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Richard Brown BROWN WINSTON-SALEM - On Thursday, October 22, 2009, Richard "Ricky" Brown, 55, passed away suddenly at home. He was born on February 22, 1954, in Charleston¸ SC, where he attended public schools. After graduation from Chicora High School, he attended Tyler College in Tyler, Texas before completing his college education at Shaw University in 1977 with a B. S. Degree in Music Education. Upon graduation, he received his Commission into the United States Marine Corps as a 2nd Lt.; having obtained the rank of Captain before honorably resigning his commission in 1981. Richard was passionate about everything he undertook in life. He was an avid bowler; he loved to fish, and was a former member of the youth football umpire league in Charleston. Richard is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated and also a Master Mason (F&AM, PHA) and member of Suburban Lodge #213 Charleston, SC. Richard gave his life to Christ as a young adult aligning with Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, Charleston SC. There he was a member of the Trustee Board, Choir, and Media Ministry. On November 1, 2003, he met the love of his life, Dr. Cynthia Williams. They were married on July 30, 2005; uniting two families that shared in their love for each other. After their marriage he moved to Winston-Salem, North Carolina and became a member with his wife at Goler Memorial AME Zion Church. There he was a dedicated volunteer with the Angel Food Ministries, Trustee Board, and his true love was the Media Ministry. He was most known for his undying loyalty and love to his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin C. and Evelyna S. Brown. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Cynthia Brown; siblings, Shirley Washington, Jannie Brown, George (VaRhonda) Brown, Norman "Teddy" Brown, Janice (Eddie) Bogan, Keren (Michael) Kearney, Benita (Anthony) Palmer, and Rodney (Sonia) Brown; his mother-in-law, Albertha (Roger) Williams Smith; brother-in-law, Michael (Lynell) Williams; one uncle, Samuel Smith; aunts and uncles by marriage, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews, and several godchildren. Funeral Services will be conducted at 12 noon Tuesday, October 27, 2009 from the Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, Charleston, SC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Goler Memorial Trustee Board, 630 N. Patterson Avenue Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Online condolences can be made at www.russellfuneralservice.com. ARRANGEMENTS BY RUSSELL FUNERAL SERVICE. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Oct. 26, 2009.

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November 5, 2009

Cynthia the Lord giveth and taketh away!
God will take care of you!
When your daysare good or bad, Trust Him, Cling to him, and when you must moan, Let him moan with you.
He will see you thru

Love Cheryl Flora, & Harold
(Morrison's & McCants)

Daren Wilson

November 3, 2009

I am sorry about this Dr. Brown.

Donna Presnell

October 31, 2009

Dear Cynthia,

This is a saying that has helped me in the past. Maybe you can find some comfort in it as well.

"Perhaps they're not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy."

October 30, 2009

Dear Cynthia--may God continue His blessings upon you and family.


Rev. P. Gregory (Dr. Evelyn) Dowd

Tracy Ward

October 29, 2009

May God bless you and yours in this time of sorrow. I had the pleasure of working with Richard at the Charleston post office. Richard will be greatly missed.

Bonnie Blankenship

October 29, 2009

Dear Cynthia - I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I know you will miss him deeply. I will be praying that God will comfort and guide you in the days ahead. God bless you!

Bonnie "TJ" Tjeerdsma Blankenship

thelma failey

October 29, 2009

may God continue to bless your family and loved ones during this time of sorrow

Matea Leon

October 28, 2009

My deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, son, and brother.
I had the pleasure of working with Richard in Norfolk, Virginia at the post office.
He was an extraordinary person. It was my good fortune to have known him.

Renee Graves

October 28, 2009

James Jr, James III, Kevin and Renee Graves would like to express our sincere sorrow. James and I worked with Richard many years in the Norfolk plant. May God be with you.

Margo Coleman

October 28, 2009

Cynthia,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I just heard about your husband's passing. My heart goes out to you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Denice Middleton-Rice

October 28, 2009

To: Shirley,Janie,Janice,Karen,Bonita,George,Teddy,Rodney,And the Entire Borwn Family, May you heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of the joyful times with Ricky as you celebrate a life well lived.
Your Howard Heights Neighbor/Family

October 28, 2009

To Shirley,Janie,Janice,Karen,Bonita,George, Teddy, Rodney and the entire Brown Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times with Ricky as you celebrate a life well lived. A Family Friend from Howard Heights
Denice Middleton-Rice Huntsville, AL

Gene Ferguson

October 28, 2009

To the Brown Family:

First, I would like offer my condolence.

Richard and I share memories prior to our birth. Richard's mother and my mother were carrying us at the same time. We attended Mary Ford Elementary, Chicora High and Texas College at the same time.

I am sharing these fond memories for you and your family to find comfort knowing that he qualitatively touched my life too.

Peace be with you.

Gene Ferguson

Allen Brown

October 27, 2009

Richard Brown was my friend,we worked together in the Norfolk,VA Post Office.
May the Grace of God be with his wife and family. He was a good man.

Phyllis Conley

October 27, 2009

Cynthia,

Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you during this most difficult time.

Stenson & Phyllis Conley

Mr.& Mrs.Harry W. Green

October 27, 2009

We had a lot of laughs in the high school bandroom.You shall be missed !! We send our condolences out to the Brown family.

Mr. & Mrs. Harry Green II

October 27, 2009

Gonna miss ya Ricky. We had lots of laughs in the high school bandroom ! Condolences to the family. Our prayers are with you.

Rev. Beverly W. McMillian

October 27, 2009

Cynthia,
I can only imagine what you must be feeling right now but just remember "your help comes from the Lord" and He will not suffer your feet to be moved, He that keepth Israel keepth thee. If you need me call me and I will be there for you.
Love You

Dr. Elder Lillie Washington

October 27, 2009

Hi Shirley
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May God continue to keep and bless your families. "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". I love you and I will keep you in my prayers.

rudy chapman

October 27, 2009

sorry to hear about your loss praying for your family and love ones.

Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Rumph

October 27, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you ALL during this difficult time.

THE NESBITT FAMILY

October 26, 2009

To The Brown Family:

Please allow us, The Nesbitt Family, to extend our heartfelt condolences.The loss of a loved one is never an easy task to bear,but bear we all must. Your entire Family are and will be in our prayers. May the Love and Peace of God comfort each and everyone of you. May God's immeasureable blessings be with each of you during this, your hour of bereavement....

~ The Nesbitt Family
( Johndell, Elishea, Alphonso,
Micheal, John and Rosa )
Union Heights
Charleston,S.C.

Deborah Williams

October 26, 2009

To: Rodney, Sonia, and the entire Brown Family. Our prayers are with you at this time and always. Ricky and I were classmates in school and in church. Our nickname for him related to his calm nature, tall statue, and the strength that came from his mere presence. May God continue to lift your hearts today and in days to come. We love you all.
Uncle Charles and Aunt Deborah Williams and Family

Nakia Williams

October 26, 2009

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

Brenda V. Small, Chicora High School ' 1972

October 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Arlethia Lemon-Cusack

October 26, 2009

Cynthia, As you know Richard was a close personal friend to Cookie, Lacey and I. We will truly miss his smile and loving hugs. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts as you continue to lean on God's grace to help you through these difficult time. Arlethia Lemon-Cusack

October 26, 2009

Cynthia, As you know Richard was a close personal friend to Cookie Lacey and I. We will truly miss his smile and loving hugs. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts as you continue to lean on God's grace to help you through these difficult times. Arlethia Lemon-Cusack

Cheryl & Robert Pratt

October 26, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

October 26, 2009

Cynthia I am sorry for the lost of your husband .I met him when Mammie died . He was a very nice person.He will forever live in your heart. You are in our prayers.Mr. and Mrs. Arzwell [Williette} Peace.

Williette Peace

October 26, 2009

Cynthia I am sorry for the lost of your husband .I met him when Mammie died . He was a very nice person.He will forever live in your heart. You are in our prayers.Mr. and Mrs. Arzwell [Williette} Peace.

Paulette Backmon

October 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 26, 2009

Dr. M. Christopher Brown, the staff in Admission and Student Financial Aid send prayers for comfort and continued blessings to you and the entire Brown family during this time of bereavement. Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths".

Keith Chandler, Dean,
Russelle Keese, Executive Director
Fisk University, Nashville, TN

Glenn Royster

October 26, 2009

Cynthia it was such an honor to speak to your congregation of the many beloved friends and families on Sunday ! We learned so much more about an already honorable Brother.Gloria and my thoughts and prayers are certainly with you and your family and again if you need anything please do not hesitate to let us know.I sure do miss him.God bless you and comfort you
Cynthia .Glenn and Gloria Royster

yvette richardson

October 26, 2009

To Keren and The Brown family. I am sorry for the lost of your loved one. May God stregthan you during this very difficult time.Yvette (Hill) Richardson

October 26, 2009

To Keren and The Brown family. I am sorry for the lost of your loved one. May God stregthan you during this very difficult time.Yvette (Hill) Richardson

David Hardison

October 26, 2009

Richard and I worked together in the Norfolk P & DC for many years early in his postal carreer! May God bless you and give you strength in the days ahead. Psalms 121...

Djuana "Pitty" Scott

October 26, 2009

May you find comfort in HIM and cherish the many memories he has left in your hearts. I worked with Richard in Norfolk, VA at the Post Office several years ago.

Geraldine Fox

October 26, 2009

Shirley, Jane, Keren, Bonita and the entire Brown Family: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. My family and I offer our deepest condolences and we will be in touch with you soon.

God bless and keep each of you in His loving care.

Donna President

October 26, 2009

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

Abrena Jordan

October 26, 2009

To the Brown family

My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Richard was a good friend / co-worker, who was liked and loved by many. He will be greatly missed.

medgar sheff

October 26, 2009

sorry for your loss,

October 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

John & Liz Foster

October 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

jervey boyd

October 26, 2009

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

October 25, 2009

Cynthia and the entire Brown Family,

Our Prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We may not always understand His ways, but remember that God is still in control and He will always give you the strength to endure. Each day you shared was a gift to give thanks for. Know that he is in that great cloud of witnesses smiling down at you. Cynthia, if there is ever anything that we can do for you, please call me. From the Charleston Postal Workers and Lorna Coakley and Dmitri Ford.

October 25, 2009

Cynthia,

Our Prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in prayers, family, friends and love one. If you need anything just give me a call.
Love You
Beverly Milligan-Moore and Albert Milligan and Family

October 25, 2009

Cynthia,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Former neighbors across the cul-de-sac,
The Davises-Craig, Angie, Evan and Carson

Jannie Brown

October 24, 2009

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.

dianne robinson

October 24, 2009

cynthia, our hearts and soul are with you in this time of sorrow. we love you and will be there for you.

October 24, 2009

Please accept this offer of Sympathy do the passing of your loved one. I know that God is with you and that my Prayers are sent.

Dr. Williams Brown, I will be in touch and continue to keep your hands in God's Hands and ask and seek with any requests.

Love and Blessings

Laura Allen

Byron & Jan Combs

October 24, 2009

Cynthia and Family,

We pray for God to help you during this difficult time. Please know that we are deeply sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you.

Benita Woods-Wilson

October 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Richard had such a gentle spirit. He will be missed dearly at the VA. Psalm 121:1-2, I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. Brown Family, please continue to lean, trust, and depend on GOD.

The Hall Family

October 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Cynthia. We will miss Richard terribly. Please know that we are here for you. We love you.

M. Christopher Brown II

October 24, 2009

The passing of my uncle forces me to remember that saints just pass on. This is an hour that requires each of us to lean upon our divine help. Let us look to hills from which cometh our help, for all of our help comes from above.

Sherri Wilson (WSSU)

October 24, 2009

To the Brown family, May the peace of God which passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. I am extremely sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Cynthia, the Lord will keep you in this time of sorrow. You will be in my prayers. God Bless you.

Gwen & Andrew Love

October 24, 2009

To Cynthia and Family-Peace and Christ Be With You. Richard was such an Humble, God-Fearing, Loving and Giving Spirit.
God Has Taken Yet Another Beautiful Flower For His Garden,
Heaven Has Go To Be A Lovely Place,
When The Sky Is Clear And All The Stars Are Shining,
Look For The Brightest One, That Will Be The Smile Of Your Beloved Family
Member Shining Their Light Upon You.
Our Prayers Are With You And Your Family During This Special Time. We Love You And We Are Here For You. Please Let Us Know If We Can Do Anything.

John & Liz Foster

October 24, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

October 24, 2009

WILL MISS YOU MYFRIEND. TO CYNTHIA MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU.
FROM RALEIGH, TO CHARLESTON,THROUGH USPS,AND BACK AGAIN. YOU WERE TRULY SPECIAL. WITH LOVE PATRICIA FUNNIE WILLIAMS. CHAS,S.C.

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