Flonise Roland Brown

Flonise R. Brown, 89, passed away on October 16, 2026, with her family by her side. A graveside service will be held on November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Southland Memorial Gardens in West Columbia. Rev. Ray Wrobel of Westside Baptist Church will officiate.

Flonise was married to David Brown for 58 years, and together they raised four children and were part of a large extended family. Flonise lived her life with steadfast faith, generosity, and a deep commitment to service. She volunteered for several years with a local hospital where she always had a smile and a cheerful word for the staff, patients, and families.

As a devoted member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Flonise formed some of the most meaningful friendships of her life. In her 52 yrs of service, she presided as the Worthy Matron four times and served as the Secretary, the Grand Marshal, and other leadership roles in her chapter and statewide.

Flonise loved watching baseball, tending her flowers, playing cards with her friends, and, above all, her family.

Born in Gaston, SC, Flonise was the daughter of the late Theron and Louise Roland. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Brown; her brother, T.E. (Joanne) Roland; her sister, Vera (Charlie) Hill; her son, David; and her grandson, Christopher.

Flonise is survived by her children, Curtis (Linda) Brown, Janet (Billy) Smith, and Douglas Brown, as well as her grandchildren, Justin (Mallory) Smith, Billy (Christy) Smith, and Tracey (David) Kirkland; her brother in law, Larry (Becky) Brown, and several great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Harvest Hope food bank at www.harvesthope.org/get-involved/donate-today.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Deepwood Estates in Lexington for the loving community she enjoyed there, and to Agape Lexington Community Hospice House for their kindness and care during her illness.