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The community has lost a standard bearer for excellence. May his legacy inspire and comfort you and your family during this difficult time in your life.
Carlton Sykes
September 01, 2009 | Chesapeake, VA


Norfolk, Virginia
Robert Lee Brown Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Lee Brown Jr., 52, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, Aug. 19. 2009. Born in Norfolk, Robert was the son of Robert L. Brown Sr. and the late Dr. Lois Wilson Brown. He was a 1975 graduate of Bayside High School, Virginia Beach. He later...
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Carlton Sykes
September 01, 2009 | Chesapeake, VA
Robert was my dear friend. Often we would meet and sit and talk of our students and our love of teaching them music. Whether we met at an All State Chorus or Honors Choir event, he always had time to visit. I will continue his work, as he was a blessing to all of us.
Susan Cocke
August 31, 2009 | Portsmouth, VA
I offer condolences to Robert's father and family. We now all must carry on without him.
I shared many a good meal and many a good time with Robert. He touched the lives of both my daughters as their teach and accompanist at the Governor's School. I even turned pages for him as he accompanied students during recitals. He tolerated my unprofessional technique with prodding glee.
I am left with a wonderful last memory I share. I visited him on Tuesday, August 18th. He gave me a huge...
Peter Heyl
August 26, 2009 | Norfolk, VA
What a loss we on Earth are feeling, but oh how the music resounds in Heaven with Mr. Brown leading the angels in song!!!
My family and I are truly saddened by the news of Mr. Brown's passing because he played such a role in our lives. We used to "follow" the Granby Singers to many of their performances and simply adored his spirit, his personality, and his unfailing ability to not only encourage these young people to sing, but to inspire them to sing stronger and with more...
Jane Dohrmann
August 25, 2009 | Norfolk, VA
I am profoundly sorry to hear of Mr. Brown's death. I was fortunate to have him as a vocal coach in 1993 and 1994 at the Governor's School. His personality and candidness were always welcomed. God's comfort and peace to your family.
Andrew Odom
August 25, 2009 | Barnesville, GA
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Brown family. I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Brown, he always brought such joy and laughter to our chorus classes. He will be missed.
Granby H.S. 92
Christina Spivey
August 25, 2009 | Norfolk, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you . He was a great teacher and man. I was a student in chorus at Granby High.
Tracy Reitnouer
August 25, 2009 | Norfolk, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
evangela corprew
August 25, 2009 | Norfolk, VA
My deepest sympathies on the passing of a dear friend. My prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of grief.
Joe Tate
August 25, 2009 | Virginia Beach, VA