OBITUARY
John Thomas Brown
December 19, 1972 – July 5, 2013
John Thomas “JT” Brown, 40, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2013. He was native of Anderson, S.C. and a resident of Hampton for 27 years.
J.T. was a “Jack of all Trades” and lived life to the fullest. Family and Langley Speedway were the two loves of his life. He was compassionate, caring, and free-spirited and truly will be missed by all who knew him.
J.T. was preceded in death by his father, Thomas E. Brown; maternal grandparents, John and Mattie Gambrell; and paternal grandparents, Troy and Elizabeth Brown. He is survived by his parents, Roy E. and Linda G. Ridgley; three sisters, Angie Milne (Stuart), Gail Brown (Steve), Dona Wright (Bucky); and his nieces and nephews, Tommy (Reva), Katelyn, Ridge, Melody, Krystal, Ariel, Alexa; and very special friend, Lisa McKnight.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of J.T.'s life will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 11, at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23666.
Services
- Visitation Wednesday, July 10, 2013
- Celebration of Life Service Thursday, July 11, 2013
REMEMBERING
John Thomas Brown
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RECEIVE UPDATESJuly 13, 2013
Roy, Linda, Angie, Gail & extended family.
We always loved to see John come around. No matter what brought him by to see us it was always a pleasure cause he had that way about him.
We know now that you're with the Lord & happy, peaceful & with some of the best company up there in the heavens.
Make sure you show them how to
"Get Down John Brown"
Love you, man.
Boone-Dog & Dana
Amy Davis
July 12, 2013
I miss you John Thomas! Sure wish I could here your voice now. I hate it that this has happened. I am thinking of you always and everything about you. RIP John!!!
Daisy Woods
July 12, 2013
Rest in peace John,you are missed.May God strenghthen his family in this time of great sorrow and loss.
STEVE GIBSON
July 12, 2013
BUCKROE, WILL MISS YOU BRO.WE USE TO RIP THE ROADS UP I RETIRED AND BUT KEPT GETTING IT.LOL STEVE GIBSON
July 11, 2013
Linda and family, Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I didn't know John but just knowing you, I know he was a good man. May God Bless you and surround you with his love, Gill and Ed McNicholas
halie gibson
July 11, 2013
I will miss you very much I called you my unncle because 3 simple words kind,loving,funny
Lisa Hibbitts
July 11, 2013
Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength. My deepest condolences.
Monica Gonzales
July 11, 2013
RIP John. My condolences go out to
The family.
Teresa Godoy
July 11, 2013
Linda and family,
We are thinking of you during this sorrowful time.
Teresa and Franco Godoy
Gloria Woody
July 10, 2013
John will be missed and remembered for his great laugh and free spirit. For the family know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Dave Millard T & D Racing Family
July 10, 2013
Got to know John really well at Langley when i started crew cheifing on his nephew Tommy Sweeney's granstock. Every race day he would joke and pick fun at us about beating the #8 car. The night Tommy won i think John was as happy as we were, he gave Tommy a hug and shook my hand; great job he said. We are going to miss John coming over on race day picking and joking around with us. RIP#29
Jama Berg
July 10, 2013
R.I.P my friend, we have had many good times... you will be missed by many... My thoughts and prayers go out to Lisa and the Brown family...
July 10, 2013
The Brown Family is in our hearts and prayers.
Ricky Carrie and Travis Strickland
Ricky Strickland
July 10, 2013
It was so hard to hear about the passing of John Brown. I have many fond memories of us at Buckroe Beach and other places we would go to hang out. My heart is completely broken yet I can still laugh a little at some of the things you used to say. My family sends our prayers to your family in hopes that they will find some peace in time.
Brandon & Denise (Gonzales) Maley
July 10, 2013
Linda, Gayle, and the rest of the Brown family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you my heart is broken for John to be taken in this needless tradgic way. May God be with you and your family, your in my prayers.
Brandon & Denise Maley
July 10, 2013
We'll miss you john, we had alot of good times and i'll always remember those. Rest in Peace....
Gene Brinson Jr
July 10, 2013
Rest in Peace John. Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Amy Davis
July 9, 2013
LISA HUCKEBA
July 9, 2013
RIP JOHN.
steve gibson
July 9, 2013
JOHN THOMAS YOU WILL BE MISSED WE HAVE HAD ONE HELLAVA RIDE MY FRIEND. BUT I KNOW I WILL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE.YOUR FRIEND "G" STEVE GIBSON
July 9, 2013
JOHN THOMAS YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED.WE HAVE HAD SOME CRAZY TIMES!PEOPLE WILL NEVER KNOW THE THINGS WE HAVE DONE.TILL WE MEET AGAIN ON THE OTHER SIDE. ILL JUST HAVE TO KEEP MISSING YOU.YOUR FRIEND"G" STEVE GIBSON
Lauren Ober & Ellen Wilson
July 9, 2013
Though we haven't seen John in many years, we have thought about and laughed about our memories of him often. Working with John was always a fun time. We will cherish the memories we have of him by continuing to laugh at the old times.
Robbie Babb
July 9, 2013
RIP JT so sad to hear GOD SPEED
Dee-Dee ( Denise) Allen
July 9, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Brown Family in this difficult time. What a great man John was and he will be missed but never forgotten. May you R.I.P. John.
joe anderson
July 9, 2013
John and I have been friends 20 plus years and though he was not without his faults he had a true and sincere heart I can take comfort in knowing that his struggles are to be no more and that he is now resting in the arms of Jesus. I will see you again some day my friend..
July 9, 2013
godsspeed bro you will be missed ... hollywood
Kevin Alves
July 9, 2013
RIP buddy. Definately thought about you today as I was working on trucks. I never would have the job I have today without your help getting me in at Marva Maid. I'll never forget all our good times at the shop and race track. God speed JT!
Pam Capell Whitman
July 9, 2013
Rest in peace John we will forever miss and love you
Randy Akers
July 9, 2013
Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Rita Akers
July 9, 2013
Rest in peace J.T. Brown,you will be missed by many.Sending prayers for your family,and friends.
Debbie and Chris Pitts
July 9, 2013
RIP John. Prayers go out to family and loved ones. May God hold you and comfort you in your time of sorrow.
July 9, 2013
We're sorry to hear about your lost.John was a good man he will be loved and sadly missed. From The Kirkland's/Johnson Family.
Kristin Whitfield
July 9, 2013
Rest in peace old friend, rest in peace.
July 8, 2013
RIP john we had some great times!
Kathy Cruz
July 8, 2013
Sorry for your loss my god be with the family at this time of need.
jack whitt
July 8, 2013
me and john was on the mountain together he will be missed,
Mike D.
July 8, 2013
John worked with me for the City of Newport News for a short time. He took great pride in everything he did. I sure will miss him.
July 8, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss you are in my prayers PRISCILLA TERRY
Toby Reynolds and Family
July 8, 2013
Condolences to the family. John will be missed.
kathy killian
July 8, 2013
You were very special and funny had fun hanging out with you and I know you loved racing, you will be missed prayers for the whole family
July 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Brown family and friends during this difficult time....
Bobby Raynor
July 8, 2013
John you was always a good friend to me, you could bring out laughter in everybody and was always wide open. Go rest in peace buddy.
April Link Allen
July 8, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Linda Frisco
July 8, 2013
I'm still at a loss for words and my heart breaks for the Brown family. My you have comfort in knowing he was loved and is with God now. I just adored John. He was always so kind to me and always made me laugh:). Peace be with you all. Linda Lou
Debbie Trombley
July 8, 2013
So sorry, Love and Prayers to the Family.
July 8, 2013
Linda and Family, Offering sympathy along with a heartfelt prayer in passing of your loved one John. The lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirt. May the grace of God lift your spirt at this time of sorrow. May it be comforting to know the angels are always near those who are grieving,to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hands of God. To live in the hearts we leave behind is to never die. Love to all
Savannah Azimi
crystal palmer & donovan bradley
July 8, 2013
rip john..many memories with you!
July 8, 2013
Comfort, peace and faith at this time of sorrow to all family members and friends. Angela and George Salyers
Linda Frisco
July 8, 2013
Still at a loss for words. My heart hurts for everyone in the Brown family. I adored John. He always made me smile and laugh:)..he will be deeply missed. With Prayers, Linda Lou
tracy
July 8, 2013
rip john. praying for the family to have peace and comfort god bless you all
Angel Williamson
July 8, 2013
Our condolences to the family, John was one of a kind, and will be greatly missed. John you are free, spread your wings and fly high my brother.
Sue Jernigan
July 8, 2013
May the peace that only God provides be with you ALL thru this life-changing experience. Blessings!
morgan (jay) sechrist
July 8, 2013
jt you will be miss rip
Michelle Reagan Tony Nelson
July 8, 2013
RIP JOHN BROWN....YOU WERE TRULY ONE OF A KIND!
July 8, 2013
Linda and family; we are so deeply sorry for your loss. This is a blow to all of us "kids" from the neighborhood. We will be here for you, just like you've always been there for us. He was truly loved and he will be truly missed.
All of our love,
Trish and Rachel.
Tony &Fay Linkous
July 8, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mina, Ed, Shayna, & Eddie Andrews
July 8, 2013
Wishing the family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Lisa McKnight
July 8, 2013
Words can not express the emptiness I feel. I will miss you the rest of life. Rest in paradise my pal.
July 8, 2013
Thinkin of you...Tony&fAY lINKOUS
July 8, 2013
I will miss you buddie..you made me smile...
ricky phillips
July 8, 2013
praying for you all.
Kevin Jenkins
July 8, 2013
RIP J.B
kevin jenkins
July 8, 2013
Rest in peace J.T. BROWN you lived it to absolute fullest !! and always made us laugh you will be missed my friend!
Becky/Kaylee Creech
July 8, 2013
Angie and family, I am so sorry for you loss. JT is in a much better place. He will now be racing with the best. God bless you all.
Linda Terry Hogge
July 8, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lisa McKnight
July 8, 2013
I miss my pal so very much. My heart is truly broken. Rest in paradise babe!!
Becky & John Hepner
July 8, 2013
Dona, John and I would like to let you know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time. Condolences to you and your family.
Amy Davis
July 8, 2013
Dear John, family, and friends... I really can't believe he is gone. I spent a few years of my life with you and we shared many great memories that I will hold on to forever. You always had that way about you that could make me laugh even when I was mad. I cared a whole lot for you and you will always have a special place in my heart. You will live on in everyone's mind and hearts forever. May you rest in peace. My heart and prayers for your family. I know you still are watching over us from above. Lord knows your heart was pure.
July 8, 2013
RIP John. I pray God will give yoor family peace. You will be missed by all.
kevin jenkins
July 8, 2013
Rest in peace J.T.BROWN you lived it to the fullest! You will be dearly missed!
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