Mr. Thomas "Bubba" Willie Brown,Jr.

Mr.  Thomas Willie “Bubba” Brown Jr. was born in Flint, Michigan, to Pecolia Nash and Thomas Willie Brown Sr. He graduated from Flint Northwestern High School and was baptized at an early age. “Bubba” also known as “Willie” worked for International Amusement Park Entertainment, retiring after 20 years of dedicated service. 

“Bubba” was a giant of a man who loved the Lord and people. He had a heart of gold and was always the life of a party. He enjoyed dancing, music, playing cards, watching good movies, and sports. His favorite teams were the Detroit Lions and the Michigan Wolverines. After retiring, “Bubba” became obsessed with watching court TV, the Steve Wilko Show, and Law & Order without interruption.  

“Bubba” truly loved and enjoyed being with family and friends, enjoying special events and holidays together.  He never met a stranger and often went out of his way to help others. To so many, “Bubba” was like an ambassador.  He had a personality like no other, and a smile that would light up the room. And yes, he had his own style and was a comedian in many ways.  

“Bubba” loved being a father and grandfather. His daughter LaTacha and his grandchildren were the joy of his life. He was always excited to travel to see them and enjoyed every moment. “Bubba,” let it be known that his daughter and grandchildren were simply the greatest gift God ever gave him. 

“Bubba” leaves to cherish his memories his daughter; LaTacha Stephen, of Kansas City, Kansas; 4 grandchildren; Deonte Stephen, of Flint, MI. Deshanaye Edelen, Daylan Edelen, and Dominic Edelen, all of Kansas City, Kansas; 6 great-grandchildren; Deonte Stephen Jr., Ahmad Edelen, Daniel Edelen, Leah Edelen, of Flint, MI. and twins Ja’Merrion and Ja’Merria Edelen, of Kansas City, Kansas; 1 sister, Drenda (Billy) Knighten, of Toledo, OH; 5 nieces, Camille (Mark) Lockett, and LaShawn (Vincent) Daniels, of Toledo, OH., Montiette McGlown and Marion (Iris) Broady of Detroit, MI., and Jordyn Knighten, of Toledo, OH.; 5 nephews, Charles Barbee, Quint (Suzette) Barbee, Dawntwai Hubbard, and Daren Ashburn Jr., of Flint, MI,, and Joshua Edwards, of Toledo, OH; ­­10 great nieces; 6 great nephews; 10 great-great nieces; and 6 great-great nephews; 1 aunt, Luvenia (Lannie) Presley, of Cleveland, OH. and a host of relatives and friends, including; special friend, Jinnie Ponder, of Columbus, OH, special son, Alante Ponder, special daughter, Marion Ponder, mother of his daughter, Stella (Michael) Brown, of Flint, MI. and a host of cousins and special friends, including but not limited to, Booker T. Stephen, Rick Stephen, Lamar Miller, Randall Hopkins, Bobbi Guerra, Ralph Huerrera, Tommy Savage, Terry Rider, Wayne Jones, Donovan, Steemer , and the entire Webster Rd. Crew.

Mr. Thomas “Bubba” Willie Brown Jr. was preceded in death by his parents, Pecolia Brooks and Thomas Willie Brown Sr.; grandparents; four sisters, Gloria Barbee, Johnnie Mae Nash, Carolyn Ann Hubbard, and Patricia Ann Woods;  niece, Marquinnus Barbee-Morgan;  nephew, Rajay Barbee; 2 uncles, Hubert Nash and John Nash.