Hezekiah Brown Jr.

1946 - 2020

Hezekiah Brown Jr. obituary, 1946-2020, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

1946

DIED

2020

Hezekiah Brown Obituary

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.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 4 to Apr. 9, 2020.
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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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8

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9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

New Sunlight Baptist Church

1777 America St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

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9

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11:00 a.m.

private only service at Winnfield Funeral Home

LA 70811

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