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Hezekiah Brown, Jr. departed this life on Sunday, March 22, 2020 in Baton Rouge, LA. Hezekiah was born in Norwood, LA on November 12, 1946 to the union of Hezekiah and Minnie Lee Woodside Brown. He moved to Baton Rouge, LA at the age of nine, attending EBRP Schools and an active member of Capitol Sr. High School Alumni. He was a faithful and dedicated member of New Sunlight BC pastored by Rev. Dale Flowers, until his death. Once a long standing member of the Southern University Quarterback Club, ERO's Social Club, and Southern University Tail Gators(current). He was previously employed by Jack's Cookies, Cotton's Holsum Bakery before venturing out to become a successful entrepreneur of Brown's Enterprises until retiring. Hezekiah leaves to cherish his memory a devoted wife of 51 yrs, Shirley Miles Brown; four children: Eric Brown, Sr., Tia S. Brown Bonds, Joy Brown White (Cedric), and Detra Ward of Baton Rouge, LA; five sisters: Emma Woodside, Georgia Brown Harris, Betty Lue Brown Ennis, Jacquelyn Brown Bell, and Evangeline Brown of Baton Rouge, LA; one aunt, Minnie Lee Brown of Clinton, LA; twelve grandchildren; three great grandchildren, one aunt; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Public viewing is scheduled for Wed, April 8, 2020, 9am-7pm at Winnfield Funeral Home; Thurs, April 9, 9-11am at New Sunlight BC followed by a private only service at 11am. Private Interment: Heavenly Gates Mausoleum. Donations: In Lieu of flowers, please send to Southern University, Baton Rouge Alumni Home Chapter, P.O. Box 12321 Baton Rouge, LA 70831 (in memo section, please list the family name), paypal: sualumnihomchapter, cashapp: $SUAlumniHomeChapter1; and American Heart Association. Fresh Revelation Media live streaming: https://boxcast.tv/view/brown-family-funeral-ssa2xqoaw2f0cmaqcypw.
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Betty Lue
Family
November 2, 2023
I have so many memories of Hezekiah's A.K.A. Mrs.Brown.My fondest memory is of him calling me every day hollering hey Lue,Lue.I really miss this.
Betty Ennis
Family
March 29, 2022
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.
Audrey Robertson
April 10, 2020
To The Brown Family we are so sorry to hear about the passing of our neighbor and friend. We keep you guys in our prayers.
Lillie Mae Lang and Family
April 9, 2020
The Brown Family: Our sincere condolence is with the family at this time. God is our savior call on him. The Stallworth's
James/Cynthia Stallworth
April 9, 2020
To My Godfather,
It saddens me that I couldn't be there in person to see you off. Last time we were together we were joking about how good my mama's cake is... it's those funny memories with you I will always keep with me.
I want to tell you one last thank you. You will forever be missed, Uncle June.
Brennon Cosey
April 9, 2020
Your light will forever shine in our hearts
Jd & Carolyn Reed
April 9, 2020
We're very sorry for your loss, Hezekiah will be greatly missed. Remember we are your church family and we love you always.
Carolyn Reed
April 9, 2020
To the Brown Family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you soon gain strength dwelling on the beautiful memories shared with and of Mr. Brown. He had a servants heart. Thank you for sharing him with us. Trust God. I love you all♥
A. Michele Moore
April 9, 2020
Shirley and family, my heartfelt condolences in your loss. May your countless years of memories with and of Hezekiah sustain you during this painful time as we look forward to the promise of 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18.
Evelyn Edwards
April 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shaune Piper
Classmate
April 8, 2020
Rest In Peace cuz. Many cherish memories from Norwood, La to Baton Rouge.
ROSA Edwards
Family
April 8, 2020
With our deepest condolences and love, May the strength and peace of God keep your hearts and minds doing this time of transition. God Bless
Minister James&Dianne Ward
April 8, 2020
Sorry to hear of your lost. Pray Gods strength to the family.
Belva Reaves
April 8, 2020
George Watts
April 8, 2020
To the Brown family:
I am praying for the entire family during their time of bereavement. " Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal"!
Irma Ferry- Landry
April 8, 2020
Deepest sympathy is extended to the Brown family. Mr. Brown touched many lives in his family and community. He will truly be missed.
Orsheka Moore
April 8, 2020
Sincere condolences are extended to the Brown Family during the loss of Mr. Hezekiah Brown. Deepest sympathy from my family to yours.
Mary Spland Crump
April 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Roderick White
Friend
April 8, 2020
May God soothe your hearts and dry all your tears. Our thought are with you at this time. The Mensia and Isaac family.
Sametha Isaac
April 8, 2020
Shirley, words cannot express how much good my cousin brought to the people of this city and to our family. He was a phone call away for any and everybody's particular. Look to God for he will comfort you.
Larry Dunn Woodside Grant
April 8, 2020
Brown Family,
Words cannot express the emotions that me and my family are feeling right now!! Our prayers are with all of you at this time! Mr. Brown will be truly missed!
Kaneasha Chambliss and Family
April 8, 2020
Mr. Hezekiah Brown was an important man who meant a lot to different groups of people. I personally will miss randomly seeing him at Hi Nabor and tasting his delicious jambalaya and pastalaya. It is my prayer that God will comfort the entire Brown Family, especially my friend Eric. Take your rest Mr. Brown, youve lived your life and you lived it well!
Ebony
April 7, 2020
Moma Georgia, We Are Praying For You And Your Family In Your Time Of Bereavement.
Classie & Paul Gayden
April 7, 2020
Mr.Brown you will forever be remembered as Boss Man. Your
Sister and personal assistant.Betty Lue
Betty Ennis
April 7, 2020
Rest in Paradise My Condolences to the family
C H. W.
April 7, 2020
Sincere Sympathy, may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ronald Collins & Family
Baton Rouge, LA
April 6, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Family. Sincere Sympathy
Ronald & Bernadine Collins & Family
April 6, 2020
My condolences to you my dearest friend Detra Ward. I will always remember your Father cooking the best Jambalaya
on this side of heaven. You will definitely be in my prayers.
Tammy Batiste
April 6, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family. We all grew up on N.26th Street and North Blvd. Hezekiah was a household name. Heaven has gained an angel.
Shirley, take care and let Jesus fix it for you!
(Give my information to Lillian to call me, please 678-662-1321)
JoAnn Williams-West
April 6, 2020
Prayers for the Brown family
EMILY MATEN
April 6, 2020
As a part of B.R.Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, I thoroughly enjoyed working with Mr. Brown at New Sunlight the 1st Saturdays of the month. He really enjoyed feeding the homeless and interacting with us. We loved him and he will truly be missed.
Eunice Talmore
April 6, 2020
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
American Heart Association
April 6, 2020
Mr. Brown was a very special person who loved his family, his friends, but most of all his church. While dropping off tithes and offerings on Sunday mornings for ill family members, he always made me feel welcome to his scrumptious breakfast. His kind spirit will be forever missed and cherished. Rest in heaven!
Nedra Payne
April 6, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kellie Holmes
Friend
April 6, 2020
I've been knowing Brother Brown for many years, we was in grade school together, Perkins Rd Elementary, we had many good times together growing up, RIH my Brother
Gerald Hardin
April 6, 2020
Shirley and family my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I'll certainly miss the fun times we shared.
Patricia Sims Williams
April 5, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joyce
Friend
April 5, 2020
Shirley, I am sorry to hear about Hezekiah. You and your family are in my prayers.
Cousin Bessie
Bessie Russell Haynes
April 5, 2020
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY. PRAYING FOR YOUR STRENGTH, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
CAROL JONES
April 5, 2020
On behalf of The Old North Boulevard Bottom Neighborhood and myself. We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. May God will continue to strengthen you during this time.
George Ralph Woods
April 5, 2020
Mrs. Brown, Tia, Eric and Joy
My fondest memory of Mr Brown was the look he would give Tia and I as we carved out our story. It is with great sadness that my family presents you with a small token of togetherness and empathy in your time of sorrow. Thank you! - Please accept our condolences. From Phalen, Payten, Dori, Delta and Preston with love.
Del Timoko Clark Dunbar
April 5, 2020
Shirley you and your family have our deepest sympathy.
Eddie and I feel honored to have worked with Hezekiah at New Sunlight Baptist Church for many years. He was the life of the "Kitchen" on Saturday mornings, especially with the Zetas who affectionately called him "Cousin" Hezekiah. We will miss the warmth of his smile.
Your Friends,
Eddie and Jeannine Sims Johnson
April 5, 2020
Shirley, I pray God's strength for you and the family during this time of hurt. May our thoughts and prayers aid you in some form. May God continue to Bless you.
Earl and Gloria June Butler
April 4, 2020
With deepest sympathy.Hold on to God's unchanging hand. Praying for the family. Diane Joseph/ST. Mary B.C
Diane Joseph
April 4, 2020
Shirley you and your family have my heartfelt sympathy...I pray that God will continue to strengthen you during this time.
Cynthia Doyle-Lewis
April 4, 2020
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