Junius Fleming Brown, Sr.

Junius Fleming Brown,Sr. was born in Henrico County,Virginia on February 2,1926,as the only child of Junius Henry Brown and Sisie Amory. Our beloved father finished his work here on May 10,2011. Dad attended Henrico County schools and accepted Christ at an early age at First Bethel Baptist Church,where he remained a lifelong member. In 1945,Dad entered the U. S. Army and toured in Okinawa,France,and Germany,where he earned the American Theater Campaign Ribbon and the WWII Victory Metal. While in the army,Dad was certified as a 30 Caliber Rifle M1 Sharp Shooter. Upon leaving the military,he began his music career playing the upright base for many famous band leaders and singers. Dad ended his music career,playing his base for the Lord. While a musician,he met and married the love of his life(preceded by) Wondrude Melva Cunningham on August 20,1949 and remained married for almost 60 years. Dad was a dedicated and hard working man. Employed at Leggett & Myers Tobacco factory for over 20 years,he never missed a day from work. After leaving his employer,he made the decision to never work for anyone but himself. In 1974,he started J.F.Brown Hauling and continued operating his business until his demise. His ultimate passion was for people. He adored his family and was well loved and respected in the community. His long life experiences caused him to be able to share a friendly conversation with anyone,young and old. In addition to his love for people,he was an avid hunter,fisherman,gardener and he loved to dance. Dad leaves to cherish 8 children;Dorothy,Junius Jr,(Terry),Ellen,Stanley,Sr.(Sharion),Rhenea(Wendall),Rafael,Sr.(Tavane),James and Charles(Angie);12 grandchildren:Ben Jr.(Angela),Antoine,Michael,Laurie,Edwin,Shannon(David),Tiah,Wendall,II(Regina),Rafael II(Joy),Tavane(Manny),Coredaja and Yassine(predeceased by;Dino,Lisa,Charles(Carrie) and Stanley II);22 great-grandchildren;Billie Joe,Sean,Michael,Alexandra,Alicia,Tahnaykay(Lascelle),Barry,Lakea,LaTaria,Stanley III,David,Jr.,Jordon,Alyssa,Wendall III,Troy,Kendall,Taylor,Kennedy,Manny.Mirrah,Marina and Marino;5 great great grandchildren;Joseph,Kaylehana,Tahjanier,Nehemiah and Ceoani;"son"Bernard Dunn,devoted friend Eugene Christian,dog Roscoe,devoted caregivers,Cynthia Thomas and Sylvester Gunter;and a host of nieces,nephews,relatives and friends.

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Junius Fleming Brown, Sr.

February 2, 1926 - May 10, 2011