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Richard Brown Obituary
Richard Calvin Brown, Jr., 78, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 18, 2009.
Richard was born April 26, 1931 in Dechard, Tennessee, to Richard Calvin and Fannie Elizabeth Brown. He attended Akron Public Schools. He matriculated at Kent State University, after graduating from North High School. Richard was reared in the Coburn Street Church of God, Akron, Ohio. He gave his life to the Lord at Refuge Missionary Baptist Church in Springfield, Ohio and later joined Second Baptist Church in Akron, Ohio where he was ordained to the deacon ministry in 1987. Richard was drafted into the Army in 1951. He fought in Korea attached to the 101st Airborne Division, 351st Group, and 28th Trucking Company where he was promoted to the rank of Corporal. He received an honorable discharge in July 1953 and received a commendation medal for meritorious service with ribbons pendant. He fought in four major battles. On August 30, 1953, Richard was united in holy matrimony to Sara Alice Finley and to this union was born two children, Ernest and Richelle. He was employed with the City of Akron for five years and retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company after forty-six years of service. He exemplified the gifts of help and serving. Throughout his life he enjoyed following his children in all of their endeavors locally and nationally. Some things that he enjoyed were sports (he was an excellent bowler), trying out new restaurants and cooking. Richard was a committed husband, father, grandfather, great-grand-father, father-figure, loved one, provider, protector, and friend to many others. He served Akron faithfully as a community activist.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard, Sr. and Fannie Brown; brother, Howard R. Brown; his sister, Donna M. Brown; son-in-law, Byrone Gaines. He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 55 years, Sara Alice (Finley) Brown; son, Ernest Calvin (Antoinette) Brown, Sr. of Springfield, Ohio; daughter, Richelle J. Speigner-Gaines of Akron, Ohio; sister, Gloria Peavy of Greenbelt, Maryland; grandchildren, Ernest C. (Jayna) Jr., Tiffany, Sara, and Richard; great-grandchildren, Lyric, Darryl, Eden, Brayden, and Elise; goddaughter, Alyce R. Jackson-Bostick; sisters-in-law, Mamie R. Toole, Frances K. (Theodore) Welch, C. Joyce Finley-Johnson (William), and Dorothy F. (Grady) Welch and special sister-in-law, Paula Brown; special nieces, Elizabeth Peavy and Chimene Brown; extended family members, Johnny and Dorothy Hullum and a host of other nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Services will be held Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 12 p.m. at The House Of The Lord, 1650 Diagonal Rd., Akron, Ohio 44320, F. Josephus Johnson II officiating. Interment at Ohio Western Reserve on Friday, July 24, 2009 at 11 a.m. Friends may call at the church from 11 a.m. until time of service. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 764 Storer Ave., Akron, OH 44320.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Brown
Jena Johnson
December 29, 2009
To The Brown Family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We lived across the street from each other for years, grew up together, celebrated together. Mrs Brown, Rochelle and Ernest (Butch) I send my love and prayers always. Jena Johnson
Kim Spigner
July 27, 2009
To The Brown Family,
Our prayers are with you all, Richard was like family to all of us and we share in your sorrow. He was truly a blessing and a wonderful man, we had some good times with him and Howard years ago at 807 Coburn St. We pray God's peace will comfort you all and continue to surround you during this tuff time.
In our prayers
The Driskill Family
July 26, 2009
Rochelle and the Brown Family:
My prayers are with you and your family during this time of bereavement.
Fredricka Blake (Gladman)
Jonesboro, GA
[email protected]
abro washington
July 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Al Bragg
July 23, 2009
I'm offering my condolences to the Brown family. Dick and I worked together at Goodyear for many years.He was always a great guy and a great leader.
John White
July 23, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to your family
John M & LuAnn D White
Kathy Tolbert
July 23, 2009
To the Brown family,Billie and Nealya Carter. My prayers are with you all in this trying time.May your faith in God bring you comfort and strenght. Know that many others are sharing in your sorrow.
Ida Comstock Hall
July 23, 2009
Dear Sara, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Hope to still see you at our reunion later this year...
Davison & Greene Law Offices
July 23, 2009
To the Brown Family,
We were truly sorry to hear of your loss. We extend our deepest sympathy.
Donald & Barbara Henry
July 23, 2009
Mrs. Brown, Pastor and Family
Know that your in our thoughts, our prayers, and in our hearts. Peace be with you all.
Anthony & Robin Henry
July 23, 2009
To the Brown family know that we share your grief and the celebration of your father, husband, and friend Home going.
Peace be with you all
July 23, 2009
To Pastor Ernest Brown & Family...sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I am praying for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Donna Harris-Williams - St. Louis, MO
Tracy Walker
July 23, 2009
To the Brown Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Brown's passing I am praying for God's peace and comfort will surround and abide within each of you.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Sister Tracy A. Walker
THOTL (Deacon)
July 22, 2009
Mrs.Brown,Pastor and family,
Our prayers are with you.
May God continue to bless you all.
Our sincere sympathy, Sister Karyl Lewis & Sister Vicki Crowe
July 22, 2009
Mrs. Brown, Butch and Richelle,
We are so very sorry to hear of Mr. Brown's passing. He was a man to be admired for his strength of character, kindness, caring, goodness, and genorosity. A man such as he will be greatly missed from this world. We want to thank your family for blessing our family with many years of friendship.
Our sincere sympathy,
The Rogers/Weber family
July 22, 2009
To the family;
Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. We are praying that you will find comfort in the arms of God during this time.
Pastor J. Michael & Lady Sharon Martin, Sr.
Christ Is The Answer Ministries
Kim Martin
July 22, 2009
To the family of Mr. Brown, please accept our condolences at your loss. We know that the Lord will be with you today and in the days ahead. He will see you through. Laugh, cry, then smile, as you remember all of the wonderful good times. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Merriah Croston and
Erick & Sabrina Collins
July 22, 2009
To the Brown Family,
We are joining with countless others in prayer for you all. Pastor Brown, as you've said many times before, this is a celebration in that God has called one His faithful servants home. His pain has ended on earth and joy has begun in heaven. Pastor and Toni, please know that you are loved and my family stands ready to help in any way if called upon. May God continue to Bless your family and provide peace during this time.
Felicia , Alexsis and Jordan Johnson
July 22, 2009
To Pastor Brown and Family; We are so sorry to hear of your loss, just take peace and knowing that he is resting in God's arms. May God continue to give you a peace that surpasses all understanding, our prayers are with the entire Brown family. We Love You
The Johnson's
Janice Turner
July 22, 2009
Sara, Ernest, Rochelle and Family,
I was sadden to learn of your loved one's passing. May God's love comfort and sustain during this difficult time.
July 22, 2009
To: Mrs. Brown, Shelly and Sara Family,
So sorry to hear the passing of Mr. Brown. Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Your Cousin,
Jeannett Turner, Donovan Jr & Angelique.
MARVA BUCHANAN -BROADDUS
July 22, 2009
ROCHELLE,
I WAS VERY SADDENED TO HEAR OF YOUR FATHER'S PASSING I REMEMBER MR. BROWN BACK FROM OUR WEST JR. HIGH DAYS. HE WAS A VERY LOVING AND RESPECTABLE MAN AND I KNOW THAT YOU WERE PROUD TO SAT THAT HE WAS YOUR DAD.
HANGE IN THERE!
Don Gates
July 22, 2009
To the Brown family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you that God will comfort you and give you peace during this time of saddness.
Deacon Don and Sister Shirley Gates
Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
July 22, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Phyllis Komerofsky
July 21, 2009
Mrs. Brown,
I was so sorry to read of your husband's passing. I recall our last conversation at AGMC in the ER a few months ago. Both of our husbands were very ill at the time. Mine passed away on July 11 so I know how you are all feeling right now. May your memories comfort you in the days ahead.
Phyllis Komerofsky
July 21, 2009
To the Brown Family
Our prayers are with you.
The Mt.Pilgrim Baptist Church of
Springfield, Ohio
Rev. James H. Gavin, Pastor
Annette, Rachel, & Aaron Bush
July 21, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marsha/Tierra Jones/Christopher
July 21, 2009
To the Brown Family,
Our prayers are with you. Offering our deepest heartfelt sympathy.
May God Bless Your Family,
July 21, 2009
Mrs. Brown, Shelly and Sara, and the entire Brown Family
"Just another reason to get to HEAVEN!" Know that GOD is a keeper as you live with loving memories of your husband, father and grand-father.
B/Blessed
Marcia
Rhealyn (Avery) Richards
July 21, 2009
To the Brown Family,
We are so sorry for your loss on earth, but heaven is rejoicing in the gain of yet another great solider of the Lord. May God bless and keep you all. We love you all and are praying that you may have the peace and comfort to make it through this rough time.
Love and Prayers, The Avery and Richards Family
Mary Heckert
July 21, 2009
I met Richard while working with Sara at AGMC, he would be there to pick her up from work and I would chat wih him while he was waiting. I found that he loved to cook and that he adored Sara and did many things for her to make her life easier. I know that he will be missed. God bless you Sara and Family, you are in my prayers.
Robin Adamson
July 21, 2009
To the Family,
May the Lord contiune to bless your family in time of sorrow.I will keep you all in prayer I know how great the loss is right now.
Ron Duckworth
July 21, 2009
To the family,i met Mr.Brown my senior year at Buchtel High.He had a way of suggesting without telling.He will truly be missed,God bless you all in your time of sadness.Rejoice for he is in a better place. 'DUCK'
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