenda Purham-Brown
natalie george
January 7, 2012
I very sorry to hear that a great women as herself has pass away. I know that heaven has a place for her. I thank you for helping me I will always be grateful for what she has done for me. May God be with her family.
Kathey Mercer
April 21, 2011
Rev. & Sister Purham,Patricia,Conrell and the entire family,
There are really no words that can truly express our deepest sympathy for your loss. May God comfort and keep you in His loving care. Our prayers are with you from Kathey, Michael, Wanita, Dione and Corey. Mercer/Bedell Family
Melvin Carter
April 20, 2011
To Conrell and Family,
My love for the family of Glenda Purham-Brown is to say the least for Glenda was a special friend to me. I share the memories of her beauty and eager to become a lawyer for which she did. I am from Jackson, Tn and will never ever forget her.
April 18, 2011
Conrell,
May God bless you and your family during your time of sorrow. You are in our prayers.
We love you. Sharon Jo Hughes and family
Minnie McCray
April 18, 2011
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.
April 16, 2011
To Conrell and Family,
My love to the family, our heartfelt sympathy to family, Glenda was like a sister to us, she repensented my father 's case and won of course. we us to talk about being away from home (Tennessee) all the time, She will truly be missed. May God give you all strength. Love Cedric and Karen Johnson, (Houston, Texas) and the Lloyd Bohannon family.
Charles & Stephanie Fuller
April 16, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
April 15, 2011
Dear Patricia and Family,
I extend heartfelt sympathy at this time as you mourn the loss of Glenda.
The times we shared at Metropolitan will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I know the Lord will see you through even a tough time like this.
Love & Prayers,
Rev. Trudye Thompson, Pastor
Dawson Chapel CME Church
St. Augustine, Florida
Mary Walker-Lewis
April 15, 2011
To: Conrell Brown
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of sorrow. May God bless you and your family.
Doris Lovelady
April 15, 2011
Rev. Purham & family, you have my deepest sympothy for your loss. I know how much each of your children mean to you. I use to baby sit them when you were pastoring at Lane Chapel C.M.E. church & they each were a joy. May God keep you, Bless you & heal your hearts & spirits. I am Doris Nesbitt Lovelady. I know the signatures would not allow for all of the name so I thought I'd better give my maden name here. You & your family will be in my heart & prayers.
April 15, 2011
OUR CONDOLENCES GOES OUT TO THE PURHAM-BROWN
FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS THIS WONDERFUL FAMILY.
THE HOLT FAMILY DORIS GEORGIA LINNDA DARNELLA
AND PETE.
Gloria Millender
April 15, 2011
Our thoughts & prayers to Rev. Purham & family..although many yrs..passed...great memories linger
Rev. Ruby Mullins & Daughter (Gloria)
Chyrl Dianne Beard-Anders
April 15, 2011
To the Purham Family, I am so sorry for the losed of ur love one.Just know that many people are praying that God send the family comfort in the time of sorrow. I was very surprise to get the news of Glenda death. I know this is one family that know God don't make mistakes. To be absent from this body and of this world is to know you r present with the Lord. So Glenda, you rest in peace. Because God will rap his loving arms around your family, and give them peace and comfort at this difficult time. You truly will be missed by anyone that knew u and came in contact with you. Your family love u, but our Father in Heaven loved u more. So u got on that glory train.Just remember we all got to get on that train one day. So lets get our house in order so oneday we can meet all our love one again. So Glenda, rest in peace until I travel that road to glory, and see u again.
jessie moore
April 15, 2011
Extending our sympathies to the family of Mrs Glenda Purham-Brown.
Former Classmates Lane College 1976
Jessie Chatman
April 15, 2011
Glenda and I were Business Majors at Lane College in Jackson TN., our home town, during the early 70's. We also had a Creative Writing Cass at Jackson State Community College also here in Jackson TN. She was always a lady who took pride in her role as a mother. She took her education seriously and encouraged others by not only talking the talk, but walking the walk.
I extend heartfelt sympathies to the family of Glenda. God never makes mistates and He never puts more on us than we can bear. You are in my prayers and Heaven is a much more beautiful place with the presence of Glenda. May God Bless you as you process, accept and lean on His Everlasting Arms.
Ms Jessie Moore-Chatman
Jackson TN
April 15, 2011
We are praying for your family. May God bless and comfort as you all remember times shared with Glenda. God is the God of all comfort and He will keep you even in this hour.
The Robinson Family(William & Peggy) of Metropolitan CME Houston,Tx
Johnetta Turner Ashley
April 15, 2011
Passionate condolences to you and the entire family. God is "Too Perfect" to make a mistake, and "Too Just" to be unkind. Just know that God loves and cares for you. Be Blessed.
LaQuita Emanuel
April 15, 2011
Nana,
Although I have never had the chance to meet you I thank you and your family for accepting my son Oscar into your home on countless number of occassions. The times he shared with you has created life long memories for he, Vaughn and Scooter. I know you are smiling down from heaven now because you were very instrumental in their becoming the great young men that they are today. May God be with your family at this most difficult time.
Freddia Newton-Bradley~
April 15, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Metropolitan CME Church Steward Board~
April 15, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Oscar Roberson
April 15, 2011
I Love U Nana.I'm Greatful for every moment I've shared with you and Uncle Conrell. The time we shared was a great part of my life. Thank You for excepting me in your family.
Marilyn Walker-Hudson
April 15, 2011
My deepest condolences to Patricia and the entire Family. May GOD grant you peace during this difficult time of grief.
Carmena Mackey
April 15, 2011
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Christian Sympathy is extended to the Purham-Brown Family. May God strengthen and comfort you now and forever.
Praying Always
charlotte dever-garner
April 15, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of glenda brown what a wonderful person to have known over the years. How great of a woman she was sweet very caring and kind she will be miss by so many people . To the family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Angelina Broussard
April 15, 2011
Im so sorry for your loss. You and your sons are in my thoughts and prayers. Always remember the love u two shared. I remember when u told me about her.... how happy u were to have her in your life. Angelina Broussard Jackson
April 14, 2011
Family...we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. Our prays are with you.
Pat Robinson Thomas & Harrold Lee Pines
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