Mr. Richard A. Brown

***A FUNERAL SERVICE IN LOVING MEMORY FOR RICHARD ALLEN BROWN, WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, JULY 14, 2023, AT ALLEN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH ****NOTE: PLEASE SEE VISITATION & SERVICE TIMES LISTED BELOW**** ____________________________________________________________ ATTENTION FAMILY & FRIENDS----TO VIEW TODAY'S SERVICE ONLINE: Go to church's website link at: https://www.facebook.com/allenchapelmichigan?mibextid=LQQJ4d ___________________________________________________________ ****PLEASE NOTE: THE FAMILY IS REQUESTING THAT MASKS ARE WORN AND WE WILL PROVIDE HAND SANITIZER WHEN ENTERING OUR BUILDING. If you have any questions, please contact us at: (269) 342-1000 _______________________________________________ The Obituary Richard Allen Brown went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Richard was born on November 11, 1958 to Richard F. and Daisy M. Brown; he was the firstborn of their three children. Richard accepted Christ at an early age at Second Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Matthew W. Wright in Kalamazoo, MI. His faith sustained him through the ups and downs of life and he never stopped believing on the name of the Lord... Let’s be clear, Richard packed a lot of living into his 64-year journey here on earth! He was married twice to smart, beautiful women and he was a faithful member of the Michigan Nightingales when he lived in Kalamazoo. Richard really enjoyed touring with the Nightingales and was happy to spread the Gospel through music. His instrument of choice, since he was a little boy, was the drums. He loved them and could play any set, anywhere with an intensity and a passion that only he could bring! His music was his first love for a long time until August 23, 1994 rolled around...then the light of his life Jewel Amber was born! Over the years, they maintained a bond that only a daddy’s girl and a girl dad could understand...they talked everyday and saw each other as often as possible. Their love for each other was special and is forever...as Jewel said, “I’ll see you later, it’s never goodbye.” Richard was also a jack of all trades and master of many. He could do carpentry work, put siding and roofs on homes, fix plumbing issues, and was good at car repair…the list goes on. In 2005 he moved to New Orleans for work and helped with the restoration efforts after Hurricane Katrina hit. Eventually he relocated to Georgia and became an Operation Supervisor at Avantic Residential where his leadership and troubleshooting skills served him well. Richard was a charming, charismatic, smooth as silk brotha with a sense of style that never got old! He had a mischievous side that could catch you off guard, and a sense of humor like he was auditioning to be a stand-up comedian! While living his best life, he was always going somewhere or doing something...being idle did not agree with him at all...LOL! He was a football/basketball enthusiast, a pool shark, and he enjoyed playing dominoes with his friends. He was proud that he had attained 23 years of clean time and is no doubt a role model to many in the Fellowship. We’re gonna miss that snicker of a laugh, that handsome face and smile, and the care you showed by checking on your family and friends. Thankfully, because of God’s mercy and Richard’s determined spirit, he was able to stay long enough to visit with his daughter and his dad in person... after that, he knew he could enter eternity happy and at peace… Richard’s story would not be complete without giving his Georgia family a heartfelt shout out! They came through and flooded him with prayers, visits, and love...especially Louis Dean who made sure Richard’s family here in Michigan stayed connected to him practically every day with video chats. Lou considered him not only a friend, but a brother that he loved. No doubt the feeling was mutual Lou! Thank you so much, we’ll never forget what you did for him! He leaves behind to cherish the memories: Richard and Josephine Brown, Jewel Brown and his grandson Jaiden who Richard fondly called “The Boy”, Angela Brown-Ash, Trenise Brown, Takisha Bodian, Micaiah Ash, and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins. We also want to thank Curtis, Stephanie, and Carmen for your love and support to your Papa & your Mom during this difficult time. God bless you! He will now be reunited with his beloved Mama who he missed every day, his brother Raymond who he shared the love of music with, both sets of grandparents, and all the other relatives that went on before him. Even though your journey here is done, the best is yet to come! We love you Richard, rest easy.

Mr. Richard A. Brown

November 11, 1958 - July 1, 2023