A Well Lived Life A Time To Be Born
Today we celebrate the life of Joshua Caleb Brown Sr., affectionately known as “Josh.” He began this life’s journey on February 28, 1996, in Memphis, Tennessee, to his proud parents, his mother Marquita J.Palmer, and his father, the late Steven Augusta Sr., who preceded him in death.
A Time To Live Joshua accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Faith Keepers Ministry by his grandfather Bishop Gerald Coleman, Sr. and he rededicated his life to God in 2020. Joshua attended Ridgeway High School and later received his GED. Although Joshua had a tragic accident in 2020 that left him paralyzed from the waist down, he kept a positive attitude and did not let it stop him from pursuing his goals and dreams in life. He was currently attending college at Purdue University, and he recently received his Car Dealership License. Joshua was a hardworking young man, a construction worker, painter, and he did whatever his hands found to do. Joshua enjoyed playing video games, and his favorite sports team was the Indianapolis Colts. He was a lover of dogs, and he loved to joke, have fun, and make people laugh. Joshua always brought joy to those around him with his big smile, generous spirit, and kind heart, and he was loved by many. He loved his family very much, and he always enjoyed family gatherings and vacations. His greatest joy in life was his three beautiful children, Joshua Jr., Braylen, Jada, and his dog Cane, and he loved them dearly.
A Time To Die Joshua departed his short-lived life at the age of 26 in the early afternoon of Saturday, April 16, 2022. He fought a good fight, he finished his course, and he kept the faith. II Timothy 4:7. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Gloria Augusta, his grandfather, Roosevelt Austin, and his great grandmother, (Granny) Shirley A.C. Brown.
A Time To Rejoice Joshua leaves treasures of love to his loving mother, Marquita J. Palmer, his step-father, Antonio L. Palmer, his fiance, Marisha S. Brown, his three beautiful children: Joshua C. Brown Jr., Braylen Elias Jordan, and Jada Marie Brown, and one stepson, Roderick “Trey” Pinkins, III, and his dog Cane. Joshua leaves to cherish his memories, his brothers Tralvolta C. Jones Jr., Steven A. Augusta Jr., and Antonio Osby and two sisters, Stephanie Augusta and Tiarra Osby, three grandfathers, John Calbert Sr., Eddie Augusta, and Bishop Gerald Coleman Sr., and two grandmothers, Marlene D. Coleman and Sophia Palmer, one great grandfather, Lewis G. Brown, Sr., (Landora), and great grandmother, Alice J. Calbert, and a host of Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, and other relatives and friends.
Order of Celebration Friday, April 29, 2022 12:00 Noon
Faith Keepers International Cathedral 3362 Jewel Road • Memphis, Tennessee 38128 Bishop Gerald Coleman, Sr., Officiating Pastor Kenneth Coleman, Presiding
Processional.............................................................................................................................................The Family “Total Praise”
The Prayer of Comfort.........................................................................................................Pastor Freddie Hill, Jr. Scripture Reading: Old Testament (Isaiah 40:28-31).............................................................................Elder Efrem K. Simmons New Testament (I Corinthians 15:51-58)......................................................Evangelist LaTonya R. Gibson Ministry in Music...................................................................................................................Psalmist Effie Johnson “I Can Only Imagine”
Words of Comfort.....................................................................................................Evangelist Marlene D. Coleman Ministry in Music...............................................................................................................................Crystal Walker “Step Aside”
“As We Know Him” (Respectfully, Two Minutes Please)
Family & Friends
Ministry in Dance...............................................................................................................................Ashley F. Shaw “The Battle Is Not Yours”
Video Presentation.....................................................................................................“Reflections of Joshua’s Life” Acknowledgements & Resolution...............................................................................................Brittany G. Whitaker The Sermonic Selection.........................................................................................................Pastor Cortney Prewitt “Medley”
Eulogy............................................................................................................................Bishop Gerald Coleman, Sr. Recessional...............................................................................................................................“He’ll Welcome Me” (Remains will not be viewed after Eulogy)
“I’m Free”
Do not grieve for me, for now I am free, I’m following the path God has laid for me. I took his hand when I heard him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joys. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Oh yes, these things I too will miss. My life’s been full, I savored much, Good friends, good times, and a loved one’s touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and peace to thee, God wanted me now, He set me free! Joshua
We Will Miss You Dad A Prayer For Dad, Dear God, we gratefully thank you, for giving us our Dad. You must really love us, cause You gave us the best you had. Watch over him and bless him Lord, and keep him in Your care. And may he feel our love for him, is our humble and heartfelt Prayer. Love, Joshua Jr., Braylen, Trey, & Jada
We Miss You Brother “We Miss You Brother” You were a “Brother” who was so Special, You were loved so very much. You brought so much happiness, To all the lives you touched. You were a gift to all the world, And brought joy to everyone. Our lives haven’t been the same, Since you have been gone. We know you’re watching over us, But for now, we must be apart. We’ll always love and miss you Brother, You will forever be in our hearts.
Love, TJ, Steven Jr., Antonio, Stephanie, & Tiarra
In Loving Memory of our Son If tears could build a stairway, And memories were a lane. We would walk to Heaven, To bring you home again . No farewell words were spoken, No time to say “Good-bye”. You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why. Our hearts still ache in sadness, And secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you, No one would ever know. We would have held you closely, If only we had known. More time we would not have, To Shower you with our love.
Love, Mom & Dad
Dear Josh Josh, You were the love of my life, our hearts were connected and you were my everything. You were my best friend, business partner, counselor, and fiance. You loved me, my son, and our beautiful baby girl “Tanka” who adored you unconditionally and I will always love you for that. You were a great man and father who protected and took good care of us and I was looking forward to spending forever with you. Joshua, you made me laugh whether I was up or down and I always loved when you said, “Let’s Pray” so God can make us stronger. Losing you has left a big hole in my heart, but I know God needed his Angel. We shared many memories and years together and you will forever hold a place in my heart that will never be replaced by anyone. I love and miss you so much and you’re forever in my heart. “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds”. Psalm 147:3 Love, Marisha
~ Acknowledgements ~
Kindness, concern, and thoughtfulness are christian virtues expressed in many ways by sincere friends. We, the family of Joshua C. Brown Sr., humbly and gratefully express our sincere appreciation during this time of bereavement and celebration. Your encouragement, love, visits, telephone calls, texts, and especially your Prayers have strengthened us tremendously. The words “Thank You” are small but they are monumental in terms of the sentiment we wish to express. Please continue to pray for us and keep us in your hearts during this season in our lives. God Bless You All. ~The Family
~ Honorary Pallbearers ~
~ Active Pallbearers ~
Travolta C. Jones, Jr. Eddie Augusta, Jr. Eric Brown, Sr. Gerald Coleman, Jr.
Eric Brown, Jr. Thomas S. Brown Leonard Hull, Jr. John Calbert, Jr. Nicholas Taylor Jarvis Anderson
~Committal Rites & Interment~ Memphis Memorial Gardens 6444 Raleigh Lagrange Rd. Memphis, Tennessee 38134
~Repast~
Faith Keepers International Cathedral 3362 Jewel Rd. Memphis, Tennessee 38128
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