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Obituary For Roosevelt Brown
Celebration of Life Services
For
Roosevelt Brown
Visitation
Hall’s Celebration Center
9348 Scenic Highway
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Monday, February 24, 2025
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Funeral
Hall’s Celebration Center
9348 Scenic Highway
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Monday, February 24, 2025
12:00 pm
Interment
Louisiana National Cemetery
Zachary, Louisiana
Roosevelt “Teddy” Brown, 87, of Baton Rouge, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at his home.
He was born on December 1, 1937, in Baton Rouge, LA to Cal and Luvenia Brown.
Teddy graduated from Capitol High School in 1957. He then attended Southern University and A&M College, where he lettered in basketball from 1957-1961, and received a Bachelor of Science and Master of Education plus 30. He also served in the United States Army Medical Corp for two years.
Teddy married Sylvia Scott on June 6, 1964, and together they were blessed with two sons, Theodore and Roderick. He was also the proud father of his daughter, Alexis.
Teddy worked as an educator in the EBRPSS for 55 years, serving as a Teacher and Coach at McKinley Jr. High and Crestworth Jr. High; Dean of Students, Head Boys Basketball Coach, and Teacher at McKinley High School; Assistant Principal at Kenilworth Middle School; Student Transportation Supervisor with the EBRPSS Transportation Department; and Dean of Students at Sherwood Middle Academic Magnet School. He also served as the Assistant Director of the Baton Rouge Sports Academy, and a Financial Services Consultant with Primerica Financial Services.
Teddy was a passionate sports fan, talented player, and successful coach. He earned many awards throughout his career and had an impressive coaching record of 453-187 at McKinley High School, leading his teams to multiple playoff appearances and winning two state championships. He was inducted into the Southern University Sports Hall of Fame (1994) and the Louisiana High School Coaches Association Hall of Fame (2004).
Teddy is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Sylvia Scott Brown; sons, Theodore Roosevelt Brown of Jacksonville, FL, Roderick Thomas Brown (Crystal) of Houston, TX, and daughter, Alexis Jones (Troy) of Zachary, LA; six grandchildren, Morgan Brown Alnakib of Houston, TX, Bianca Stevens (Tre), Chelse Green (Sidney), Alea Jones, Leland Jones of Zachary, LA, and Joshua Brown of Yardley, PA; seven great grandchildren, Mia Jones, Madison Stevens, McKensie Stevens, Elijah Green, Lily Jones, Izabella Alnakib, and Izayah Alnakib; two brothers, Ollie Joe Brown (Georgia) of Baton Rouge, LA and Harry Carter (the late Brenda Carter) of Houston, TX; three sisters, Luvenia “Peggy” Hall (the late Charles Hall, Sr.), Elouise Ricard (the late Ray Ricard), and Dianne Marshall of Baton Rouge, LA; and a host of other family members and friends.
Teddy was preceded in death by his parents, Cal Brown and Luvenia Thomas Brown; sister,Idell “Baby Nell” Stampley; and brother, Alex Brown (Jackie).
Visitation will be Monday, February 24, 2025 at 11:00 am until the Celebration of Life services at 12:00 pm, at Hall Davis & Son Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic HIghway, Baton Rouge, LA 70807. Interment will follow at Louisiana National Cemetery, 303 W Mt Pleasant Zachary Rd, Zachary, LA 70791.
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RIP "Teddy" Brown 🙏🙏🙏
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Coach Brown touched so many lives, including mine. His kindness, wisdom, and dedication to not only McK but to everyone will always be remembered. My heart is with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you comfort and strength.
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My sincerest condolences to the Brown family. Coach Brown was a dear friend of my father, Emmett Minor and was cherished.
I send my Sympathy to the Roosevelt Brown Family . I pray that this Family will continue with their Faith in the Lord , Philippians 3:10 .
Our deepest sympathy for your family's loss. All will be remembered in our prayers.
I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Brown passing, he was one of my favorite teachers while at McKinley High 1973-1976. I pray all is well with the family doing this time. Just know that you'll not alone. Sending Prayers.
Mr. and Mrs. Collins send our deepest sympathy, we are saddened to hear about the passing of our beloved coach Mr. Roosevelt Brown, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during the incredibly difficult time. Roosevelt was a remarkable person whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of many.his memory will forever be cherished in our hearts, as you navigate through this sorrow may you find comfort in the love and support of those around you. remember that you are not alone; we are all here for you may his spirit bring you peace and may the beautiful memories you shared together provide solace in the days ahead. with heartfelt condolences, Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Collins and Grant family.
So sorry for your lost Cherish the memories. Prayers and thoughts for the family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
