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Shirley Vanessa Donnette Brown

Passed 12/05/2020

Obituary For Shirley Vanessa Donnette Brown

Shirley Vanessa Donnette "Boo" Brown, of Richmond, 63, departed this life December 5, 2020. Surviving are her daughter, Renata Brown Watkins (Navelle, Sr.); four grandchildren, Bernard and Dwayne Brown Watkins, Navelle Watkins, Jr., Shacole Jones; mother, Shirley Brown Robinson (Bernard); five sisters, one devoted Renita B. Thornton (William); two brothers; one devoted, Donell S. Scott, Jr.; nieces, nephews, two devoted nephews, William III (Jasmine) and Eric Thornton (Apollonia) two god-children; a host of other relatives and friends, one devoted friend, Maureen Johnson. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. A walk-through viewing will be held Thursday, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd, and where funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, December 11, 2020. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. Live streaming at scottsfuneralhome.com.


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MS.Shirley sendinding my condolences to your family. Love you.

I know death will one day eventually come to us all, but this one right here has left me struggling with grief...I cannot wrap my mind around this loss...I will miss our fake love fights with you when you visited RMZBC which consisted of you balling your fist up to both of your eyes which meant you were going to hit me in my eye and then the sass back and forth between us and then the laughter and a big hug...I'm going to miss that Lil Shirley...my heart is broken-Norbinette

God bless the family of this beautiful child of God. Her spirit was was so warm and affable each time we met. We share the middle name Donnette. I haven't met anyone else with the name spelled just that way. My sympathy and prayers are extended during this difficult time. God's Peace be with All. Verily, Sheila C Price

My heart felt condolences to Boo's family. I will always remember her infectious smile and kind words. Barbara Bailey and family.

Our Deepest condolences to the Family. R.I.P Ms. Boo...Please let Rena know you held it down. WITH LOVE AND STREGTH.. - The Kizzie's

Renata and Family, our hearts go out in love and thoughts of you today. Your loved one certainly was the true example of a Christian lady. She will be missed because of her thoughtfulness and love for others. Rest our sweet sister and take your rest. God always chooses the best. Deacon T whom you really loved will welcome you home and watch over you. Mama T and Myra

I love you and I will always remember you. Prayers and love to your family. Unicia

May the anticipation of Heaven give you PEACE, and the tender touch of the Father bring you COMFORT. Rejoice in Heaven Boo! ~ Cavell Phillips

Dear Renata and Family, May God grant you peace and comfort. I will miss Boo! Her smile, her encouragement and her sense of humor were just a few of her Godly attributes! Her phone call checks always added sunshine to my day! God Bless you and know that I am just a phone call away! I love you and shall keep you in my prayers and thoughts! Jan Roane Associate Minister 31st Street Baptist Church

Want an angel God has. Just a sweet person. May God be with the family and remember you are loved

From the Holmes family to your family we give our deepest condolences

Sorry for your loss, Boo was the sweetest person in the world. Sonya Riley

Dear Family, Almighty God has a plan for all of us. The plan for Boo was to bring joy and peace to everyone she came in contact with. She never knew a stranger! She fulfilled her earthly task well. Now her labor is over and she has earned her wings in glory. Rest on little sister, you ran well! Love from your big sister Rev.Pat Preston Perez

Renata i am so sorry for your loss . You know your mom was my girl everytime she saw me she wanted to beat me up lol. May God be with u and the rest of the family at this time and may he give youll the strength youll need to get thru this difficult time. I will keep youll lifted in prayer. Im always here if you need me hootie . Love Shalita

Praying for peace and comfort for Renata and your loved ones. Kim Newman-Williams

The Blakey family sends their deepest condolences to the family. Boo was a sister to us and we loved her dearly. We will miss her daily calls. May God continue to hold and keep you. Carlise,Gerald, Germaine and Toni

You always had a way of making me smile and hold on. You encouraged me with your outspoken personality & wisdom. Your live and concern were pure. I will never forget you Shirley (Boo). Until we meet again. My heartfelt prayers & sincere sympathy go out to the entire family. Know that God has another beautiful flower for his garden. She has truly received her reward.

Love Pastor LaFran Rayner

My Sister Boo I will miss your smile and our daily talks.My deepest sympathy to the family,God bless You ,I love You, Charlene Jefferson.

Praying for the entire family. I would always get that "Boo" smile when I came home. Our AHS Class of 75 will never be the same. From high school to babysitting my first child...I will never forget Shirley "Boo" Brown. Loved by all! See you soon Boo!

Rest in Paradise Aunt Boo! You will truly be missed. I will make sure you baby Cameron remember you! My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Will always love you! Tara (Holmes) Robert & Cameron Abney

Sending my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Boo I will surely miss your smiling face looking up at me as I sang at the mic. That smile always gave me encouragement. I will always remember your warm spirit and your cool calm and collective spirit! You would have the church on fire as you sang and never even sweat. RIP lady!NHA43

To The Entire Brown Family: Take comfort in knowing that God only takes the best and he has chosen Boo Brown to come home(Heaven) to rest from her labor to her reward Peace! Family know that we will see our love one again on the new streets of Fulton(Heaven) as long as we continue to trust in our Lord and Savior! Respectful submitted: The Crawley June Nash and Trent Families.

Boo I will always remember your sweet smile and laugh that could warm up a room as a kid. Your spirit was a Blessing. You will be truly missed cuz and love you always. I know the Lord has you in his arms.

Cuz Keith Sutton and Family

We are so sorry to hear of your recent loss. Please know that although we are not able to be with you at this time, we continue to pray for your comfort and strength. With sympathy and prayers, Dionne & Herb Ward

We are so sorry to hear of your recent loss. Please know that although we are not able to be with you at this time, we continue to pray for your comfort and strength.

My Deepest Sympathy to the family. Rip Boo. Rev. Dr. Brenda Morgan-Sledge M6p82H9

MY heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones. I will miss seeing you on Sunday mornings at Zion. There is a lonely space without your lovely presence.

Rest in Paradise Boo. Linda Brown-Burton

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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