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Randall Brown Obituary

Randall R. Brown CAYCE - Services for Mr. Randall R. Brown of 1414 Pond St,. Cayce, S.C., will be held on Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Brookland Baptist Church with burial in Calvary Holiness Church Cemetery in Springfield, S.C. Viewing will be from 1:00 to 8:00 on Thursday at Pearson's Funeral Home, Columbia, S.C. He was born in Lexington County, the son of Mr. Randolph Brown and Verlinda Rhodes. He graduated from Benedict College and was a teacher for Benedict Child Development Center, and had just earned his master's degree in counseling from Webster University. A member of Laurel Street Baptist Church and on the Men's Choir. surviving are his mother, Verlinda Rhodes, and father, Randolph "Andrena" Brown, one son, Stacey McCoy, two daughters, Myla Grivois and Nevaeh Warner, three sisters, Deirdre "Corey" Hollins, Eboney Rhodes and Latoya "Jonathan " Simmons.

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Published by The State on Mar. 26, 2015.

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Alicia Smith

March 20, 2023

This one hits me hard. My prayers and condolences to the family.

Eugenia Matthews

April 16, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of grief.

Krystal Belton

April 2, 2015

Duck, words can't express how much I truly miss you. I never thought the last time that I will be able to see was at Toya birthday party. You were the life of the party and I'm truly missing you. I appreciate the good time I was able to share with you, never a dull moment. Just know, that you lived an abundant life and accomplished all that you set forth and had planned. You are my inspiration to keep reaching my goal. I love you "Duck", get your rest family. Stay strong Brown, Rhodes, and Hutto family, God has his healing hands on your hearts.

Kersin McNeal-Boyd

April 2, 2015

Rest in paradise my dear friend Duck! Continuous prayers for the family!!

Jared "p nut" Johnson

March 31, 2015

It's difficult to understand how a natural leader like "Duck" is gone. He was the first person I met at the boys and girls club. He was one of the most sincere people I have ever met. He will truly be missed. Praying for everyone he has touched with his smile.

Theandrea Burgess Assistant Unit Director Westside B&GC 1992

March 30, 2015

To the Brown and Rhodes family, my heart aches as I send this message, but please know that God is your source and strength. Randall was such a great leader and a dynamic helper at the Westside Boys and Girls Club. He would come into the club, and change the entire atmosphere with his kindness and brilliant energy. He always made sure I had things in order, and assured me he would help out in any way possible. Randall, "Duck", you will be missed. Thank you for touching my life and making a difference in other's lives.

Chrystal Green

March 30, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family,may God be with you during your loss of a love one, our deepest sincere condolences

Leslie Reed

March 30, 2015

Praying for Lynn and family! Randy, words can't express what you mean to all of us. You've left your own special imprint in our hearts and a void in our hearts no one else could ever fill. We thank God for your 34 years of life. Thank you for being there for us when we needed you. We will always love you and miss you.

Your loving cousins,
Leslie & Dwayne Reed

Yolanda Smith

March 30, 2015

R.I.P.From My Son's And I❤

Nicol Martin

March 29, 2015

My condolences to the family.

Elaine Hutto-Martin

March 28, 2015

My nephew's eyes have gone forever, his smile, his laugh, his face; where he once stood with us -a picture will take his place...gone too soon, such a fine young man, always ready to lean a hand, departed from your place of birth, I can hardly believe you will no longer walk this earth - REALITY is I know it's true but in my heart is a living space for you, I know you will protect it & treat it well, you have cared for everything & everyone so I can tell. Duck has separated from earth but he is present with the LORD. May that joy continue to live within & carry all of us! "WE LOVE YOU DUCK - B STRONG FAMILY"

Gwen Nelson & family

March 28, 2015

Randy we will miss your beautiful smile and wonderful personality. You were a very personable person and such a great friend withe everyone you came in contact with. They could always count on you . Prayers and strength goes out to the family.

March 28, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Vaneesa Mitchell

March 28, 2015

God called you home so soon...I know it's been a long time since the last time we've seen each other... But I can remember the first time I saw you, you had a great smile along with a heart warming personality... From this day forward I will remember those important things about you... Good guys like you don't come around too often...R.I.P. angel you now have your wings..

Deborah Chestnut

March 28, 2015

My prayers are with you at this time.

Angela Moore

March 27, 2015

We are praying for you and your family. Ann Moore, Lissie Moore, Eloise Black

Robin rawls

March 27, 2015

You touched the life's of many and even though you are gone to soon you left a major impact on many. Gone but never forgotten

Donella Guida

March 27, 2015

Thank you for being a wonderful role model and teacher to my son.

herbert sharpe

March 27, 2015

To the family of Randall Brown
You have my deepest condolences and my prayers.

Drs. Omari and Yarneccia Dyson

March 27, 2015

We send our prayers and love to the Brown family. May God continue to strengthen you now and evermore.

Darlene Earle

March 27, 2015

So sorry for your lost praying for you and your family I know look to the hills where your help come from Randall your phat brother Antoine Zeiger will be waiting on you .

RL Cason

March 27, 2015

To the Brown and Rhodes Family:

Words cannot express how sad I am at the loss of Randall. May the memories you hold give you some comfort at this very sad time. Randall and I were BC classmates and colleagues at SCDJJ. The last time I saw him, we both were rejoicing about our bigger and better ventures in our careers. He will be missed.

Amanda Johnson

March 27, 2015

You will be missed my friend. May God provide strength and comfort to your family during this time. .

alicia smith

March 27, 2015

To the family of Randall Brown
You have my deepest condolences and my prayers. Randall was a good hearted person that would do what he can to help someone else in their crisis. He is truly miss by many.

Taheera Furqan

March 27, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family.

Mary Bess

March 27, 2015

To the Brown Family, in this time of bereavement. I truly believe that Ronald is in a better place.My prayers are always with the family. I will always remember "DUCK".....

LOVE, MARY BESS and family

Glendora Holmes

March 27, 2015

To Lynn and Randy and family
Duck was a sweet and gentle soul that will truly be missed by many near and far so take your rest Randall"Duck" Brown. until we meet again.

Verleshia Hughes

March 27, 2015

God's Grace And Mercy

To The Family And Friends of Mr. Randall R. Brown. Words Can Not Express Enough To Heal Your Heart. God's Grace And Mercy Will Comfort You And Give You Strength. Remember The Great Memories You Had With Your Loved One.
Thanking God For The Purpose As To Mr. Brown Being On Earth And In The Bosom Of All Mighty God Forever. Blessed Be This Day And Name Of The Lord. Amen

Respectfully,
Dr. Verleshia Hughes, Ph.D (OES sister to Yvonne Belser)

Wendy Bell

March 27, 2015

Mr. Brown, you will truly be missed, you were such a kind teacher to my granddaugher, Nevaeh,she really loved you, you have been a positive role model for her. My thoughts and prayers goes out to your family during this difficult time. You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten.

Fallon Hill

March 27, 2015

So sorry for your loss, but Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Rest on Duck.

Marva Fair

March 27, 2015

Randall you are truley missed. He was a dedicated worker with the boys @ DJJ as well as his co-workers.

Sharon Nettles

March 27, 2015

My prayers goes out to the Brown family. Randall was a wonderful guy and will be missed.

~Benedict College Family

Jacquelyn Reed Mack

March 27, 2015

May the God of peace sustain you at this unfavorable time. With heartfelt condolences.

helen ard

March 27, 2015

Deepest sympathy and prayers for the family.

Minister Edward J. Peeples

March 27, 2015

To the Family of Randall Brown, please accept my deepest condolences and sincere prayers during this very difficult time. Sharing several classes with Randy at Benedict College and later reuniting with him at the BC Child Development Center as Id visit annually as a Musical Guest, afforded me the valued opportunity to witness his amazing gift with children. In short, his students("babies") loved the ground he walk upon, and by no surprise to any,,Randall was and yet is a phenomenal young man whom im honored to have crossed paths. Please know my friends and family here in Kansas and abroad shall keep you lifted! Grace and GODs Peace..

Wayne Fowler

March 27, 2015

So sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Words cannot express the sorrow & hurt that we go through with the loss of a loved one and I can't imagine how much that's compounded when it's your child. In times like these I feel the only place to turn is God and his written word. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Phil. 4:13

Angelina Surber

March 27, 2015

Randy, Andreana, Cookie, & Michael ~ Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. Love you, Angelina & George

Lisa Jenkins

March 27, 2015

To The Brown Family:

May God comfort, strengthen and keep you today and always.

Rest in Peace Duck :)

Toya B

March 27, 2015

Randall was a great guy: humble, helpful and so real! May Godgive comfort to his family at this time. Rest in paradise mydear.

Cherise Mitchell

March 27, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. Such beautiful soul taken too soon. I pray that you find peace in this time of sorrow.

Mr&Mrs Timroy Gadson

March 27, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Wendy Thompson

March 27, 2015

As a fellow alum, I will cherish our last conversation. Your legacy will live on! For every life that you've touched, personally, I say thank you! May God Bless your Soul!
C/O2005
Wendy Thompson BPH, MPH

dexter greene

March 27, 2015

My prayers goes out to the family and many friends in their time of need. He was a positive and promising young man with a kind heart. Keep the faith and it gets better.

Dr. Ronnie Hopkins

March 27, 2015

We love you Randall. God loves you best. You are now with God. Rest well. May God keep, bless and comfort your family, friends and loved ones.

keri portee

March 27, 2015

Sending my deepest condolences. My your families find comfort during this time.
Benedict College family

Estelle Joseph

March 26, 2015

My condolences to the family. Peace to you.

Mit\randa Whetstone

March 26, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. May God give you the strength to go through in the days ahead.

christine byrd

March 26, 2015

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Leticia Jones

March 26, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Shakirah Crawford

March 26, 2015

Im thankful to have known such a thoughtful, caring, genuine man. May the Lord grant you and yours peace. I'm praying for you and your family.

March 26, 2015

You are in my prayers. May the love of friends and family ease your sorrow. Diane Jones

Raushana Wilson

March 26, 2015

RIP Duck u will forever live in our heart. We will carry on ur name n honor whatever we in Zeta Phi Beta Sigma buz we a family. I luv u was glad that u was my classmate, friend, n frat brother. I will miss u.

Soror for life ZZZZZ PHIIIII SOOOO Sweettttt luv u Duck

Randy and Jean Odom

March 26, 2015

To Lynn, Randy and family, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. My God give you strength during this time of sorrow and faith to know he is right there beside you.

Kimberly Staley

March 26, 2015

My prayers are with each and everyone of you. Randall was loved by everyone and he will truly be missed.

Jimmi Smith

March 26, 2015

You will truly be missed...I remember the conversations we had while @ Benedict and the encouraging words. Most of all the smile you always had and the conversation would always end:"press your way on Ms. Jimmi regardless of what the circumstances may be"

NELLIE GUIDER

March 26, 2015

The Golston send our Deepest Condolence to the Family.

Paulette O'Neal

March 26, 2015

To my family my prayers are with you and your whole family. May God strength you as the days go by. I love each and every one of you.

Dayna Garvin

March 26, 2015

Duck, you were truly an amazing friend/frat. Thanks for touching soooooo many lives. You will forever live through us. R.I.Paradise Bro

Dominique Grant

March 26, 2015

We love you Duck.

Marvell Williams Mendenhall

March 26, 2015

As I sit and think of our last conversation, I remember you telling me thank you Ms. Williams for having me in afterschool detention at BC and how well you were doing. How you were going to Benedict and how you were working! I was so proud of you and still am!!! RIP Duck!!! My condolences to your family, friends, classmates, coworkers, your Frat Brothers and ALL who love you and will NEVER forget you!!!

Rapheal Redd

March 26, 2015

R.I.P Randy Brown praying for you and your family

Carrie Glover

March 26, 2015

god will take care of you.

Mr. & Mrs. Lonnie Jones & Family

March 26, 2015

To the Rhodes/Brown family our condolences goes out to you in the lost of your love one. May God comfort you and give you all peace that only He can give. Randy was a wonderful young man.

Tara Hooper-Bessant

March 26, 2015

A beatiuful spirit taken too soon. Sending prayers for comfort and strength to his family and loved ones.

March 26, 2015

Rhodes & Brown Family: May you all be comforted knowing that God is an ever present help during this difficult time. ~Bernadine R.

George Johnson

March 26, 2015

Randall"Duck" will be truly missed, he has brought happiness, joy, and laughter to my life and will always remain a true Friend and Brother for Life!! May God bless everyone that he has come in contact and especially the family.

mary ritterbandt

March 26, 2015

Keeping the family in my prayers. May God comfort you all during this extremely hard time.

Brenda Mcfadden

March 26, 2015

You're in My Thoughts and prayers

March 26, 2015

My Prayers and Condolences are extended to the Brown & Rhodes families during this very trying time.
Rest In Eternal Peace....Randall "DUCK" Brown♡

Lori M.

March 26, 2015

I will miss you cousin!! Gone too soon but you will never be forgotten! May you rest in the arms of The Lord forever!!

Yvonne Belser

March 26, 2015

My Duck , how I am going to miss your smile your laughter , you have been such a positive person in my life for over 12 years we shared many memories laughs and just plain joy .there is no question were your soul rest it's with the Lord ! I love you May HIS peace be with you cause we will meet. Again

March 26, 2015

Condolences to you Lynn and the rest of the family. We will keep you in heart and prayers. Gregory and Donna Smalls

Eugene Caster

March 26, 2015

You will be missed fam! Rest easy Duck!

gloria smith

March 26, 2015

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Tena Staley

March 26, 2015

May GOD provide comfort while you go thru this difficult time my prayers are with you

Holley Fox and Family

March 26, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this time.

Avis Holmes

March 26, 2015

My condolences and prayers go out to the family. RIP CUZ

Maxine J. Brown

March 26, 2015

Deidre Hollins our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this most devastating time in the lost of your love one. We can't explain the pain you are experiencing of such tragedy in your lost. Our prayers will forever be with you and your family Weeping may endure for a night joy comes in the morning. May the Lord give peace

March 26, 2015

may the grace and mercy of god give you comfort with love from ruby burnette and family

Natasha Clinton-Starks (co-worker of Mike Rhodes)

March 26, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family. You all are in my prayers.

Brian Henderson

March 26, 2015

A great man gone to soon. We love you and will always keep you close to are hearts. RIP Duck....

Von Nelson-McCloud

March 26, 2015

Praying Peace and Understanding for the Brown/Rhodes Family.

Anya Jones

March 26, 2015

We will miss you dearly.You were everyone brother and such a kind loving person. RIP Randall

shaunzinski Gortman

March 26, 2015

My condolences and love first to the family as well as everyone that had the chance of truly knowing you...Well Done here on earth Randy. You've left a positive imprint on so many lives and it shows by the outpouring of love for you right now. You will surely be missed by many, but you will live on through the many lives that you've touched. R.I.H. Duck your work here is done...<3

Briant Bates

March 26, 2015

Randy you were always a good person and u had a pure heart.I know u have your wings now..May god be with your family at this time. And I will always remember you as Duck.....

Wendy Vandeross/George Bostic

March 26, 2015

Our hearts are broken, and still in disbelief, but God makes no mistake, and he choose you. Your work here is done, and everyone knows that you were very special, and gifted,,,,RIP

Daniel Harris

March 26, 2015

Duck you will be missed man, I still can't believe that you are gone, we had the same major and took classes together in college you will be missed my thoughts and prayers are with your family rest in paradise brother

Gail Luqmaan

March 26, 2015

Trying to make sense of this is beyond what I can do on my own. "Duck" was the FIRST person I met (in the dreadful bookstore line) at Benedict College. He spoke primarily of his grandmother and how her words, actions, and beliefs resignated deeply within him. We remained good friends and managed to graduate together...To my understanding she has since gone to be with the Lord and now he has joined his precious "jewel" ...

"Duck" was kind, cool, and very much collected...I've cried as much as I can stand and I truly believe God's got this all under control.

Rest in Peace my friend...

Gail Luqmaan (formally Gail Garrick)

SCDJJ Family

March 26, 2015

Ours condolences are with this family at this time..Gone to soon,RIP to ours fellow coworker...

Tabitha Simmons

March 26, 2015

I will miss you Duck!! In the short time ive known you, you made me laugh!!! We both love food!! You will be missed

Stephanie Rutherford

March 26, 2015

May you rest in peace for your work here is done. To the family im praying for peace and comfort.

Mo'Nique Covington

March 26, 2015

R.I.P Duck gone but we will never forget you. Your legacy will forever reign.

sierra heyward

March 26, 2015

May your soul rest in the arms of the Lord,my friend. You were such an awesome and caring person. I am blessed to have met you and to be a colleague of yours.
I pray that your family finds strength in the Lord.

Tay Martin

March 26, 2015

RIP Duck You will truly be missed. You were a great role model and a very caring person. Love you

Bonnetta H

March 26, 2015

Gone too soon. I hope that you rest in peace.

Lakeethia Bennett

March 26, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I always knew you to have a smile on your face and you could make anyone smile and laugh. To be absent in the body is to be in the presence of the Lord. Rest well my friend.

Constance Bacon

March 26, 2015

I believe we are all here for a purpose, what that purpose is, we will never know. I also believe everything happens for a reason, something's we may not understand at the time, and questions may surface but who are we to question God? It saddens me that we have to end our friendship here on earth, but I know that without a doubt we will meet again on a better turf ground singing, dancing and chanting like old times... Your spirit will forever be within me and your words of wisdom will forever be bestowed in my soul. There will never be a day that passes by and the three words PULLING, pushing & PASSING aren't ringing in my head, and that is something I will cherish forever. I love you Mr. Brown may you rest peacefully and I will see you again ...
Love truly, your Former Co-Teacher Ms. Bacon

farrah pollock

March 26, 2015

Still shocked by your life being stolen from you. God knows it all. He has a purpose. RIH!!!!

Bishop Arnold Williams

March 26, 2015

Our prayers and thoughts are with your Family. May our Lord comfort during this time.

Danequa Offei

March 26, 2015

Brown you will truly be missed. You were a great friend and I enjoyed our conversations and the times we hung out. It is going to be different at the center without your presence! We will keep your memory alive.

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