Burl Brown

Burl Brown obituary, Fulton, MS

Burl Brown

Burl Brown Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Senter Funeral Directors on Nov. 14, 2025.

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GOLDEN--Burl G. Brown, 73, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025, at his home. He was born May 6, 1952 to the late Horace Brown and the late Mary Ellen Sullins Brown in Itawamba County. He was a member of Tishomingo Chapel Baptist Church. He was a devoted family man who found joy in the simple things in life. Burl enjoyed attending church and gospel singings, where his faith and love for music were deeply felt. At home, he was happiest spending time with his family, cherishing each moment together. A dedicated worker, he took great pride in all he did and approached life with quiet strength and steady commitment.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm on Monday May 26, 2025, at Senter Funeral Home with Bro. Matthew Haney, Bro. Andy Barnett, and Bro. Phillip Caples officiating. Burial will be in Walker Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Monday May 26, at Senter Funeral Home.
Senter Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jannette Brown of Golden; children, Scottie Brown, Heather Mayhall, Vanessa Brown, Nathanael Brown, and Aaron Brown, all of Golden; grandchildren, Leah, Laken, Landon, Leslie, Andru, Josey, Halie (Shawn), and Taylor; several nieces and nephews; sister, Dorothy James; and sister in law, Peggy Brown.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, brothers, Orbin, Jerry, and John Earl; and a nephew, Jason Lee Brown.
Pallbearers will be Tony Jackson, Tommy Mayhall, Donnie Wood, Robert Crocker, Terry Hood, and Nathananel Brown.
Honorary pallbearers will be Shawn McAlister, Landon Brown, Aaron Brown, Andru Allen, Timothy Brown, and Bradley Brown.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.senterfuneraldirectors.com
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