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SUNRISE: JANUARY 22, 1983 - SUNSET: MAY 11, 2024

Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:00 am

Mount Zion Baptist Church

321 East Taylor Street, Griffin, Georgia 30223

Rev. Dr. Cleopatrick Lacy, Senior Pastor

Celebratory Officiant- Rev. Rufus Clemmons, Jr.

Celebratory Eulogist Rev. Dr. R.D. Pollard

REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF

Ricarles` Brown, Sr.

Maurice Ricarles` (Rick) Brown Sr., known affectionately as “Rick” entered this world on January 22, 1983, in Griffin, Georgia, to the late Maurice Ricardo Brown and Retha Hollis Brown. He was a product of the Griffin-Spalding County School System. He graduated from Griffin High School in 2001 and later pursued higher education at Alabama State University in Montgomery, Alabama. It was during his early years that Rick found solace and purpose in his faith. During his childhood he served as a member of the usher board and choir at Mount Hope Baptist Church in Zebulon, Georgia.

On May 6, 2017, Rick married the love of his life, Angela Paulk, in Rex, Georgia. Together, they welcomed three wonderful children into their lives, Makayla, Amaya, and Maurice Ricarles (RJ) Jr., who brought immense happiness and meaning to his world. Professionally, Rick excelled as a Senior Onboarding Specialist at Delta Dental, where he applied his skills with dedication and passion. Outside of work, Rick embraced life fully. He was a sports enthusiast, loved spending time with his family and his boys, enjoyed music, pored through books, engaged in lively debates, loved politics, honed his strategic mind through playing chess, and enjoyed the greens of the golf course.

Maurice Ricarles` (Rick) Brown departed this life on May 11, 2024 leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, and laughter. He was preceded in death by his father the late Maurice Ricardo (Rick) Brown; Grandmothers: Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor Hollis and Mrs. Willie Bell Brown; Uncles: Mr. John Wesley Hollis, Mr. Charles Hollis, Mr. Byron Brown, Mr. Carl Hollis, and Mr. Joseph Hollis; Aunts: Mrs. Linda Jo Watson, Mrs. Jacqueline Walker and Mrs. Deborah Bougard; Grandfathers: Mr. James Riley Hollis and Mr. Charlie Brown; and Godfather Mr. Reginald Touchstone.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Mrs. Angela Paulk-Brown; Daughters Ms. Makayla Elizabeth Brown and Ms. Amaya Nicole Brown; Son Mr. Maurice Ricarles (RJ) Brown Jr.; Mother Ms. Retha Hollis Brown; Brother the Honorable R. Syntel Brown, Mr. Isaiah Brown, and Mr. Alexander Brown; Mother in love Ms. Sue Ellen Paulk; Brother in laws Jamaska Paulk and Keita Paulk; cousin/sister Mrs. Emily Richmond-Taylor and “PoohPooh’s” baby Ms. Charmaine J. Richmond; best friend/brother Mr. Ian Moreland (Stacey); friends Mr. Marcus Harris (Patrice), Mr. Darrell James, Mr. Jarvis James, Mr. Rashard Shoats, Mr. Chedrick Wilson and Mr. Kenta Hardaway; Godmother/Auntie Mrs. Emma Jean Taylor (Rufus); God Uncle/God Aunt Drs. R.D. & Cheryl Pollard; Aunts Ms. Pamela Brown Tucker, Mrs. Betty Reid, Mrs. Lesia (Adrian) Weekly, Mrs. Angela Wilkerson, Mrs. LaQuida Brown, Ms. Renee Davis and Mrs. Harriett Hollis; Uncles Mr. Earnest Hollis, the Honorable Claude Hollis (Brenda), Mr. Larry Hollis (Cheryl), Mr. Marvin Hollis, and Mr. Robert “Fleetwood” Caldwell. Great Aunt Ms. Gail Mack; Great Uncle Mr. Leonard (Virginia) Mack; Great Great Aunt Mrs. Fannie Ellis; Special Aunt and Uncle Mr. George (Sue) Jackson; cousin/sister Ms. Mishon Brown; God sister Ms. Jada Touchstone, special Aunts Mrs. Joyce Touchstone and Mrs. Gwendolyn Wellmaker Jones and, a very special niece Ms. Ayonna Paulk. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that will miss him dearly.

Those who had the privilege of knowing Rick will forever cherish his memory. We will fondly remember Rick's infectious spirit, warm heart, and unwavering friendship. His legacy will forever be cherished and celebrated by all whose lives he touched.

CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF

Ricarles` Brown, Sr.

Celebratory Officiant- Rev. Rufus Clemmons, Jr.

Celebratory Eulogist Rev. Dr. R.D. Pollard Musical Prelude Processional...............................................................................................................Ministers/Family

Owen Pace New Testament..............................................................................................Hon. Zachery B. Holmes Senior Pastor, Grace Paradise Baptist Church Griffin-Spalding Board of Education, District 3

Prayer............................................................................................................Mr. Larry “Hawk” Hollis

Solo/Selection.........................................................................................................Mrs. Crystal Willis

Words of Comfort........................................................................................Rev. Dr. Cleopatrick Lacy Senior Pastor, Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Reflections: (Limit 2 minutes please)

Mr. Ian Moreland

Mr. Marcus Harris

Mr. Jarvis James

Mr. Kihry “Elway” Brown

Obituary...........................................................................................................................Read Silently

Solo/Selection.........................................................................................................Mrs. Crystal Willis “God Has Smiled On Me” arranged by Rev. James Cleveland

Eulogy..................................................................................................................Rev. Dr. R.D. Pollard Acknowledgements............................................................................................Hon. R. Syntel Brown

HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF

Ricarles` Brown, Sr.

The Broken Chain

By Ron Tranmer

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful Memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

With Love from Angie, Makayla, Amaya & RJ

I Will Always Love You Author Unknown

My only regret is that if I had known that the last time I saw you, would be the last time I saw you, I would have hugged you a little tighter, told you I loved you a little louder and stayed by your side a little longer. My mind knows that you are gone but my heart will never accept.

With Love, Mama

Active Pallbearers

Mr. Bryron Brown

Mr. Kihry “Elway” Brown

Mr. Kenta Hardaway

Mr. Marcus Harris

Mr. Jarvis James

Mr. Darrell James

Mr. Ian Moreland

Mr. Rashard Shoats

Mr. Chedrick Wilson

Honorary Pallbearers

Mr. Robert “Fleetwood” Caldwell

Mr. Earnest Hollis

Hon. Claude Hollis

Mr. Larry Hollis

Mr. Marvin Hollis

Mr. George Jackson

Mr. Jamaska Paulk

Mr. Keita Paulk

Mr. Rufus Taylor, Jr.

Mr. Adrian Weekly

Flower Attendants

Family, Friends & Class of 2001

Acknowledgement

The family of the late Maurice Ricarles` (Rick) Brown, Sr. wishes to extend our deepest gratitude for the outpouring of love, support, and sympathy during this difficult time. Your presence, kind words, and gestures of comfort have provided us with solace and strength as we mourn his loss. Your support has been a source of immense comfort and has helped us navigate through this challenging period. We are profoundly grateful for the condolences, flowers, and all that has been extended to us. Your generosity and compassion will always be remembered.