James Lee Brown Obituary in Kosciusko at Winters Funeral Home

Obituary For James Lee Brown

Family what I imagained as a relief came to me so peacefully on March 27, 2022. It appeared I was miserable, but I understand it was part of my transition.

I was born on October 9, 1947, in Sallis, MS to A.D. Brown and Estelle Roundtree Brown whp preceded me in death. My son Keith Somerville; siblings, Douglas Brown, Earlean Cooper, Mattie Lewis and A.C. Brown also preceded me in death.

I confessed my life to Christ at an early age and joined Hillspring M.B. Church in Attala County, MS.

I moved to Gary, IN and made that my home. I worked at U.S. Steel for many years until U.S. Steel started downsizing and phasing out jobs.

When I moved back to Mississippi in 1985, I worked for Ivey Mechanical until retirement.

I was a master of many trades especially cabinetry and farming. I loved to watch things grow. I also loved working in my cabinet shop.

I am survived by my wife, Portia Simon Brown; daughter, Annquenetta Simon Brown; sisters, Lillie Wright, Durant, MS; Annie Smith and Katie Brown of Gary, Indiana; three grandchildren, Job, Chunta, and Tutu. Three first cousins who were my brothers.

L.C. Covington, Harvey Covington (Joyce), Will Covington (Jean) all of Kosciusko, MS; mother-in-law, Pauline Bryant; two brothers-in-law, Eldredge Simon, Jr. and Dwayne Simon of Morton, MS and a host nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Remember Family, I could not breath, but I do not hurt now. I have no more sleepless nights. I do not hurt now, no more chest pain. I do not hurt now. I found someone to ease my pain. Just remember, I do not hurt now, no not now.

Place of Graveside: PARKWAY CEMETERY, KOSCIUSKO, MS

Date of Graveside: Saturday 4/2/2022

Time of Graveside: 2:00 P.M.

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We the family of James Lee Brown would like to express our appreciation to friends and family for your expression of love and concern during the illness and passing of our loved one. Your prayers have been strength and comfort to us. We pray God continuous blessings upon each of you. The James Lee Brown Family

May the peace of our LORD comfort you during your times of sorrows. Jimmie and Peggy Lewis

James Lee, was one of the good looking guys in our family. I will miss his smile,laughs, and hugs. He never left with saying Love you and take care ❤. I won't say goodbye, I'll say see you later cousin. Shae

You will be missed James. My prayers & thoughts are with the family & friends.

James Lee, my handsome cousin. Always a smile and a hug when i saw you. He worked with 2 of my classmates and I love hearing about that. Rest in Peace cousin. Im sure daddy cant wait to talk to you Smile. Lillie B.

Multiple memories of my cousin, James Lee. He had a smile that would brighten any room. He would assist my father with various household projects on Porter Street in Gary. Memories of that immaculate blue Thunderbird! In First Peter 5:7 James you have casted all your cares upon Him; for the Lord careth for you to receive rest. All my love, Lynne Roundtree_- Morris

James Lee was the BEST cousin anyone could ever ask for! He was there for you if you needed anything. I remember when he would always come over to our house on Hovey Street in Gary, IN. It got to the point that he was there EVERYDAY!!! So Mama started setting a plate at the table for James Lee!❤️ He would help Mama and Daddy with anything around the house. He was a very caring and loving cousin. He will missed beyond measure. God rest his soul. He is now with the rest of the family that went before him....Praising the Lord at the Throne of God! IN HIS LOVE, YOU REST IN PEACE. I will never forget you, and I will always have you in my ❤️. Your cousin, Pat Dickens Johnson