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2023

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Gwendolyn Brown-Lewis Obituary

Gwendolyn Elaine Brown-Lewis, affectionately known as "Gwen", "Granny", "GG", and "Gwenny-pooh" was born on October 7, 1949, and transitioned on April 19, 2023. She is survived by her devoted father, Willie E. Brown, daughters, Robin M. Lewis, Teneika L. Steele (Dwayne J. Steele); grandchildren Kia M. Jackson, Kayla Steele, Kylan Steele, Kameron Steele, Kennedi Steele, and Kelsie Steele; sisters Linda B. Jones, Robin E. Lovely, Andrea B. Lewis, and Stephanie Brown (Lamar); brothers Ivory Elmore Jr. (Natasha) and Willie Brown Jr. (Vanessa); Godchildren, Tahtia Jones-Thomas, LTC Ireka E. Sanders, and Chenita Morris. She also leaves her devoted, faithful, protective dog Oreo. She was preceded in death by her loving mother Elsie G. Brown-Dyer; her sister Brenda Brown Johnson; maternal grandparents Florestine Rollins and Lloyd Griffin Sr.; and paternal grandparents James Brown Sr. and Stella Brown. Family, friends, Lincoln High School Class or "67", and the St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church are invited to attend her Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, April 29, 2023, Mass will begin for 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. at St. Andrews the Apostle Church, 3101 Eton St., New Orleans, LA. Fr. John Talamo, officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Due to COVID-19, face masks are optional. Online guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com. (504) 282-0600. Donavin D. Boyd and Linear Brooks Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2023.

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Linda Kennard

April 30, 2023

Heartfelt sympathy to Gwen´s family. We met at West Jeff hospital many years ago. May she RIP

Larry Martin

April 29, 2023

Heart felt Sympathy to the family of Gwen. Class of. "67 .

Keisha Keller-Jackson

April 29, 2023

My prayers and thoughts are with her family and all her loved ones.

Byron LaSalle

April 29, 2023

Gwen was always sweet and kind!! She had a wonderful laugh that made you love her. Love and condolences to the entire family,my family!!!

Jessie

April 28, 2023

I will Truly Miss Ms Gwen she was just like family when I would come on Michael st I we will always have our Girl talk about the kids and so onhart is broken but I know u are no suffering any pain free luv u RIP

Richelle Smith-Wilson

April 28, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
We will surely miss you Auntee Gwen,
Love Shelly. Lil Norman, Tyran Wilson and Lil Tyran Wilson of Marrero, la

Joseph Fostertoi

April 28, 2023

We send condolences to the family. Gwen was a kind and sweet person, always the same.Rest in Peace Gwen.

Donald J. Lewis

April 28, 2023

My aunt was a sweet, fun loving, and kind person who would help anyone who looked as though they needed help. I love you and will never forget you. "Noosie man"

Joycelyn Nevis

April 28, 2023

Truly will be missed. Such a beautiful person inside and out. Until we meet again. Jefferson Parish

Myrna Jones - Head Start

April 28, 2023

Gwen was my co-worker at Kenner Head Start, she was mild mannered, kind, friendly and funny. We shared many talks and laughs together. I hadn´t seen her in a while , but we communicated on FB.
I´m sending love and condolences to her family and praying that God will strengthen them through this time of sorrow.

Kim Curtis

April 28, 2023

I met Ms Gwen as a headstart teacher for my son many years ago- that relationship soon turned into a great friendship. It's with a heavy heart I leave thiese sentiments - please know that your family was gifted with a beautiful soul and she will be truly missed. Love from the Curtis family.

Lillie A Carter

April 27, 2023

Gwen was such a wonderful friend, classmate, she was always full of joy and laughter.Wishing your family peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow.

Richelle ( Shelly) Smith-Wilson

April 27, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Sandra LaSalle Walker

April 27, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Gwen thank you for being a great head start teacher for my baby girl Chef Tiara Walker.

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St. Andrews the Apostle Church

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11:00 a.m.

St. Andrews the Apostle Church

3101 Eton St., New Orleans, LA

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