James Brown

Minister James Clifton Edward Brown was born on December 17, 1981, in Mobile, Alabama, to Lillian Brown and Eugene Brown Sr. He passed away on September 26, 2026, at age 44.

A resident of Saginaw, Michigan, Minister Brown attended the Buena Vista Township School District. After graduating, he enrolled at Delta College, where he earned a place on the Dean’s List. He often brought his sons to campus to introduce them to college life and emphasize the importance of continuing their education. He held various jobs throughout his life.

Church was his passion. At age 17, he joined Faith Charity Pentecostal Gospel Church under the leadership of Pastor Adris Thompson. A devoted member, he faithfully paid his tithes and offerings and was always ready to serve when fellow members needed him. Under Pastor Thompson’s leadership, he earned his certificate and was named a deacon on February 5, 2017. Following years of faithful service, he answered the call to ministry and was licensed as a minister on November 22, 2020. Minister Brown treasured time with his sons, Dechavez and Tyrese, and enjoyed preparing breakfast and baking for them.

Cherishing Minister Brown’s memory are his two sons, Dechavez and Tyrese Brown; their mother, Crystal Davis; his godparents, Pastor Adris and First Lady Thompson; his sister, Stephanie Brison; and his brothers, Eugene Brown Jr. and Darien Brown, all of Saginaw, Michigan. He is also remembered by his special cousin, Dominique Trouse of Nashville, Tennessee, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Minister Brown was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Brown Sr. and Lillian Brison-Brown; his sister, Aporotrince Brown; his uncle, Jerry Brison; his nephew, Rayshawn Everett; and his best friend, Milton Jones.