Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Nashville, Tennessee
Age 88
Paul Brown, age 88, of Nashville, TN, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2017. He was best known for leading singing in the Churches of Christ for 70 years, specifically at West End Church of Christ, Fourth Avenue Church of Christ in Franklin, and most recently Vultee Church of Christ. A native of Murfreesboro, he is survived by his wife of 61 years, Emma Thomas Brown, his children Larry Brown and wife Shannon and Linda Butts and husband Joel, and his grandchildren Emily and Ethan Butts.
A memorial worship service of celebration in song will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, October 15, 2017 at the Granny White Church of Christ, with visitation one hour before. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to “In Search of the Lord’s Way,” a program Paul and Emma listened to each Sunday morning, P.O. Box 371, Edmond, OK 73083.
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Offering my condolences. As you remember your love one, as Almighty God heals your broken hearts, may your treasured memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure. (Psalm 147:3)
October 14, 2018
I am very sorry for your loss. May God give you the strength you need to get through this very difficult time (Phillipians 4:13) For all things I have the strength through the one who gives me power.
October 25, 2017
Paul has been on my mind the last few days, and I didn't know why. I Googled his name today and saw the obituary. I'm sorry.
Paul baptized me in Baton Rouge when I was young (1958 or so), and I've always thought so fondly of him. He was one of the good ones.
May God hold you in His hands at this time of earthly sorrow.
Ellen Reece
October 25, 2017 | Atlanta, GA
I have sweet memories of Paul being the wonderful song leader at West End when we were all young parents raising our children. He and Jim Bill were a mighty combination,and the worship was powerful, thanks to Paul. He was the best! My children still talk about the impact that season of their lives had on them. Love and blessings to each of you, Emma, Larry, and Linda.
Marilyn Williams
October 17, 2017
Emma, Larry, and Linda,
Just a brief expression of my sympathy to you on the loss of such a wonderful husband and father. I have always thought of Paul as one of the best ministers of music and acapella singing in the fellowship of the Church of Christ. I have had speaking and preaching appointments wherein Paul was the song director and so had my late dad, a fact that Paul would remind me of. We all know so well that Paul led singing not only for the Sunday worship at the...
Perry Cotham
October 14, 2017 | Brentwood, TN
Sending love and my condolences. Paul and I attended church together at Church Street Church of Christ and were at David Lipscomb College together from 1952-1956.
LaRue Moss
October 13, 2017 | Lewisburg, TN
Dear Emma, Linda & Larry, We just wanted to write and express our deepest sympathy in the passing of Paul. He was so good to me personally and always encouraged me in my work & endeavors. Paul was a mighty tool in the hands of God to encourage the saints. God gave Paul a gift in music, song leading & Christian Education. Paul used his gifts to honor & glorify his creator. You certainly have our condolences! Jim & Dawn Taylor
Jim & Dawn Taylor
October 13, 2017 | Franklin, TN
Dear Emma and Family,
I send my condolences to your family. I never had the opportunity to meet Paul but I have had the pleasure to work for his brother for many years. My heart goes out to your family and I will keep you in my prayers.
Amber Burgess
October 13, 2017 | Red Bluff, CA
Dear Emma, Larry, & Linda,
I remember the good times we had together when you lived in Memphis . Also remember visiting you in Nashville. I especially remember when Johnnie and I visited with Paul and Emma took us to the Grand Ole Opry . I will keep you in my prayers. In Christian love, Wanda Davis
October 13, 2017
