Loren "Rick" Renardo Brown

I was shocked to hear about the passing of a lifelong friend. Ricky and I played together as children when he would come to Murfreesboro in the summer to visit his relatives. His mom, his aunt Ella and my mom were close friends as well. And when Ricky moved to Murfreesboro following high school, he and I often hung out: my mom enjoyed having Ricky at our house, and she always considered him as a great young man and positive influence on me, as he was two years older. Living in Michigan now for more than 34 years, I didn't see Ricky much when I left Tennessee, but we did connect regularly via Facebook. We joked just a few weeks ago about a bad Tennessee Titans loss; Ricky loved the Titans, and I had become a frustrated Lions fan. Ricky was a great man, loved and respected by family and friends. I am very sad at his passing, yet I know that he is now in a better place. I will always miss you, my old friend!

Michael Smith Kalamazoo, Michigan

I was shocked to hear about the passing of a lifelong friend. Ricky and I played together as children when he would come to Murfreesboro in the summer to visit his relatives. His mom, his aunt Ella and my mom were close friends as well. And when Ricky moved to Murfreesboro following high school, he and I often hung out: my mom enjoyed having Ricky at our house, and she always considered him as a great young man and positive influence on me, as he was two years older.

Living in Michigan now for more than 34 years, I didn't see Ricky much when I left Tennessee, but we did connect regularly via Facebook. We joked just a few weeks ago about a bad Tennessee Titans loss; Ricky loved the Titans, and I had become a frustrated Lions fan.

Ricky was a great man, loved and respected by family and friends. I am very sad at his passing, yet I know that he is now in a better place.

I will always miss you, my old friend!

My condolences go out to the Brown family. Rick was a childhood friend to my brother, and his mother would always bring him to play when they visited from Detroit. May God comfort & keep each of you during this time of bereavement. . James Sanford & Gail Randall.

Robin, Langston, Leland & Loren, We are heartbroken for you but forever grateful to have your family as our neighbor. Rick will be so missed but always a part of our life and memories. Love to you. Steve and Jenny Weymouth

We send our sincerest condolences during this time. Mr. Rick was such a nice man and always had a smile. I thank God that my parents have such wonderful neighbors and I will always remember he and my dad just standing out for the longest just catching up. He will truly be missed. Sonya Byars, Camille Erves and Isaiah Harris

Mr. Brown was always such a nice and caring man. Growing up across the street from him I had the pleasure of playing countless days with his sons as well as enjoying many conversations with him. He will he remembered always!

With heavy hearts we learned of Rick's passing. We have very fond memories of the time Rick coached our son on the NYSA team and our sons played together. Rick was a terrific and fun person. May God bring you peace and comfort. The Bohlebers, Mike, Angie, Andrew, Kevin and Catie

Our condolences for the family. My husband and I are going to miss Rick. We liked working with him at Walmart. Prayers James&Shirley Pratt

Robin,Loren,Leland and Langston, We am very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and we are praying God will grant you peace and comfort as you mourn the lost of your beloved husband and father. Carolyn Langston Reynolds and Family

Our condolences to the family....Dorothy Ford and Joe McHenry

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