Beatrice Brown

Beatrice Mildred Williams Brown (affectionately known as Pompy or Bea) was born on July 6, 1924 to the late Samuel Williams and Beatrice Moore Williams in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System, where she attended Smith Elementary, Barrett Jr. High, William Penn High School, and graduated from Dobbins Vocational High School. Pompy received her early religious education as a member of Zion A.M.E. Church at 21st and Tasker Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1953, she joined St. George A.M.E in Lewes, Delaware, where she was an active member and cherished church mother. She served on St. George’s usher board and was elected as president, serving in that capacity for 37 years. Pompy faithfully lived out the scripture, Psalm 84:10, For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. On June 16, 2014, she was honored for her longevity and faithful service as a St. George usher. Among her souvenirs were several other awards, certificates and commendations for her service and dedication to others. A devoted mother and wife, she was married to the late John Henry Wynne. From this union was born Deborah, Felicia (who preceded her in death), and Marshall. In 1963, love once again entered her life when she married the late Isaac Brown and was blessed with one daughter, Trina. Pompy began her career as licensed cosmetologist. Later, she worked for Sport Kraft –Dressco Factory and Beebe Hospital. A lady of many skills and talents, she worked as a caterer for McCallister and was the co-owner of the Happy Day Club. She also worked for the State of Delaware (Stokely Center) until her retirement. Pompy enjoyed life! She was spunky, witty, and an early riser, who loved family and friends, having company, dancing, taking walks, crossword and word-find puzzles, yard sales, Dairy Queen, and the beach. Surely, her price was far above rubies for indeed she was a jewel of Lewes with a heart for service. Pompy lovingly visited hospitalized and homebound church members and neighbors, delivering free local newspapers, crossword puzzles, meals, crocheted gifts and words of encouragement, well into her late eighties. She could be seen taking walks throughout the neighborhood, when she was not opening up her home to family and friends, old and new. On Friday, November 28, 2014, the Lord saw fit to welcome home one of His best. In His sovereignty and omnipotence, He decided that she had done enough on this side of glory and called to her saying, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.” Matthew 25:21. Now we, her family and friends, look forward to the day when she will greet us at the door of God’s temple and escort us down the aisle of eternity to take our place at His feet. Pompy leaves to celebrate her promotion to God’s head usher: Children: Deborah Robinson (Vincent) of Wilmington, Delaware; Felicia Wynne-deceased; Marshall Wynne of Lewes, Delaware; Trina Brown-Hicks (Milton) of Lewes, Delaware; Cornelius Crockett (Rayvetta) of Macon, North Carolina; Carrol Jackson - deceased (Bonnie) of Hyattsville, Maryland; Sheila Mason (Edward) of Baltimore, Maryland; Kenneth Riley of Brookeville, Maryland; Isaac Frazier (Nina) of Lewes, Delaware. Grandchildren: John Robinson (Suzette); Vincent Robinson (Lavern); Allicia Smith (John); Marcia Waples; Takeanya Waples; Kwame Wynne; Danika Banks – deceased; Mickeya Brown; Alexis Maull; DayShona Matthews; Yanelle Powell; Nichele Mason; Karol Mason; Leslie Mason; Troy Brittingham; Ken Riley Jr.; Michael Riley; Julien Riley; Giovanni Brickhouse; Isiah Frazier; 23 great-grandchildren; special friends: Emalene Smith; Marcella Kenner; Elizabeth Ball, Cora Washington; Esther Thomas and a host of extended relatives and friends. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Beatrice Brown, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.

Beatrice Brown

July 6, 1924 - November 29, 2014