L.V. Brown

L.V. Brown, 91, of Houston, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2026. He was born on September 10, 1934, to Jess Bill Brown and Opal Minnie Hoselton near Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

He is survived by his three daughters: Kathie Russell (Roger), Julie Elkins, and Linda Brown-Goodrum; and three sons: Lynnie Brown Sr. (Denise), Joseph Dowell, and Patrick Brown Sr. (Nicole). L.V. is also survived by his sister, Cynthia Dean (Jimmie).

He was preceded in death by his two sons, William Brown and Larry Brown; his sisters, Evangeline Cindia, Ida Mae White, and Emma Jennings; and his brothers, Jimmie Joe Priest Sr., Jess B. Brown, Bobby Jean Brown, Warren Pappan, and Carl Pappan.

He leaves behind 32 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends who will continue to carry his memory in their hearts.

L.V. was a long-time member of the Elks Lodge and the proud owner of B & B Construction Sales & Supply in Houston until his retirement. He was also associated with the Rural Electric Association and was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his family. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, taking yearly hunting trips, and most of all spending time with his grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Bradley Brown, Patrick Brown Jr., Austin Brown, Justin Brown, Ted Goodrum, Russell Goodrum, Dustin Goodrum and Braydon Leavings.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the service through Crowder Funeral Home, Shriners Hospital Burn Institute or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

L.V. will be remembered for his strength, his commitment to family, and the many lives he touched throughout his years.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Crowder Funeral Home, 2422 E. Broadway St., Pearland, Texas 77581, with a service to follow at 1:00 P.M. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Niles Cemetery in Hinton, Oklahoma.