Dr. Brown went home to be with the Lord, Sunday evening, July 8, 2007, at 8:25 pm, passing peacefully and surrounded by family members and close friends.
Dr. Brown’s funeral, held on Thursday, July 12 in Dunnellon, Florida, was a glorious event, according to his wife Grace. Two ministers, the Reverend Keeth Staton of the Springs Presbyterian Church of Dunnellon and Anglican Rector Dr. Jon Shuler, conducted the service. The Brown’s son-in-law, Michael, also spoke and paid tribute to Dr. Brown. Grace said that music dominated the service with songs being sung prior to the service, as people entered, and throughout the service, numbering at least ten songs sung, providing the service with a spirit of worship and joy. Those paying their respect to Dr. Brown came from numerous states, including Florida, North Carolina, Illinois, and Arizona. Thank you for your prayers.
A Memorial Service will be held in Charlotte on Saturday, July 28 at 2:00 pm at Carmel Presbyterian Church, across the street from the RTS/Charlotte campus. Accommodations will be available at the South Park Courtyard by Marriott (www.marriott.com), located at 6023 Park South Drive, 704-552-7333 (rooms cost $109 or $119/night; if you are looking for less expensive accommodations, please contact the RTS Admissions office, 704-688-4220, for a list of other local hotels).
After the Memorial Service, a reception with the family will follow in the A Building of the RTS/Charlotte campus. Later, a meeting will be held for those who want to gather with the Brown family and reminisce, so please consider staying overnight on the 28th if visiting from out of town and you wish to attend this special time. The meeting to reminisce is planned to be held at the South Park Courtyard by Marriott.
Christianity Today’s article on Dr. Brown can be viewed here:
http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2007/julyweb-only/128-13.0.html