Roman Brown Jr.

Roman Brown Jr.

Roman Brown Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 9 to Sep. 10, 2007.
Brown, Jr., Roman Sunrise - March 15, 1968 Sunset - August 31, 2007 Into this world, to increase our lives' joy and laughter, was brought a son, husband, brother, nephew, cousin and friend. Roman Brown, Jr. was born to the union of Linda S. Bell and the late Roman Brown, Sr. in St. Louis, Missouri. He expressed his faith in God, and was baptized at Central Baptist Church. He graduated from Roosevelt HS in 1986 and lived and worked in St. Louis, Arizona and New Jersey. Roman's marriage to Bonnie Pasternak on their shared birthday, March 15, 1997 and the birth of their three children were significant highlights in his life. He believed strongly in his purpose as father of his children and provider for his family, and worked hard to support them. He often spoke of raising his daughters to be strong women and dreamed of teaching his son to play baseball.Roman's journey has now come to an end. His life is remembered and celebrated by: wife Bonnie Brown and 3 children Alexys, Roman III and Jazminh; mother and stepfather Linda and Roosevelt Ferguson; brother Stefan (Kristina) Brewer and sisters Kellie Brown and Dionne Ferguson; an uncle; 3 aunts; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.Services:Wake - Sunday, Sept. 9th, 4-7 p.m. Funeral - Monday, Sept. 10th, 9 a.m. AUSTIN A. LAYNE Mortuary, 7239 West Florissant Ave. Please share your memories with us at www.legacy.com.

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September 28, 2007

Ronald portis posted to the memorial.

September 15, 2007

Sean Hubbard posted to the memorial.

September 15, 2007

Christopher Collins posted to the memorial.

Ronald portis

September 28, 2007

No one is more shocked then I, this is Ronald Portis ,(636)220-8053, Roosevelt class of 84 and a LaClede town resident. Even though I spent most of my adult life in the Marine Corps, name and people we grow up with you never forget. God bless the family and if I be of any help, please feel free to give me a call.

Sean Hubbard

September 15, 2007

Dear Mr.& Mrs. Brown
My deepest sympathy. For you have lost a son and I have lost my big brother. Roman used to walk me to school (Waring) and watch me after school over 20yrs ago. Love Always

Christopher Collins

September 15, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss, please accept my deepest sympathy. Roman will truly be missed.

Linda Barron

September 14, 2007

My condolences to Roman's family. I had the pleasure of working with Roman for the State of Arizona in Phoenix. He was a caring person, very funny and a big heart. roman has moven on to a better life with his maker The Lord Jesus Christ. I pray for the family that God will give you stregnth to go on. May God Bless allof you.

Sophia Watkins-Terrell

September 14, 2007

To the Brown's & the Ferguson's family,

Please except my condolences for your sudden lost. My prayers are with you and your family.

Gerald and Charlotte(Parham) Smith

September 13, 2007

Our thoughts are with the entire Brown/Ferguson family. We pray that through it all you will find great comfort in having shared many wonderful moments with Roman. We'll miss you Bro.

The Carrs

September 13, 2007

No written words or spoken thoughts can express our feelings for your family at this time.

Michele Hollins-Cooper

September 12, 2007

Heartbroken is what I am right now. My prayers go out to your family. Roman and I went to Waring together in the Kindergarten and 1st grades. I think he was my first crush. Roman was a good friend and will be missed dearly. Ferg. I know you remember coaching the "Hollins Boys" Greg and Darryl (my brothers), they send their condolences as well.

Min. Timohty Brown

September 11, 2007

I am still in shock. I will never forget my big brother Roman Brown Jr. Coach and Mrs. Ferguson you know that I love you and your entire family. My life would not be the same without the almost 25 years of friendship I have had with you all. Cling close to God and each other in this time of deep loss.

Sidney Clark

September 11, 2007

I dont have the words but God has the answers. Hold on to his hand for this too shall pass. God be with you, Your cousin Sidney Clark and family.

Rickey Thomas

September 11, 2007

Linda & Ferg, I extend my deepest
condolences to you and your family
for the lost of your love one. My
prayers are with you.

Barbara Austin

September 11, 2007

To the Brown Family, Sorry I could not make the funeral. I knew Roman for many years, he was like a son to me,you are great parents may you and your family continue to be blessed in the lord.

Stacie Austin

September 11, 2007

To the Brown and Ferguson family:

I was shocked and sad to hear of Roman's untimely transition. Please know that the Austin family will keep you lifted up in our prayers, knowing that God not only hears prayers, but answers them as well.

I have known Roman since I was in the sixth grade; he was a very special part of our family. He was a son, brother, and an uncle.

He will truly be missed.

We love you,

Gloria Chandler

September 10, 2007

I am so deeply saddened; Roman was truly a gentle soul. My condolences to the Brown family, be strong in the Lord, my prayers are with you.

Gloria
Phoenix, AZ

Cindy Ivancic

September 10, 2007

Dear Linda, Fergie and Family,

May God hold you in His Hands and provide you with the comfort of memories,family and friends. Linda, you are in my thoughts and prayers these days. I pray God gives you the strength to bear such a loss. Roman was blest to have had such a wonderful mother as you!!

Love and prayers,

Cindy

Vicky Townsell

September 10, 2007

I am shocked and deeply saddened. My sincere condolences are offered to the family and friends of Roman Brown. I was a neighbor and classmate.

September 10, 2007

To the Brown and Ferguson Family,
May God give you comfort and strength through your time of lost. Keeping your families in my prayers.
With Love,
Karen "Weaver"Dozier

Michelle & Estelle Kendall

September 10, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

SARAH EDWARDS

September 10, 2007

OMG! DIONNE, I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AS WELL, I CANT BELIEVE THAT MR. PERSONALITY IS GONE. AND I REALLY DON'T KNOW WHY. I AM QUITE TEARY-EYED BECAUSE I CAN FONDLY REFLECT ON OUR FUN-FILLED CHILDHOOD, WARING SCHOOL,LACLEDE TOWN, AND TOO-TALL ROMAN WITH THE JOKES! MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND ALL HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS. (SARAH WOOLFOLK)

SARAH EDWARDS

September 10, 2007

KELLI AND MOTHER,
THIS IS SARAH (WOOLFOLK). I AM DEEPLY SADDENED FOR YOUR LOSS. I AM AT A LOSS FOR WORDS BECAUSE HE ALWAYS MADE ME LAUGH THROUGHOUT YEARS AT WARING SCHOOL,EVEN IF I WAS THE JOKE! KELLI, WHENEVER I AM HOME AND BUMP INTO YOU, I ALWAYS ASK YOU HOW MY "TWIN"(WE HAVE SAME BIRTHDAY) WAS DOING. I WILL NOT FORGET ROMAN. YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS.

Tony Clay

September 10, 2007

Please except my condolences for your recent loss of a family member. If there is anything I can do let me know.

Shari & Kevin Parham

September 10, 2007

May God comfort strengthen and keep you now and always. We pray that over time He will heal your pain. Hang in there God is able! Our prayers are with you.

Steve Townsend

September 10, 2007

Linda & Ferg, my prays are with you.

Steve Townsend

September 10, 2007

My prays are with you.

Pamela Fournier

September 10, 2007

No words can express our feelings. We are here for you.

Pam and Michael Fournier

Virginia Tsapelas

September 10, 2007

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

karen merchant

September 9, 2007

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

karen merchant

September 9, 2007

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

James Harrod

September 9, 2007

Linda and and Ferg our deepest wish that the almighty see you through these stormy times. Buster and Marva.

Kathy,Terri,Derek,Mark Collins

September 9, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Brenda Joy Gilmore

September 9, 2007

To the entire Brown & Ferguson families----May God Bless and Comfort you---stay encouraged and let the memories of Roman bring you peace:)

Bettie and Cal Hunnius

September 9, 2007

Linda,
My deepest sympathy. I'm sorry I could not be at the wake. Cal and I just got back from Florida. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. MAy God be with you in your time of need.

Charley Johnson

September 9, 2007

Dear Linda & Fergie, We feel your pain. WE are so sorry for your loss and we will keep you in our prayers. God will make your days to come bareable. Know that you were good parents and you loved Roman unconditionally and raised him in the way he should go....What more can we do? We love you, O.J. and Charley Johnson

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