William Henry Brown "WeeDee"

William Henry “Weedee” Brown was the thirteenth child of Levi Brown Sr. and Della Geter-Brown and was born August 26, 1943 in Williamson (Pike County), Georgia. At the early age of 5 (1948), his family migrated from Williamson, Georgia to Charlotte, North Carolina. As a child “Weedee” attended Lincoln Heights Grade School in the Charlotte Mecklenburg. He went on later to attend the Historic West Charlotte High School. He graduated from West Charlotte High School in the class of 1961. “Weedee” was a member of Walls Memorial AME Zion Church which many members of his family members also. He later joined St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church. In 1962, “Weedee” joined the United States Air Force and served as an Airman. While a member of the United States Air Force, “Weedee” was conferred the Air Force Good Conduct Medal (1962-65), which is conferred upon those who have high character and efficiency ratings of excellent or higher throughout the conferral period. “Weedee” was honorably discharged from the United States Air Force in May of 1966. In 1970, “Weedee” began to work at Edward H. Springs Interiors, and worked there over forty years. He really cherished his career and took a very special pride in his work. His labor with the firm made Edward H. Springs Interiors Inc. one the leading Interior Decorating firms in the Southeastern United States. His work was so special that the many of Edward H. Spring’s affluent clients would ask for “Weedee” by name. His work required him to travel many miles and forge many relationships. His hard work and very relaxed an easy going nature made him very well liked in his professional career. “Weedee” was loved dearly by all members of the Brown family. “Weedee” was dedicated and committed to his family. He assumed the “father” role for many within the family. There were no problems that he would not try to solve. There was nothing he would not do to help. He would be the shoulder to cry on in time of sorrow. He was the wise sage for fatherly advice when needed. He was the critic when stern action was needed. He was the voice of calm and reason when all was in disarray. “Weedee” was the father, uncle and cousin that all could rely on.“Weedee” was very well known in the North and West Charlotte area. To spend time and travel with him throughout the community required and investment of time as well as smiles to greet and meet the countless number of people you were going to meet. He would take the time to sit down, talk and share smiles and laughs with many friends. “Weedee” enjoyed bowling and loved to fish. Most importantly, he loved to share stories and you would be hard pressed to find another who could tell them as well as “Weedee”. “Weedee” continued to impart happiness until he peacefully departed this life on March 22, 2014. William “Weedee” Brown leaves to cherish his memories: faithful sons, Stephen Mulrooney, Christopher Belcher (Sharon), William H. McDowell and Ramondo North; Great Nieces Nakila Brown-Monteith and Erica Brown, both whom he helped to raise following the death of his niece Debbie Brown; Grandsons William Caldwell, Marquez North, DaVeon McDowell, Christopher North and Braielyn McGriff; Granddaughters, Aja Blakeney, Radjah North, Christine Belcher and RaNiya North; Great Grandson Ryan Blakeney; Surviving Brothers and Sisters Carrie Brown-Jones, Johnny L. Brown, Della Anne Brown-Curry and Telford Sol Brown; Over 50 Nieces and Nephews; and a host of many other relatives and friends.

William Henry Brown "WeeDee"

August 26, 1943 - March 22, 2014