Leslie Harrelson Brown

The words of Jesus Christ-"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest."

- Matthew 11:28 (KJV)

Leslie Harrelson Brown, age 40, was peacefully called to his heavenly home on February 28, 2026. He was born on April 16, 1985, and was a treasured son, brother, uncle, and blessing to all who knew him.

Leslie was a precious soul whose life was defined by love. He greeted each day with a smile that could light up a room and a spirit that was gentle, pure, and kind. Leslie knew nothing but love his entire life, and in return, he gave love freely and without condition. Though he faced challenges that few could understand, he taught everyone around him what joy, patience, and true love look like.

Leslie is preceded in death by his grandparents Leslie and Bessie Brown and Alex Floyd and Minnie Floyd Netterville; brothers in law Nathan Harvey and JoJo White; Special Aunts and caregivers Gloria Runnels and Yancey Carruth

He was deeply loved by his devoted parents, Buddy and Judy Brown, who cared for him faithfully throughout his life. He is also survived by his loving sisters, Dusty Butler and her husband David, Janice Harvey, and Jerry Kay White. Leslie was a loving uncle to his nephews Cameron Stokes, Peyton Stokes, and Deacon White, and to his nieces Madelyn Ray, Elizabeth Harvey, and Emmaline Harvey, each of whom held a special place in his heart.

A celebration of Leslie's life will be held at First Baptist Church of Wilson on Wednesday, March 4, with visitation from 11 am-1 pm until funeral services at 1 pm, conducted by Brother Marc Gregoire, where family and friends will gather to honor a life that, though quiet, spoke loudly through love.

Pallbearers will be Bobby Brashear, Russell Brown, Philip Accardo, Cameron Stokes, Peyton Stokes, Deacon White, David Butler, and Jonathan Runnels.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Julius Brown, Jr., Mark Carruth, Marlon Carruth, Ken Lemoine, Danny Crutchfield, Jaaroed Butler, Brody Butler, and Eli Whitaker.

The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the many healthcare professionals, caregivers, therapists, and medical staff who lovingly cared for Leslie throughout his life. Your compassion, patience, and dedication meant more than words can ever express and were a true blessing to Leslie and to our family.

Leslie is now resting in the arms of Jesus-free, whole, and filled with joy-where pain and limitation no longer exist.