Leslie Brown

A TIME TO BE BORN:

Leslie Curtis Brown began his life on January 14, 1939, as the third-born son among nine children to Julius and Bessie Brown.

Affectionately known to most as "L.C.", a name that stayed with him throughout his life.

A TIME TO LIVE:

LL.C. was a longtime resident of Crystal Springs, MS. He accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized at an early age at Pleasant Valley M.B. Church. His faith was deeply rooted in daily gratitude throughout his 86 years.

Early in life, L.C. moved to Jackson, MS, where he began work as an Orderly at Baptist Hospital. He took pride in his role, transporting patients to and from surgery with compassion and diligence. Later, he worked as a janitor at Crystal Springs Middle School. Following retirement, he continued his lifelong passion: Gardening and became fondly known as the "Vegetable Man." Taught by his father, Julius, Gardening ran deep in his roots. L.C. often said, "I'm just like him." Whether it was light rain or heavy heat, L.C. worked his garden with care and consistency, providing fresh vegetables to neighbors and families around town.

A TIME TO UNITE:

In time, he remarried Mrs. Bessie Mae Allen, a union that later concluded amicably. Before that, he was married to Lottie Mae Taylor; sharing many years together until her passing. While in Jackson, MS, he met Ella B. Jones. Although they were never formally married, God blessed them with two children along with a bonus son.

A TIME TO BE REMEMBERED:

L.C. will be remembered as a man full of personality, laughter, and a natural entertainer who could light up any room.

Whether through a story, a quick witted remark, or his signature dance moves, he knew how to bring joy to those around him. His vibrant energy was contagious, and his presence unforgotten.

He believed in kindness and lived by that principle, offering a generous heart and open spirit to all he met.

More than anything, he cherished simple pleasures: good music, a freshly tilled garden, a sunny drive with the windows down, and the company of loved ones. His legacy is not only in the vegetables he grew but in the lives of those he touched.

A TIME TO DIE:

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, God called L.C. home to rest. He departed this life peacefully. In this transition, he reunited with loved ones who passed before him-his devoted parents, Julius and Bessie Brown, four of his brothers; one beloved sister, Earline; his former wives, including Lottie Mae Taylor and Bessie Mae Allen; the mother of his children, Ms. Ella B. Jones; and many other cherished relatives and dear friends.

A TIME TO MOURN:

L.C. leaves his legacy to a loving family. He is survived by his daughter, Demetrice (David Daniel), and son, Michael (Caconica Jones), and beloved son, Jeffrey Jones; grandchildren, Kiara and Jameelah Jones, Mi’Kel and Micah Jones, D’Ella and Dayjah Daniel; brothers, Leroy Brown (Diane Nelson), and John Earl Brown (Brenda Brown); sisters, Lorene (Carnell Hayes) and Carolyn Brown along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.