Clara Miles Brown

Mrs. Clara Miles Brown was born in Charles City County, Virginia, March 30, 1919 to the late Theodore and Ellen Miles. She was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Brown; two sisters, Cassie B. Johnson and Geneva Lomax; two brothers, Theodore Miles and Lindbergh Miles. Clara was a product of the Charles City County Public School System. She graduated from Ruthville High School as Salutatorian of her class. She went on to attend Virginia Union University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in English. Clara taught as an elementary school teacher (grades 1st-5th) in the Charles City County School system, starting at Kimages Elementary School, Barnetts Elementary School and finally at Samaria Elementary School. She retired after thirty-five years in her chosen profession and was then honored by the Charles City County Retired Teachers Association for her dedicated work. Her students thrived under her thorough instruction of the course work. Former students would call and visit her throughout years after her retirement. Clara joined New Vine Baptist Church, in Charles City County, Virginia at an early age. She was a faithful member of that congregation for well over sixty-five years. In March of 2010, Clara was awarded by New Vine Baptist Church for her many years of participation in the Women’s Ministry. She later became a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Henrico, Virginia approximately seventeen years ago. She enjoyed and treasured the fellowship with all of the members. Clara was a member of the Home Demonstration Club and was also affiliated with the Floral Ministry of Antioch Baptist Church for many years. She had a love for plants and could be found in her flower or vegetable garden in her leisure time. She looked forward to entertaining the Floral Ministry members when it was her turn to have meetings at her home. Clara treated her guests with scrumptious and delightful meals. Her homemade rolls were her specialty. She felt honored to be asked to bake roils for the bake sales at church or for friends and family. Clara also enjoyed theatrical plays and traveling. She had a love of various types of music, especially jazz, blues and gospel. Clara put her heart into everything that she did. Her amazing love was constant and unconditional. She was a smart, kind and generous woman who built bonds with many and had very special friendships. Clara touched everyone in a unique kind of way. If you met her you would remember her special spirit. She will always be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and special friend to many. She loved life and gave love to everyone around her. No one can fill the space that she has left on earth. She was full of life and had a spirit so radiant. Clara always created memories for family to hold on to. She will be greatly missed and her impact will be felt by the many lives she touched. Cherishing her memory are her three children,Marvin L. Brown (Virginia);Mary E. Brown and Wilma Elizabeth Lloyd,all of Richmond,Virginia;three grandchidren,Ann J. Brown,Gregory Brown (Aprile)and Swithern E.H. Lloyd,Jr.;one great-grandson,Solomon I. Brown;several devoted nieces,Zelma B. Levels of Brooklyn,New York;Marceil Black of Cary,North Carolina;Jacquelyn Tonsall of Katy,Texas;Beverly J. Davis(Tyrone) of Charleston,South Carolina;Susie J. Davis of Richmond,Virginia;Audrey L. Lomax and Sheila E. Lomax of Atlanta,George; a devoted nephew,Robert A. Johnson(Joyce)of Highland Springs,Virginia and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Clara Miles Brown

March 30, 1919 - September 7, 2013