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Obituary For Virginia Hampton Brown

Virginia Hampton Brown, 91 of Eden, NC passed Saturday, July 1, 2023. The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Perry Spencer Funeral Home Chapel, Eden, NC. The “Celebration of Life” will begin at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Hamlin Cemetery, Eden, NC.
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Virginia Hampton Brown, 91 years old, of Eden, NC, went home to be with the Lord on July 1, 2023, after a brief illness. Virginia, who was affectionately known as Doll Brown was born on February 7, 1932, to loving parents, the late Joseph H. Hampton and the late Vergelene Casey of Eden, NC. Doll was their 3rd child but the oldest daughter of the 10 children in the family. She was a jewel to her parents because she stepped in to help take care of the younger children.

Upon graduation from Douglass High School in 1951, Doll took her first job with Hadley’s laundry as a laundry worker. Like many of her siblings, she visited Washington, DC in the 60’s but decided she preferred to live in the South. She returned home and worked many years at Fieldcrest Mills as a textile worker. If you shopped with her, she knew how to choose the very best quality in linens, towels, and bedding.

Doll grew up in the Blue Creek community and in 1957 married the love of her life, James Melvin Brown, who grew up in the same community. He was not James Brown from the Famous Flames, but he was a gospel quartet crooner, and she was mesmerized by his singing. From this union 3 children were born. The Browns were married for 39 years, and Doll lived as a widow for 27 years. She loved her husband dearly and until the day she transitioned she carried his picture and obituary in her walker. She often said she was never alone because she felt her husband’s presence daily. She accepted Christ at an early age and remained a life-long member of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Eden, NC where she served in the past as a Sunday School secretary, choir and Goodwill Savings club member.

Known for her wisdom, witty personality and laughter, she would cut a telephone call short just in time for Family Feud. You might be talking to her, but she would not respond. She was frugal yet extremely generous and humble. She gave unconditionally and for years supported St Jude’s Cancer Research so she could stop childhood cancer. She looked forward to receiving her personalized address labels in time for Christmas. Her home was the social club of Blue Creek and she had so many friends of all ages. Additionally, she loved all family reunions, especially the Perkins and Law, Martin, Hampton and Gravely family reunions. She loved unconditionally and encouraged her friends to stay faithful to God. Her favorite Bible scripture was Romans 15:13 which talks about our trust and hope in God.

Doll was also preceded by 5 siblings-Joseph, Jr, Andrew, Samuel, Florence and Hilda. Her loving daughter, Katie Marie Felder, who went home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2023.

She is survived by: her children; Melvin Brown of Hollywood, Fla and Terry Ann Gales (Charles) of Frederick, MD, son-in-law Charles Felder of Dumfries, VA, grandchildren; Major Kelli Pryor (Lance) of West Point, NY, Julian Felder of Chapel Hill, NC, Erinn Gales of Glen Burnie, MD, Sydney Felder of Washington, DC, and great granddaughter, Virginia Pryor. Sisters; Nannie Galloway of Washington, DC, Estelle Harris (William) of Charlotte, NC, Patricia Wynn of Clinton, MD, Verna Lisenby of Eden, NC and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends. Some special friends are Rayford Boyd, Elias Gilbert, Carl Smith, Keith Stone, Brenda Hester-Smith, Addie Holloway, Yulanda Hugh and Dottie Felder Jones. Doll felt a close family and friends especially the friends in her community was God’s way of showing us we don’t have to walk alone.

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Sorry for your great Loss! May God Strengthen family and friends daily.Sandra Moore and Family 🙏

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Although your hearts are heavy now, joy will come in the morning! The Adams sends their heart felt condolences to the family. Aunt Doll was a lively soul that kept you laughing. I will cherish that memory from the family reunion. Family, you have a vault of memories that will never fade while bringing smiles to face. We are praying for your comfort and strength to get through this difficult time. Love, Derrick & Tonja Adams

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I extend my love and sympathy to the Brown and Hampton family. Miss Doll was a special angel among us. Her love of God and family, her inspirational conversations, her sense of humor and style, as well as love of shopping and anything Steve Harvey will forever bring a smile to my face. She is in God's hands now and she is resting well. May God's mercy and grace be with you always, Zena McDaniel

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Mrs. Brown we extend our eternal love for you as you rest in the arms of God. Terri, Charles and Erin we send expressions of love and sympathy for a life well lived. Rev. & Mrs. William H. Graham

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Condolences to the Hampton and Brown families. Virginia "Doll" Brown had such a genuine and loving spirit. It is our prayer that the Lord will grant the family strength and peace during this time of sorrow; and moving forward as you remember the wonderful life that she lived and celebrate her eternal rest... Lutrellia "Pat" McAllister and Clara Johnson of Reidsville

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To the Hampton and Brown family. It was very heartbreaking news about the loss of my cousin and friend Mrs. Doll. I will miss her calls. She would call me if there was something she needed to ask me about or needed to tell me to come by. I will truly miss her. Family know, she is at her new home. Loved by many.🙏🏾. "Libby"

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sorry to hear of this news. RIP CUZ
Martin family

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With my sympathy and prayers.
Soror Lynda Weedon Bowie

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So sorry for your loss family will be praying for the family ❤️

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My Sincere Heartfelt Sympathy to the Hampton Brown Family. You have truly said so long to an Angel. I remember her lovely smile and beautiful personality to match. You are certainly remembered Virginia "Doll" Hampton Brown in a Beautiful way. RIP, Vonzella "Bonnie" Moyer Taylor & Earl of Douglasville, GA (ATL area)

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Our sincere prayers and condolences to the family of our dear friend Virginia Hampton Brown. Rest in peace our dear sister in Christ. Sincerely, Thomas and Joyce Williams in Maryland

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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Yulanda Harris-Hugh sent Peace Lily for Virginia Hampton Brown - July 04, 2023

Mrs. Brown, you are forever in my heart.
Rest in Paradise, Yulanda Hugh