Christopher Brown

Christopher Daniel Brown, born July 27th, 1961, passed away Monday, August 28th at the age of 56, from a brief illness. He was born and raised in the Ball Camp/Karns community and was a 1979 graduate of Karns High School. He filled many roles such as Vernon, the Mayor of Ball Camp, and the Grand Marshall of the Vernon’s Christmas Parade to name a few. Chris had a heart as big as the outdoors and everyone should squeeze as much life out of the day as Chris always did. As an avid UT football fan, and beloved owner of Vernon’s, there wasn’t a sport that he didn’t love, and every person he met became a friend. Chris was an active member of the community, a master of one-liners, loved his wife, Cheree, with his entire self, and gleamed with pride when talking about his children, Candra and Cameron. He had the most selfless heart and raised the bar for everyone to be a better person. He is survived by his wife Cheree Brown, daughter Candra Howell, son Cameron Howell, sister Rhonda Alred (John), brother Michael Brown (Donna), sister-in-law Kathy Bullen (Wayne), brother-in-law Sam Powers, mother-in-law Maxine Powers, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Allene Brown.The world is a better place because of Chris Brown, and those who knew him are better because of it. A receiving of friends will be held Thursday, August 31st at Weaver Funeral Home, 5815 Western Ave, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, with a service immediately following. Graveside service will be held Friday, September 1st at Edgewood Cemetery, 229 S Gallaher View Rd, at 11:00am. Memorial donations can be made to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. A special thank you to Joy and Zach, nurses at Parkwest Hospital, who went above and beyond with exemplary care. Condolences may be made at www.weaverfuneralservices.com. Arrangements by Weaver Funeral Home.