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Paul Brown Obituary

BROWN, PAUL THOMAS - age 85, born in Knoxville on June 7, 1925, passed away June 1, 2011. He was a man full of faith, honor, and integrity, with a lifetime of service and love for his church, family and friends. Paul was a graduate of the University of Tennessee where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was a WWII veteran of the US Army. He dedicated a lifelong career to The Cherokees, also known as Saddlecraft, Inc., in Cherokee, NC, starting as a sales rep for 18 states across the country, later becoming President. Paul was a devoted member of Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church where he was honored to serve as deacon and elder, and on numerous committees. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Ethel Brown, and his wife, Gwendolyn Ferree Brown. His survivors include, daughters and son-in-law, Debbie Ledbetter, Paula and Quinton Fisher; grandsons, Paul Ledbetter, Rod Ledbetter, and Avery Fisher. The family is extremely grateful for the kindness, care, and loving support of the wonderful team at 3 Montvue (CPU) Parkwest Medical Center and Palliative Care Services, ET Personal Care Service, and NHC Place Assisted Living, Farragut. Following a private interment, there will be a memorial service Saturday, 4:00 PM, at Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church with Dr. L. Holton Siegling, Jr., Dr. Michael V. Stanfield, and Rev, Mark D. Lampley officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church in the Barron Hall. In lieu of flowers, friends may make memorials to Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church, 3700 Keowee Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37919, or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements provided by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.rosemortuary.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Jun. 3 to Jun. 4, 2011.

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Luzell W. Bennett

May 28, 2023

Paul was such a good man. He touched the lives of so many with his kindness. Such a good example to any one to strive to be better and kinder to others.

michael white

June 28, 2011

Paul Browm was a man to be emulated as well as admired. The example that PB set in his love and devotion for Qwen,his adoration for Debbie and Paula and just the kindness he spread to all who came his way. I am a better husband, father and christian simply from knowing Paul. He was my friend and hero, and though I never spoke of it I truly believe he knew I loved him very much. His passing will leave a void that not many men today could ever hope to fill, certainly not I. May we all pray that the girls always know their daddy was the BEST!

Tommy Lambert

June 20, 2011

Mr. Brown was a good friend and neighbor to the Cherokee Boys Club for many years. We enjoyed the relationship we had with the Cherokees during that time. It saddens our hearts to hear of his passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tommy Lambert, General Manager, Ray Kinsland, former General Manager and Wilbur Paul, Club President.

Jon & Roberta Arch

June 9, 2011

The world has lost a very good and kind man. We have lost a great friend. We have many memories of PB as we used to mow his lawns at the PK Ferree Farms, lots of joking and laughing. We love you, PB

Liz Murphy Smith

June 8, 2011

Paula and Debbie, I have such great memories of growing up with your family. Your Dad was a wonderful man, one of the kindest sweetest person I knew.

June 5, 2011

Paul Brown was a true gentleman and a best possible. He was my boss at the Cherokees for many years and I have many fond memories of those years One of the most kind and thoughtful people who ever lived.
Luzell W. Bennett,Whittier,NC

Skip Ledbetter

June 5, 2011

First as my girfriend's friendly dad, then an employer, afterwards a father n law for 17years...I remember many many fond memories, love and dedication from PB...

Tom Howard

June 5, 2011

If it is true that no one is perfect, Paul came as close as possible. A true gentleman through and through. He and Gwen were such good friends of
my parents and I never saw him without a smile on his face. My condolences to Debbie and Paula.

Heiskell Howard

June 5, 2011

Paul Brown was the definition of a southern gentleman. He was the warmest, kindest and most polite man I have ever known. The world would be a better place if there were more Paul Browns.

Marian & Bill Broome

June 4, 2011

We are out of town but want the family to know they are in our thoughts and prayers. PB always had a smile and a friendly word. He will be missed.

Carol Willis

June 4, 2011

Paul Brown (PB) was a giant of a man whose kindness, wisdom, and witness meant a lot to me and my family over a span of many years. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

James Kearny

June 3, 2011

I remember Paul fondly and his many kindnesses to me and my family. Paul kept my boys supplied with bows and arrows from the Cherokee. Welcome to the Church Triumphant, Paul.

Jack Thomas

June 3, 2011

We have lost a good man.I have lost a good friend.

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