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LONNIE BROWN Obituary
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Lonnie Lee Brown, age 64, a kind hearted man who was a great cook with a great sense of humor, went to be with the Lord, suddenly, on Oct. 14, 2013.
Lonnie grew up in Greenville and lived in Columbus where he was the owner of Organized Closets.
He was preceded in death by his parents James and Ina Brown, and his twin sister, Connie Schmidt-Waggoner, all from Greenville.
He is survived by his wife Deborah, his children, Mitch Brown, Doug Brown and Greg (Nicole) Brown. He is also survived by step children, Bill (Sarah) Conley and Craig (Amanda) Conley; grandchildren, William, Lucas, Ashton, Erica, Dylan, Aidan, Angelina and Joshua; sisters, Nina Fouts, Donna (Tom) Eyerman and Evelyn (Jon) Warner.
Friends may call at Jerry Spears Funeral Home, 2693 W. Broad St., Columbus, on Sunday, 4-8 p.m., then after 10 a.m. Monday at Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church, 1636 Graham Road, where service will follow at 11 a.m.
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Chris Smathers
April 26, 2014
Lonnie ! I don't know why god took you , maybe he wanted a pancake maker in heaven , you taught me so much and who I am today , I love you !!! Till we see each other again , "I will do my part"
Shelly Winnett-Drehwing
November 8, 2013
Doug, Mitch, Greg (Nicole) and all the kids, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my daily thoughts and prayers!
October 21, 2013
Debbie,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, Lonnie. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Marcia Vorus Brandt
Shari Judd
October 21, 2013
Debbie and family,
I just heard of your loss and am so sorry. I wish I were there to give you a hug. You all will be in our prayers. Debbie, though I never met Lonnie, it was obvious how happy you were.
Love you, Shari Judd
Love you, Shari Judd
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October 18, 2013
Mark & Barb Covey
October 18, 2013
Debbie and family,
So very sorry and saddened by the news of Lonnie's passing. What a wonderful guy he was and the perfect couple you were! Our hearts and thoughts go out to you during this most difficult time.
Connie Mallory
October 18, 2013
Greg, Nicole and Family,
I'm praying for God to help you through this time of sadness. And He will cause He loves you so much. Your Dad will always be with you in Spirit. Just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Connie
SSUMC
Judy Cooke
October 18, 2013
Brown Family - We were friends with Lonnie many years ago. Doug & Greg' first words were "Pepper". Please know you all are in our prayers.
Jim & Judy Cooke
Village of Commercial Point
October 18, 2013
I didn't know Lonnie long. He had just started picking up or Samples for Masi Labs. He and I had a very really long chat last Wednesday. He spoke very highly of his family. Our team will miss his crazy jokes. Our thoughts are with the family and friends. Deepest sympathy
~~Kym Sutherland-Hamilton
October 18, 2013
Dear Brown Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I was really sad to hear this news. He was my first boss, when I worked for him at Hallmark. He was a really good man. He was always fun, patient, fun, smart, fun, energetic and well, fun! I always remember him with a smile on his face. My prayers are with you, your family and your friends. Sincere sympathies to all of you.
October 17, 2013
Mitch and Erica, We are so sorry to learn of your loss.
Jim and Marge Sykes
carolynn Bostic
October 17, 2013
Doug and family, We are so very sorry for the passing of your father,our family will be praying for yours for our Holy Father to give you comfort and love during this sad time in your lives. May God lift up your hearts and give you peace in knowing you will be reunited with your dad in our Fathers Kingdom some day soon. God Bless!
Mike,Carolynn, and Colleen Bostic (fcso brother and sister).
Emily Schmidt
October 17, 2013
Debbie, Mitch, Doug, and Greg there are no words that can express the loss of Lonnie. To know that he was loved by many is an understatement. It did not matter where he went he never knew a stranger. He always had a story for every situation. If we started today telling all the stories that he had shared over the years who knows when we would be done. We all loved Lonnie in our own special way. That is what is going to keep the memory of him alive. Love you guys
Skip and Carol Dodson
October 17, 2013
Dear Debbie,
Skip and I were shocked and devastated by the news of Lonnie's death. We were just wondering about the two of you at our Alpha Group's Graeter's night. Lonnie was special to so many people, but especially to you. We're thinking of you and praying for you and your family.
Skip and Carol
Erica Brown
October 17, 2013
Dear Grandma and Grandpa, I love you guys so much! I can't believe what I heard Monday I was completely shocked. My prayers go out to you guys I will forever miss grandpa he is an amazing guy! <3
Jim & Linda Owens
October 17, 2013
Debbie, we were shocked to here of Lonnie's passing. Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Mike Angle
October 17, 2013
Lonnie was an amazing guy-so much fun and insight. He could tell an off-color joke but be very spiritual, be politically incorrect yet devote days to Habitat for Humanity or another cause. He was versed on any topic, any time and a good friend. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with Debbie and the family.
October 17, 2013
Debbie,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, that God will comfort your hearts in this difficult time. We've lost touch over the years but you are part of some of my best childhood memories and the time we spent together on Weyant Ave. Sending you love and sympathy.
Sharon (Price) Aller
Bernie & Deborah Ratcliff
October 17, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss, our hearts are broken for you. I will always remember his laugh and you all sitting out at the lake. God bless you Debbie and your families in this difficult time. Bernie & Deborah
Lee Amos
October 17, 2013
Debbie,remembering you and yours in Prayer.
CARLA CHAMBERS-LYNDE
October 17, 2013
Dale and I were shocked and so saddened when we heard of Lonnie's passing. Our hearts are broken for Debbie...we love you both so much. May you find comfort in the arms of Jesus and know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Susan Bowersock
October 16, 2013
So sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed.
Cassandra Kenton
October 16, 2013
Mitch & Family,
So sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences go out to you during this time.
God Bless,
Cassandra
Terry Stamper
October 16, 2013
Lonnie will be deeply missed by many My heart felt sympathy goes out to you Debbie.
young
October 16, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Mary Parker
October 16, 2013
Debbie, Our hearts are breaking for all of you during this extremely difficult time. Rick has shared many wonderful memories of "The Lonster". You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!
Rick, Mary, and Preston
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