Gregory Marquis Hairston-Brown

Gregory Marquis Hairston-Brown was born on July 30, 1983, to Odessa Brown and Clarence Robinson. Gregory unexpectedly passed away on October 13, 2023. Gregory graduated from Albion High School in 2001 and from Michigan State University in 2006. Gregory loved MSU and was a true Spartan whose blood was truly green. He had a very successful career as a Director of Revenue Services in the hotel industry.

Kendra and Gregory grew up in a single parent household.They were taught about God and had to attend bible study, choir practice, Sunday School, etc. you name it, they had to do it. So, at a very young age they learned to be respectful, honest and responsible, traits that he carried with him his entire life. They had an unbreakable bond that could never be broken and although he was younger than her, he was always her protector, her biggest supporter, and her biggest cheerleader.

Gregory was a great cook, a great dancer and motivated all who encountered him. Gregory loved his family very much and every one of them had a special place in his heart. Gregory will be remembered for his infectious smile, his love for those crazy character socks, his detail to his dress to impress, his loving, kind spirit and the unconditional love he had for LaFarris, his family and his friends.

Gregory met the love of his life, LaFarris Hairston in 2008 and after dating several years, they were united in marriage in August of 2018. Gregory and LaFarris held a loving, caring and prosperous relationship.

On July 29, 2022, LaFarris and Gregory bought their first home together, and have since then nurtured it into a welcoming family home. Gregory and LaFarris undying love for one another was felt by all who encountered them.

Gregory was preceded in death by his Grandmother Jeffery Nell Brown, Grandfather Jerry James Brown Sr., Uncle Jerry James Brown Jr., Great Aunt Ruby Nichols, Aunt Michelle Brown, Uncle Andrew Hamilton, Godmother Eloise Davis and cousin-in-law Florida (leera) Franklin.

Gregory leaves to cherish his memory Husband LaFarris Hairstin-Brown; Mother Odessa Brown; Father Clarence Robinson; Sisters: Kendra Brown, Ebony Benson, Erica Robinson, Clarissa, Jewel; 3 sisters and 2 brothers all of Birmingham, England; Uncles: Derrick (Sequita) Brown, Durrand (Kim) Brown and Darylle Brown; 3 Aunts and 1 Uncle all of Birmingham, England; Great Uncle James (Putt) Davis Jr., 5 Godchildren: Zaire of Milwaukee, Marlon of Kalamazoo, Johnathon (Jay), King, and Xya all of Texas; Father-in-law LaFarris Smith; Mother-in-law Vangeline Hairston; Aunt-in-law Barbara Smith; Special Niece Kynnedy; Special friends: Shericka, Rachel, Ashley, Joshua, Gregory (Shoes), Kendal, Vanisha; Ste-mother Rita; Special Brothers: Brandon, Andre, Johnnie (Al), Shamarion, Marvin (Dewayne) and Gary (Rell).

Gregory had a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family who were dear to him; who will forever cherish his memories.

A viewing for Gregory will be held Friday, October 27, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Dr, Albion, MI.

Services to Celebrate Gregory's life will be held Saturday, October 28, 2023 with family hour from 11:00 AM until the time of his Home Going Celebration at 12PM at Grace Temple Church of God in Christ, 711 Grace St, Albion, MI.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com for the Hairston-Brown family.