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Kennedy Brown Obituary

Kennedy Rae Brown 15, passed away peacefully at Houston Hospice on July 19, 2014 with her parents by her side. She battled brain cancer for nearly 2 years. Born February 4, 1999 in Houston, she'd just completed her freshman year at Carnegie Vanguard High School. Her wish was to attend her dad's alma mater, the University of Texas, and ultimately, to become a doctor.
Kennedy was a planner, thinker, artist, and adventurer always having her eye on the future while enjoying the present. She had a genuine love of life and people, especially babies. From a young age, she was a voracious reader with an interest in anything related to technology, earning her the title of "family tech support". Like many in the family she was a sports enthusiast playing soccer, basketball and swimming throughout her life. Kennedy was a loving daughter, sister and friend who made everything more fun. In fact, many gatherings were initiated by her simple request as it was almost impossible to tell her no. She has touched many in her short life. All will miss her beautiful smile, infectious laugh and sparkling brown eyes.
She is survived by her loving family: parents Sigrid and Tony Brown, brothers Carson and Mason all of Houston, grandparents, Ike and Rita Brown, of Port Arthur, Texas, and countless aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on (Thursday) July 24, 2014 from 9-9:55 a.m., Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. both services will be held at St. Mary of the Purification Catholic Church, 3006 Rosedale St., Houston, TX 77004. Interment will follow in Houston Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Sunshine Kids of Houston in Kennedy's honor.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Jul. 23, 2014.

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Fawillie Montgomery

July 17, 2022

Love given and received never dies.

Billie Montgomery

July 21, 2021

Thanks be to God for allowing me to experience Kennedy's spirit, forever present and alive in my heart.

Lillie Lewis

July 17, 2020

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, and still missed so very dear!
RIH Kennedy

August 14, 2014

"Gone Too Soon"
Like A Comet
Blazing 'Cross The Evening Sky
Gone Too Soon

Like A Rainbow
Fading In The Twinkling Of An Eye
Gone Too Soon

Shiny And Sparkly
And Splendidly Bright
Here One Day
Gone One Night

Like The Loss Of Sunlight
On A Cloudy Afternoon
Gone Too Soon

Like A Castle
Built Upon A Sandy Beach
Gone Too Soon

Like A Perfect Flower
That Is Just Beyond Your Reach
Gone Too Soon

Born To Amuse, To Inspire, To Delight
Here One Day
Gone One Night

Like A Sunset
Dying With The Rising Of The Moon
Gone Too Soon

Gone Too Soon

Tia Conroy

August 10, 2014

Rest in peace Kennedy. My condolences to the family.

Llonda Toney

August 4, 2014

Prayers of comfort and precious memories for the Brown Family.

Charnessa Whichard

August 3, 2014

I was just reading about your beautiful daughter today and oh how my heart aches for your family. Her smile is so beautiful and I believe people with beautiful smiles have to have a beautiful heart. Find peace in knowing that she suffers no more. May God keep your family safe just as he's keeping Kennedy safe. You are in my prayers.

Erin Quigley

July 30, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Misha & Patrick Gabriel

July 30, 2014

Sending our prayers and condolences to the Brown family during this difficult time.

July 26, 2014

My prayers and thoughts are with you during these trying times and has been a constant on my mind since hearing about Kennedy's illness. I see your family in church, so strong, but we have never met. I hurt for you. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

Andrew & Deloris Durgin

July 25, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your many memories bring you comfort.

Monique Collins

July 25, 2014

My prayers are with you. I always talk about Kennedy to my family so much they feel as though they know her. I told my husband if we ever had a daughter her name would be Kennedy Rae. No matter what kind of day I was having at the library when Kennedy came in she made me smile. She was so sweet and always made sure Mason and Carter said please and thank you. I will continue to pray for you guys for I know it will never get easier but her wonderful memory will live on for ever.

Jeretta Randon-Crain

July 25, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kelley Lewis

July 25, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Kennedy will always have a special place in my heart. Be Encouraged! Kelley Lewis

Stuti Patel

July 24, 2014

God bless your family.

July 24, 2014

May happy memories carry you through this time of sorrow. May angels walk with you today and always. The Beckham Family, Huey, Dana & Gabrielle(Kolter Elem)

Melloul Family

July 24, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. Be encouraged and know that God holds her in his arms and peace is her covering. God bless you. From: Ronen, Yair, Rod and Yudith Melloul.

Brigitte & Tori Weston, & Family

July 24, 2014

Your sweet girl is now your Angel in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, all.
Rest with God, Sweet Kennedy, you will be deeply missed!

Lillie Lewis

July 23, 2014

To the Brown Family Kennedy is safely home resting in arms!!I hope you find peace knowing she's okay now!!

Cassandra Dutton

July 23, 2014

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. May you stay strong in your hours of sorrow. God is, God will be and God will keep your family.

M R

July 23, 2014

My condolences to the Brown family. May the family look to our Heavenly Father for comfort during this difficult time. He understand your pain and sorrow. He will give you comfort and peace because, he cares about you. May the wonderful memories bring you much comfort .

Linda Johnson

July 23, 2014

Even though I didn't know this beautiful young lady personally or the family, but my heart and prayers goes out to you all! Kennedy is in a much better place where there is no more suffering! May God Bless All!

Auntie Nicque

July 23, 2014

"We'll understand it better, by and by"

L.

July 23, 2014

To the family of young Kennedy Brown! U have my heartfelt sympathy in the lost of ur daughter, earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal, weeping may endure for a night but joy will truly come in due time. It's ok too shed tears that's what they r for.may u find comfort in knowing that GOD has ur back.

Pia Hughes

July 23, 2014

God has gained an amazing angel who will forever watch over her loved ones. Praying for strength and comfort for the family. If there is anything you need we are here and you have our support. Elia was a guest in your home a few months ago, which was the day I met Ms. Sigrid. Your family is one of grace, and you have my deepest sympathy.

July 23, 2014

I send my personal sympathy to the Brown family.
The death of a loved one brings grief and pain.
God's Word brings comfort and peace of mind.
Please read John 11:39-44.

Yvonne Blair

July 23, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Tarina Davis

July 23, 2014

Miss Kennedy my heart cried for you everyday. Your smile is so peaceful and warming. You ARE an amazing young woman and will always be in my heart!
To the family, you have all my love and prayers in this time of healing.
To my friend Heidi, be strong! Love u all

Denise Guillory

July 23, 2014

No more pain and suffering for Kennedy. May Her Soul Rests in Peace.

God Bless the Family

Jacques & Sharon Bland

July 23, 2014

Healing moves at its own pace. Be kind to yourself and take it one day at a time. I know your heart is aching and I am truly sorry for your loss. Sympathy wording is never easily expressed. I hope I have expressed my heartache and how much I love you.

July 23, 2014

TO THE FAMILY I,M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY YOU FIND PEACE IN GOD BECAUSE HE CARE FOR YOU PHILLIPIAN 4:6-7

Just a Mother & Brandmother

July 23, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Candance Brooks

July 22, 2014

Sigrid and Tony,

People often speak of how teachers touch the lives of their students. But, today, I want you to know how much Kennedy touched my heart. She was such an amazing kid! Of course I don't have to tell you that with Kennedy in class there was never a dull moment! I enjoyed her so much! She had such an incredible light inside of her and our world truly is darker in her absence. But, find peace in God's Word. I believe Him when he says in 1 Thessalonians 4 that you will see your baby again.

You and the boys remain in my prayers.

Love,
Ms. Brooks

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