Like so many who are mourning with the Brown family, I have known Sister Brown since childhood. Being the same age as Nicole, our families were in the same congregation, and some of my earliest memories are connected to the time we spent together and the spiritual foundation that was built during those years.
One of the words I have always associated with Sister Brown is grace. She carried a graceful elegance—one that was evident not only in the spiritual activities we shared, but also in the way she lived her daily life. In her own way, she left a lasting impression on those who had the privilege of knowing her, and it is easy to see that same grace and strength reflected in her family.
At times like these, I find comfort in remembering the loving association we had and the spiritual example she set—memories I still hold close from our time together in Chattanooga.
At this time, Gary and I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the entire Brown family. We share the hope, the desire, and the deep confidence that we will see Sister Brown again, and we hold all of you close in our thoughts and prayers.