Celebrating the life of
Pope Terrell "Terry" Brown
December 22, 1935 - December 02, 2013
Savannah- Pope Terrell Terry Brown passed away on December 2, 2013 at home under Hospice care, surrounded by his wife, Roslyn and his beloved dog, Muffin.
He was born on December 22, 1935 in Macon, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pope Middleton Brown and Mildred Whitten Brown, and brother, Charles A. Brown.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Roslyn Butler Brown of Savannah, GA; sister, Carol Denson of Advance NC, and several nieces and nephews.
Terry graduated from Mercer University, with additional education at Ohio State University-The Wharton School. He was a former Vice President of Sales and Marketing at the Geer Division of Amerisource Corporation and Director of Sales and Marketing at Soloman's Company. He retired from the United States Army Reserve with the Rank of Lieutenant Colonel; and was selected to serve as an Admission Officer at West Point for Coastal South Carolina. He was an honor graduate of the US Army Command and General Staff College, and graduate of the Industrial College of Armed Forces.
He was Commodore of the Hobcow Yacht Club, Mt. Pleasant, SC. Former member of the Snee Farm Country Club, Mt. Pleasant, SC, former member of the Charleston Yacht Club, Charleston, SC. Current member of The Landings Club, The Fort Sumter Camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, The Saint David's Society of Charleston, SC, Porsche Club of America for 30 years, Phi Delta Theta, Lowcountry Oyster and Motor Car Driving Society of Hilton Head, SC and Mensa. Terry enjoyed reading, travel, sailing, fishing, golf and tennis.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, December 5, 2013 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Interment will full military honors will be at 1:00 pm, Friday, December 6, 2013 at Beaufort National Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank Priscilla, Damion, Ayesha and Hospice Savannah for their wonderful care and support. Special thanks to Jim Crumley and Eric.
Remembrances may be made to the Humane Society of Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr., Savannah, GA 31406.
With deepest sympathy to the Brown family for the death of your dear loved one. May you find comfort in the words of Isaiah 25:8 'He will swallow up death forever. And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces.'
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
Heartfelt condolences
- Priscilla Beckwith, Savannah, GA
Roslyn, You have my deepest sympathy on your loss of Terry. May you find peace and understanding at this particularly difficult time, and may you feel the love of those closest to you. Love, Virginia
- Virginia Scoville McClure, Macon, GA
Roslyn, and Carol & Family, Mom and I and the family are so sorry for your loss of Terry, we love you.
- Joyce Butler Drew & Mom, Macon, GA
Ms Roslyn, my mother Margaret Richardson, notified me of the passing of your husband. She'll be sending a card to the funeral home, since she doesn't have your address. I'm relaying her sincere condolences during this very difficult time. I didn't know your husband, but remember how very nice you were to me so many years ago. My sincere sympathy to you and your loved ones.
- Virginia Richardson, Mt. Pleasant, SC
Roslyn, We were sorry to learn that Terry passed away - You are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that you have many good memories of the years you shared and that will be a comfort in the days and years to come ..Love, Elvis and Mary Butler
- Elvis Butler, Macon, GA
Roslyn, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Terry, will be remembered for his charm, sense of humor and infectious smile. Yet, it is truly Terry’s undying love and devotion to you that defines the man we have known, respected and loved. Even though there are no profound or clever words that can accurately depict what an immense person Terry was, we will always remember that enthusiastic, outgoing character that he possessed. Wayne and May Disher
- Wayne Disher, Savannah, GA
Roslyn, I was saddened and sorry to hear of Terry's passing. I will miss him, his wonderful personality and his FRIENDSHIP. Our faith has us believe that he is now in a much better place with no more pain or suffering. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I will pray that GOD will continue to bless, protect and watch over you during this difficult time.
- Richard Lutz, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy to the Brown family for the death of your dear loved one. May you find comfort in the words of Isaiah 25:8 'He will swallow up death forever. And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces.'
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
Heartfelt condolences
- Priscilla Beckwith, Savannah, GA
Roslyn, You have my deepest sympathy on your loss of Terry. May you find peace and understanding at this particularly difficult time, and may you feel the love of those closest to you. Love, Virginia
- Virginia Scoville McClure, Macon, GA
Roslyn, and Carol & Family, Mom and I and the family are so sorry for your loss of Terry, we love you.
- Joyce Butler Drew & Mom, Macon, GA
Ms Roslyn, my mother Margaret Richardson, notified me of the passing of your husband. She'll be sending a card to the funeral home, since she doesn't have your address. I'm relaying her sincere condolences during this very difficult time. I didn't know your husband, but remember how very nice you were to me so many years ago. My sincere sympathy to you and your loved ones.
- Virginia Richardson, Mt. Pleasant, SC
Roslyn, We were sorry to learn that Terry passed away - You are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that you have many good memories of the years you shared and that will be a comfort in the days and years to come ..Love, Elvis and Mary Butler
- Elvis Butler, Macon, GA
Roslyn, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Terry, will be remembered for his charm, sense of humor and infectious smile. Yet, it is truly Terry’s undying love and devotion to you that defines the man we have known, respected and loved. Even though there are no profound or clever words that can accurately depict what an immense person Terry was, we will always remember that enthusiastic, outgoing character that he possessed. Wayne and May Disher
- Wayne Disher, Savannah, GA
Roslyn, I was saddened and sorry to hear of Terry's passing. I will miss him, his wonderful personality and his FRIENDSHIP. Our faith has us believe that he is now in a much better place with no more pain or suffering. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I will pray that GOD will continue to bless, protect and watch over you during this difficult time.
- Richard Lutz, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
