M.F. Riley's Funeral Home | Fairfax, SC

Obituary For Deaconess Alice Virginia Washington" Brunson

Brunson, South Carolina

"For I am ready to be offered, and the time of departure is at hand, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith" II Timothy 3:6-8

A time to be born:

Deaconess Alice Virginia Washington Brunson was born to the late Ned and the late Lizzie Thompson Washington on February 27, 1927.

A time to die:

She began her new life in Glory to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Thursday, January 20, 2022, at Doctors Hospital, Augusta, GA.

Deaconess Brunson was a graduate of the Old Colored School; Fairfax, South Carolina. She married the love of her life the late Joshua Brunson, Sr. and to this union five children were born. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be remembered, for her kind and humble spirit.

Deaconess Brunson was a strong woman who loved God! At an early age, she joined and became a baptized member of Nazarene Missionary Baptist Church; Fairfax, South Carolina. She served until her passing.

Deaconess Brunson was a member of Capers Lodge #4, Brunson, SC. She was the recording secretary, for several years.

"Ms. Alice," or "Lil Ma," as she was fondly called, had her share of gifts and talents. She enjoyed cooking. You could always count on her to have a meal prepared daily for her family. She was also a hair stylist in her own rights.

She will also be remembered for her loving, and caring personality. She always gave her utmost support to her family and friends.

In addition, to her husband and her parents, she is preceded in death by (1) Daughter: Joshlin Brunson; (3) Brothers: S.B. Brown, James H. Washington, and Willie Washington.

Deaconess Brunson leaves to cherish memories, (1) Daughter: Betty (Henry) Council; (2) Sons: Rudolph Brunson, and Joshua (Willa) Brunson; Daughter: Lutrell (Larry) Forester; (15) Grandchildren: Tonya (Damon) Hale, Vicky Johnson, Quinton Council, all reared in the home; Petula B. (Murray) Riley, Venus B. (Nathaniel) Brooks, Latecka B. (Carlos) Gantt, Trench (Keisha) Brunson, Ruddie (Stephanie) Brunson, Christie Ritchie, Ashley (Anthony) Estes, Jamie (Wanda) Brunson, Aime Brunson, Larry B. (Latoya) Forester, Lonzo Forester, Lauren (Frank) Perry; (31) Great- Grandchildren; (5) Great Great-Grandchildren; (2) Special Nieces: Gloria Wilson and Deloris Parker; (1) Special Nephew: Kenneth Williams; (1) Brother-In-Law: James (Mildred) Brunson; (3) Special Cousins: Rebecca Sims, Hazel Whitlock, and Barbara Taylor. A host of other loving family members and devoted friends.

Please remember to keep the Brunson family lifted in prayer.

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Guest Book

My condolences to the family. It is my prayer that everyone find strength in Jesus as you go through this difficult time. Know that Jesus is right there by your side to carry you through this storm of life. Know that the hurt will heal as time progresses. Hold on to precious memories and be blessed. Ann Walker

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The families of Nathaniel & Julia Hill send their sincere condolences and 🙏 🙏 🙏 to you and your families during this difficult time (Orangeburg, Early Branch, Hampton, and Varnville, SC) Psalms 23

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The families of Nathaniel & Julia Hill send their sincere condolences and 🙏 🙏 🙏 to you and your families during this difficult time (Orangeburg, Early Branch, Hampton, and Varnville, SC) Psalms 23

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Wade Hampton high school class of 1973. with deepest sympathy on your loss of mother may God continue to lift your family up.deacon Joseph Williams

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Extending heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family. George and Michele Best

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Latrell, Betty & Family. May you find comfort in knowing that Mrs. Brunson is resting in the arms of Jesus Christ. God knows the sorry that you all are feeling right now, but he will never leave or forsake you. Hold on until you see her smiling face again. Loretta M. Brown & Children/Dea & Deaconess Isaiah Moore, Sr, Hampton, SC

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To my family, the love that Mrs. Brunson shared was for everyone pure and real, working with her was the best years of my life, our tals, laughter and love was real , rest In Peace Always Dean

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To my family, the love of your mother was shared with me The sweetest mom ever and I will forever love and admire her f

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With sincere condolences, Anthony & Jvonndra Creech

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I'm sending condolences and prayers to my sisters Tonya and Vicky's whole family on the loss of their sweet grandmother.🙏

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The Wade Hampton High School Alumni Classes Of 1977-78 Sends Our Deepest Condolences To You On The Loss Of Your Mother. May Her Soul Rest In Peace. Love And Prayers For Comfort For You And Your Entire Family. John R. Shaw, Alumni President Janice B. Foster, Alumni Secretary

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Extending Our Heartfelt Condolences And Prayers To The Brunson Family. May God Strengthen And Comfort You All. God Bless You All. Love And Prayers, Shirley Brabham Badger James Lavon Brabham And Family

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I Extend My Heartfelt Prayers And Condolences To The Brunson Family. May God Comfort And Strengthen You The Days Ahead. God Bless

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Ms. Brunson was a sweet person and she will be missed. Brunson Community

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We will miss grandma dearly! We love you! But the hardest part of this is going pass the house and you're not there. May God continue to hold our Brunson future strong and bold believing in you Lord. Love Petula Brunson-Riley Granddaughter

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No matter how old we are, it's never easy to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve. Deacon and Deaconess Willie and Val Council

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SIP GMA💋 Love,NANA

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OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.CAST ALL YOUR CARES ON JESUS HE CARES FOR YOU.BARBARA YOUNG,PANDREA AND RICHARD WRICE

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TRUST IN THE LORD JESUS WITH ALL YOUR HEART HE WILL DIRECT YOUR PATH.OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY TO OUR FAMILY FOR YOUR LOSS.CAST ALL YOUR CARES ON HIM AND HE WILL SEE YOU THROUGH.WE ARE HERE FOR YOU ALL IF YOU NEED US.LOVE OUR FAMILY.OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.BARBARA YOUNG,PANDREA AND RICHARD WRICE.

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YOU ALL ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. WE KNOW THAT JESUS IS THERE FOR YOU IN YOUR MOST DEPRESSING HOURS. TRUST IN HIM AND HE WILL SEE YOU THROUGH.WE ARE FAMILY AND IF YOU NEED US WE ARE HERE FOR YOU. LOVE PANDREA WRICE AND BARBARA YOUNG FAMILY

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Amie, Praying for moments of peace and comfort as you remember your beautiful grandmother. I'm sending healing prayers to the entire Brunson family. L. Turner

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To The Brunson Family, Sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother, Cherish the memories of her warmth, her gentle hands, her kind heart, and her wise words. A mother lives forever within our hearts. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Gerri Brown, Barbara Gray~ ~the Whitlock-Ginn Family

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To The Brunson Family, In the loss of your Mother with Sympathy and because we care, a message of comfort for each of the children and family. There's so much that should be said at this time, but no words seem adequate. Just hope you know you're being thought about and cared about . . . and hope you'll can find special comfort in knowing that your mother and all she meant to you'll and all she meant to me and everyone with her loving and kind heart will remain in your heart forever. "Another Solider" gone home. Pray God's continue blessing on each of you. With Prayers and Love, Richard L. and Betty W. Hodges and Children

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With deepest sympathy to hear of the departure of Cousin Alice, a life well spent with many. She was the mother of many in the community and family she will continue to live on each day in each of us that knew her. she has touched our lives in such a special way. May God forever bless and keep each of you is my prayer. With Love, (Weat) Teresa H. Williams and Children

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