Carroll Parker Brown,Sr.

The Obituary Our beloved, Carroll Parker Brown, Sr. was born in Richmond, Virginia on December 22, 1941 to the late Georgia L. and John William Brown. He departed this life on October 1, 2013 at The Laurels of Bon Air. Carroll is preceded in death by his bother Burley Brown. He was educated in the Richmond Public Schools and graduated from Virginia State College, now known as Virginia State University. He was a Professor of Geology for 26 years. His Ph.D. studies were at the College of William and Mary. During his tenure, he developed, designed, authored and co-authored successful National Science Foundation funded grants in earth science and computer science in excess of $300,000 for the enrichment of high school teachers, students and college teachers. He also designed, developed and authored the Master of Education Program in Earth Science at Virginia State University. He was Chairman of the Department of Geology 1986-1988 and 1990-1991. He served on many committees at the University which included the School of Natural Science, Recruitment Committee, Faculty Promotional Committee and the Virginia State University’s Handbook Committee as he served as a local board member of Special Olympics. He was also selected by the National Committee to review earth science textbooks with Prentice Hall Publishing Company because of his commitment to excellence. Virginia State University presented the Faculty Emeritus Status Award to him. On May 9, 1997, the Board of Visitors directed the President of the University to present him with the faculty emeritus status because of the high esteem the Board of Visitors, the administration, faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of the university had for him. A copy of this was encased and maintained permanently in the archives of the University. He was married to Gertrude J. Brown “Jackie” on August 14, 1964 and from this union three children were born. Carroll was an outstanding example of a very giving human being whom always managed to somehow put others beyond himself and his needs. He cared deeply for his friends, family, and all of his loved ones to a great extent. Carroll was the backbone, the strength, and the light of his family. He gave love to everyone around him. Our Carroll was a true reflection of God’s love! He really loved education and teaching and had a jovial personality and caring heart. Not only was he a great husband and father, but a provider as well. He will truly be missed. Carroll’s memories will be cherished by his loving wife, Gertrude J. Brown of 49 years; three devoted children, LaFon Brown Tuck (Hannibal), Derrick O. Brown (Dana) and Carroll Parker Brown, Jr.; three grandchildren, Ayren, Sydney and Nyla Brown; two caring siblings, Gloria Brewer (John) and Aleatha Smith; a host of other relatives and friends. You can only have one Carroll . . . patient, kind and true; No other friend in all the world will be the same to you. For all his loving kindness, he asked nothing in return. As we look upon his picture sweet memories we recall, Of a face so full of sunshine and a soft smile for one and all. Sweet Jesus, take this message to our dear beloved up above; Tell him how we miss him and give him all our love.

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Carroll Parker Brown,Sr.

December 22, 1941 - October 1, 2013