Rosie Brown
January 24, 1940 - May 21, 2021
Ms. Rosie “Sam” Brown peacefully departed this life in her home on May 21, 2021, at the age of 81. Rosie was born on January 24, 1940, in Como, Mississippi. She married Lacey Brown in 1964 and later moved to Memphis, Tennessee. Rosie was domesticated with a hobby of sewing, where she created extraordinary furniture pieces, clothes, and more. Her work was very much admired by her family and friends. She was also known for her quick wit, her infectious smile, and her kind and compassionate spirit. Rosie is survived by her daughter, Rosie Holloway; her sisters, Gloria Adams (James) and Olivette Onidas; her brother, John Onidas; her grandson, Byron Young; three granddaughters, Jennifer and Danielle Holloway and Demetria Ortega (Roque); seven great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Rosie was preceded in death by her father, Louis Thomas; her mother, Pattie Anderson; her brothers, Raymond Anderson and Hershel Thomas; her sisters, Bernice Lester and Pearline Moore; and her great-nephew, Quantrell McGill (Monicia).
Ms. Rosie “Sam” Brown peacefully departed this life in her home on May 21, 2021, at the age of 81. Rosie was born on January 24, 1940, in Como, Mississippi. She married Lacey Brown in 1964 and later moved to Memphis, Tennessee.... View Obituary & Service Information