Lee Roy Brown, age 86 of Christiansburg passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, George (Kenny) Brown and Maria Randolph Brown; brothers, Arthur Brown, Eddie Brown, George Brown, Jack Brown, Randolph Brown, Ervin Brown, Cedric Brown, Paul Brown and Mack Brown. He is survived by his wife, Lettie Louise Brown; children, Jeannie Long (Anthony) Tucker, Tyrone (Chris) Long, Curtis (Susan) Brown AND Donna Brown; Grandchildren, Tyler (Tiffany) Long, Ryan Brown, Daniel Brown; granddaughter, Rachel Brown; and great granddaughter, Sophia Richardson; and many loving nieces, nephews and Cousins.
After 22 years, 9 months and 29 days of service in the Air Force, Lee Roy worked at St. Albans, Burlington Industries, where he worked with several of his brothers and close friends. He also worked for Montgomery County Public Schools and the Local i-81 Rest Areas as a janitor and for Dish Network. He was a dedicated member, Trustee and Deacon of First Baptist Church, Radford, VA where he sang in the male chorus and mass choir. Dad was one for a big story and lots of laughs. He enjoyed playing with his dog Coal and going out and looking and shopping for cars. Dad was a quite man with a big heart.
Family will receive friends at First Baptist Church, 555 Rock Road, Radford, VA. on Friday, January, 7 from 12 – 1 PM. Funeral Services will begin at 1 p.m. at the church, with Reverend Corwin Casey officiating. Interment will follow in Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery, Dublin.