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Jack L. Brown VIRGINIA BEACH - Jack Lester Brown, 64, long-time resident of Virginia Beach, passed away Friday, Sept. 10, 2010. Jack was born in Portsmouth, son of the late Marvin and Zelma Brown. He was predeceased by brothers, Robert Brown and Jeffrey Brown. Jack graduated from Churchland High School and attended Old Dominion University. He retired in 2008 after more than 20 years in the financial services industry. He was a member of the Youth Service Club (Exchange Club) and on the board of directors of the Old Coast Guard Station. He was an avid golfer and a loving and devoted grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; daughter, Katherine Garthright; sisters, Lena Mae Bologna and husband Louis, Priscilla Holman and husband Charles Jr., Lucy Hill and husband Paul, and brother the Rev. Marvin Brown and wife Sandy, stepchildren Chrissy Sokol, Matthew Marks, and Robin Bunster, and seven grandchildren. A memorial service will be conducted Wednesday, Sept. 15, at 1 p.m. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Youth Service Club at 1024 Windsor Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 12, 2010.

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Jack McGinn

September 16, 2010

Mary Ann; Anna and I are so very sad to hear of the news. Please accept our prayers for Jack and strength for you in the days ahead.

Jeff Waller

September 16, 2010

Mary Ann, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart and deepest condolences go out to you and your family.

Karen Lisota

September 15, 2010

Mary Ann, You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Thelma Buky

September 15, 2010

Mary Ann, please accept my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts.

John and Sharon McCormick

September 14, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to you and all of your family. Jack was loved in the Jackson Hewitt family, a wonderful asset to the business, a kind and caring individual who will be greatly missed. May God wrap His arms around you, and give you peace.

John Crow

September 13, 2010

Jack was a bright spot in all the lives he touched. He will be missed.
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Kurt Hepner

September 13, 2010

Mary Ann, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kurt Hepner, neighbor

Pat Iannatti

September 13, 2010

Mary Ann my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Teresa Shick

September 12, 2010

Mary Ann- My prayers are with you and the entire family.

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