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Doug was born on April 16, 1933 and raised in Beaumont, TX. He passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2016. During the Korean War, he served in the Army 2 years. He was a Wood Pattern Maker by trade for 43 years, retiring in Houston. His children and first grandchild graduated from North Shore HS. A long time member of the Church of Christ, he was a member at Royalwood CofC & served as an elder at the Impact Houston CofC. He is survived by his wife, Joyce, of 63 years; children Barbara, Virginia, Douglas Jr. & wife Laurie, Richard & wife Karen; grandchildren Jennifer (Brown) Pantoja, Melinda, Isaac, Benjamin, Anthony, Andrew, Levi and Reuben Brown; 2 great grandchildren, Joseph & Ava Pantoja; brother PD Brown & wife Joyce; sister Raye Dorrell & husband Dwain; he was preceded in death by sister Martha Franklin. He was buried with Military Honors at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at the Impact Houston Church of Christ at 10:30 am on July 9, 2016.
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Jana Waltman
July 20, 2016
Doug touched the lives of so many people with his kind and humble manner and Christian example. I never heard him say an angry word to anyone. I know you all will miss having him in your lives. No matter how long we have with the ones we love, it is still hard to say goodbye. I am so looking forward to the time when we will all be together again, God's family. Love, Jana Waltman
Chuck & Becky Gernand
July 14, 2016
As we heard at Doug's memorial service, we remember Doug & Joyce serving together as a team at Impact. We appreciated them very much as role models of servant leaders. His life's work & service were shared eloquently by his children and grandchildren. He was truly a gentle & faithful servant.
"No eye has seen,
no ear has heard,
no mind has conceived
what God has prepared for
those who love him" I Cor. 2:9
May the Lord bless you and keep you Joyce....
July 13, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15
July 13, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15
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Marlowe and Glenda Bentley
July 12, 2016
Douglas greeted us with a smile, a handshake and/or hug. His kind and encouraging voice was always a blessing. He was a great Christian example of a gentle man.
Linda Delome
July 10, 2016
Joyce and Douglas share my parent's Anniversary day. Their name's are Horace & Dathel Ballard. Joyce was in the group of sweet sisters in the planning of my bridal shower! I was surprised & very happy to be a part of Royalwood-Church-of-Christ
Linda Delome
July 10, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Larry White
July 9, 2016
We were privileged to serve and be loved alongside this faithful couple at Impact. A faithful example and he will be greatly missed by many. God bless, Joyce. Linda and Larry White, Anson, Tx
July 6, 2016
So sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences, my heart and prayers goes out to the friends and family at this difficult time.
Debbie Brown Wharton
July 3, 2016
My Uncle Doug was a man that followed the example of Jesus in every area of his life. He put others before himself even when he was young. At age 17 he began helping my Granny Brown raise my dad because of the death of my grandfather. He opened his home to us for many holidays. I remember many Thanksgiving meals shared only after we all held hands, bowed our heads and listened to his prayer offered so humbly. I was amazed on the rare occasions that he showed off a piece of his woodworking. He loved us without any doubt, never expecting anything in return. He was a servant to his fellow man, excited to find the next place he could serve. He always wanted to hear about what was going on in my life and our visits always ended with one of those hugs that leave you feeling better about life. I will miss him but I can truly say that I know where his is...in heaven with Jesus waiting for us to join him. He paved a way to Jesus for me and my family and many others to come.
Trey Henry
June 30, 2016
Douglas and Joyce were awesome to my sisters and myself in Houston when we were kids.
She taught me on Wednesday nights up at... oh boy, what was the name of the congregation, I'm afraid I'll get it the name wrong. Anyway, she taught us kids way more than I can remember forgetting.
Their house in Houston was on my way from the elementary school to the middle school where my mother taught (these were both Northshore)... and I'd stop by and visit sometimes in the afternoon on my walk over, though usually I'd just head to the little library not far away and hang out and read books until my mother was ready for me to pop over to see her at her school.
I vaguely remember something about taking a trip to San Antonio. Maybe? I do remember Virginia drove me up to Abilene, where we hung out a couple of days I want to say in the old apartments. On that trip she was the first person to recommend I consider going to OC someday... I didn't know anything about it then.
Douglas was gracious enough to allow me - as a 3rd? 4th? grader to interview him on the phone for a presentation on career day.
Virginia will have to tell you sometime about the time I accidentally scared the daylights out of her.
I'm in Arlington now. I will miss Douglas.
Grace, and mercy, and peace.
Alisha (Goldman) Ilufi
June 30, 2016
Mr. Brown raised a wonderful man to be my sister's husband (Douglas, Jr.), and was revered as grandfather by my niece and nephews. A verse in Proverbs describes him as I knew him: "A man of knowledge uses words with restraint, a man of understanding is even-tempered." Heaven has welcomed home another angel, but his special spirit will be missed on Earth.
Grandfather walking me down the aisle, 2008
Jennifer Pantoja
June 30, 2016
Although I did not have a biological father around, I did have my Grandfather whom I always called "Daddy". I remember every morning I was greeted with a "Hey there, cowboy!". I remember the protection I felt with him coming to my defense when I got chased by a dog. I remember the disappointment he felt when I told him I was pregnant as a teenager. I also remember the countless times he told me how much he loved me and was proud of me, even after all of the horrible things I had done. If ever there was a man I could compare to the love of Christ, it would be him. He never ceased to show love to others.
Douglas Brown Jr
June 29, 2016
Douglas Brown Sr.. My dad has been my rock all my life. Never changing and always there. My parents never had much materially to share, but they shared their faith with me and their lives of service with me. I hope I can be half the man my father has been throughout his long life. And today, every time he sees me, even though he can't remember much, he always assures me of his love for me and that he is proud of me. I treasure that statement every time he says it. I know so many people who wish their fathers would say it - and my dad does! I live a blessed life. I thank God every day for this Great Man of God.
Richard Brown
June 29, 2016
This picture is Dad doing one of his favorite activities. He LOVED going to football games and watching the boys play in the Band. When I was in High School, he came to every game he could to see the Band. Always had a good word to say to myself and the other band directors as well as the kids.
Hated cold weather, but loved marching band!
God blessed me with a man who didn't always know how to say "I love you", but tried his best anyway. Always with the "I love you, and I'm proud of you," every time we parted, trying his hardest to let me know how he felt. He lost his own father at a young age (17) and has always regretted not being able to let his own dad know how he felt.
In the blink of an eye, he was transformed and left pain behind forever. He has always been unsure of his own path to heaven, but not ONE of his children has any doubt that God will welcome Douglas Brown into heaven with open arms, saying "Well done, good and faithful servant."
Thanks Dad, I love you too!
Raye Dorrell
June 29, 2016
Your light lives on in you children, grandchildren and great grandchildten.
Lisa Langele
June 29, 2016
Douglas was my uncle. He was much older than my mother, Raye. Although we spent most Thanksgivings at his house I really didn't get to know him until after I was grown. With that said, I came to realize he was one of the most selfless people I know. Even though he lost his own father at the age of 17, he was an amazing father to four beautiful Christian children. He was also a father figure to my mother and many others. I am greatful to have gotten to know him better and am proud to call him my uncle. I love you, uncle Douglas and will miss you dearly. However, I am at peace knowing you will be spending eternity with our Lord and Savior. I am also glad to know you have reunited with your parents and two sisters.
Lisa Langele
June 29, 2016
Douglas was my uncle. He was much older than my mother, Raye. Although we spent most Thanksgivings at his house when I was young, I wasnt able to really get to know him until after I was grown. With that said, I came to realize he was one of the most selfless people I know. Even though he lost his own father at the age of 17, he was an amazing father to four beautiful Christian children. He was also a father figure to my mother and many more. I am thankful to have gotten to know him better and am proud to call him my uncle. I love you Uncle Douglas, and will miss you dearly. However, I am at peace knowing you will be spending eternity with our Lord and Savior. I am also glad to know you have reunited with your parents and two sisters.
Every time he saw me, Grandpa never failed to say that he loved me and was proud of me. I will never forget that.
Melinda Brown
June 28, 2016
I remember Grandpa and Grandma taking us cool places during the summer. On one of those trips they took me and my cousin Isaac to Wisconsin Christian Youth Camp, which was one of my greatest memories as a kid. But one of the things I remember most on that trip was Grandpa introducing us to Red Skelton. Grandpa sure loved to laugh and watching those old black and white VHS tapes with him in their RV on the trip was one of the funnest times of my life!! I have never laughed so hard! I can't wait to see Grandpa again in Heaven, where we'll share more fun stories and continue to laugh.
Dewey Howard
June 28, 2016
We just saw this. I didn't know him well, but I knew enough to know your dad must have been a very godly man. He did a pretty good job with his son, after all. We are praying for you.
Virginia Brown
June 28, 2016
My Dad was one of my heros, supported everything I wanted to do, loved me unconditionally, accepted Jennifer as his first grandchild, became her Daddy, was proud of all I have accomplished. He was accepting of everyone and his heart grew to encompass all who knew him.
Greg Cummings
June 28, 2016
Doug Brown was a genuinely good man who served his Lord unselfishly and faithfully. He blessed my life and I look forward to seeing him again.
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