Mr. Robert Lee Brown Jr

Mr. Robert Lee Brown Jr., also known as “Big Daddy”, “Brown” or “Uncle Robert Jr.”, was born on November 25, 1943, in Grantville, GA (Meriwether County) to the late Mr. Robert Lee Brown, Sr. and Mrs. Jessie Mae Brown. He departed this life on June 21, 2024. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Mrs. Doris Brown, to whom he was married for 51 blessed years; his parents, Mr. Robert Lee Brown, Sr. and Mrs. Jessie Mae Brown; sisters, Mrs. Jessie Lee Moody (Curtis Lee), Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Trammell (William), Mrs. Hazel Jackson (Levi), Mrs. Sarah Middlebrooks (Samuel), and Ms. Rosa Wilkerson; three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Linda Dawson, Mrs. Janet Shields, and Mrs. Lillie Cousins; and two brothers-in-law, Mr. Homer Lee “Buddy” Dawson and Mr. Marion “Tub” Dawson. Robert confessed his love for Christ at a very young age. He attended John Wesley United Methodist Church in Grantville, GA. Upon relocating to the metro Atlanta area, he found a new church home and became a dedicated member of Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church. Robert enjoyed attending church every Sunday where his favorite part was listening to praise and worship service and hearing the Men’s Choir. When visiting Wings of Faith Worldwide Ministries, Inc. with his daughter, he would often jump with joy when his favorite hymns were sung. Robert graduated from Central High School in Newnan, GA in 1963 and moved to Atlanta. As a young man, he immediately joined the workforce at Sears and eventually moved on to serve for more than 20 years with the State of Georgia as a lead site mechanic where he managed the entire plant of the Department of Juvenile Justice’s Youth Development Center. Following an early retirement from the State of Georgia, Robert continued to share his talents and gifts as he worked as a master carpenter with Southeast Energy Corporation and Classic Manor Builders. There was not much that Robert could not build. He would often mentor and teach other young men who barely knew how to use a hammer, leading them to build everything from decks to cabinets and furniture, etc. His work can be found in homes, and yards, throughout Georgia and Florida. Mr. Robert Brown was not only a master carpenter who could create and build just about anything, he had other creative talents as well. He often made window treatments for family and friends, from design to finish; he was a master seamstress who could sew or repair anything; and he was also a master cook! Along with his many creative endeavors, he enjoyed fishing and playing cards with his friends. He took great pride in his appearance always making sure that he had the latest cowboy boots. While he may have worn his overalls and cowboy/work boots during the day, he enjoyed dressing up and was famous for his suits and hats! Known for his bright infectious smile, his sense of humor, and laughter, Robert was a “play dad” to many and his home was always the neighborhood place to be. Raybin and Robin “Chanté ” didn’t mind sharing their parents. Robert loved his family more than anything, and his grandchildren were his pride and joy. He would light up when any one of them came into the room. His five grandchildren called him “Big Daddy” which was probably the name he enjoyed being called the most! Robert leaves to cherish his memory his son, Mr. Raybin Deon Brown, and his daughter, Dr. Robin Chanté Christian (Neal); one sister, Mrs. Martha Maye (Bennie); one brother-in-law, Mr. Robert Wilkerson; three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Grace Davis (Jodie), Mrs. Catherine Rosser (Holsie (deceased)) and Mrs. Carolyn Williams (Charles); two granddaughters, Kennedy Robbins and London Christian; two grandsons, Kenneth Robbins Jr. and Nicholas Brown; god-grandson, Caden Sutton; a special friend, Ms. Carolyn Coleman and a host of nieces, nephews, play sons and daughters, other relatives, and many friends.

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Mr. Robert Lee Brown Jr

November 25, 1943 - June 21, 2024