James E Brown

HIS JOURNEY... James Edward “Puddin” Brown departed this life on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at his home in Salisbury, Maryland. He was born to Bobby Jean Brown and the late Elois Brown on January 24, 1959 in Salisbury, MD. Puddin, as he was affectionately called, graduated from Wicomico Senior High School in 1977. He attended NBS Law Enforcement Academy in Washington, D.C. and received his certificate in 1989. He was also a member of the Maryland National Guard for fourteen (14) years. James was blessed in marriage to his wife of thirty-three (33) years, Darlene Diane Brown on July 1, 1989. From a very early age, he worked alongside his father and brother, John in the family logging business for over thirty (30) years. He later worked several retail jobs until he became employed at the Wicomico County Board of Education in the custodial department for nearly ten (10) years. He would then leave the Board of Education to pursue his own business venture in landscaping and floor care. He was the sole proprietor of James Brown Lawn Care and Cleaning. He was a contractor for several companies nationwide. James loved sports as he was a die hard Green Bay Packers fan. He loved coaching basketball and working with the youth. He and his sister Jackie coached many basketball teams, and were heavily involved in coaching and advocating for Women's and Men's basketball leagues. He later started his nonprofit program, A Community In Action. He made sure that no child left this program in need. He provided food, tutoring, and sewing classes to anyone who wanted to participate. James was able to coordinate several trips for children and parents to Washington, D.C. to see the Washington Wizards and the Mystics play at the Verizon Center. This gave children the opportunity to meet NBA and WNBA players as well as get autographs and photos. James was fun-loving and always had a joke waiting. He loved helping others and giving to others. He especially loved working at his church as the building and grounds president. He took great pride in his work. James leaves to cherish loving memories: his wife, Darlene; eight children, Jaracus Copes of Columbia, MD, Nicole Brown (Monique) of Covington, GA, Mark Johnson, Jr. (Amber), Candice Davis and Mary Dent, all of San Antonio, TX, Anthony Griffin of Salisbury, MD, Tiana Douglas of Columbia, MD and Edward Brown of Mechanicsburg, PA. James also leaves unforgettable memories with: his mother, Bobby Jean Brown; one sister, Jackie Eloise Brown-Thomas of Salisbury, MD; two brothers, Jimmy L. Brown (Paula) of Aberdeen, MD and John Gregory Brown of Severn, MD; one aunt, Minnie Lee Stokes of Valdosta, GA; fifteen (15) grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews and a host of cousins, in-laws and friends. Preceding James in death were his father, Elois Brown and his brother Jerry Brown. SUBMITTED WITH LOVE ~ THE FAMILY

James E Brown

January 24, 1959 - October 8, 2022