Deacon Archie Douglas Brown Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Deacon Archie Douglas Brown, 93, of Peoria, IL transitioned from this life to his heavenly home at 3:18 pm on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at his residence. Archie was born on February 8, 1929 in Pine Bluff, AR to the late Zachary and Climmie (Long) Brown. Archie married the love of his life, Goldie Lawshe on November 8, 1958, sharing 61 years of marriage before her transition to Heaven. Archie was a self-employed demolition and brick contractor, having worked on several of Peoria’s major projects. Archie specialized in brick restoration, having worked on demolition projects such as the Varsity and Rialto Square Theaters, as well as brick removal from many of the South side streets such as Fourth and Fifth. Archie was well known and respected by many of the major contractors throughout the community such as Ray Becker and Williams Brothers Construction to name a few. As a part time driver in Chicago, Illinois, Archie was able to transport some of the greatest historical entertainers and Blues singers such as Muddy Waters and Howling Wolf… he didn’t care for Muddy Waters, but he liked Howling Wolf. A natural Tenor and lead vocalist, Archie Brown had a rich history of quartet singing… having sung with many groups such as the K-Land Singers of Kankakee, Illinois, and the Majestic Sons of Peoria, Illinois. Archie was also an avid hunter. Upon his passing, Archie was the oldest, and one of the most well-respected Deacons throughout the community. His rich and traditional devotional prayers would take you to the cross. As a devout Deacon, Archie proudly served as a member of Friendship MB Church, and finally at Grace Baptist Church. During his final days of health, Archie extended his loving support to his sons at Victory Christian Church. He loved having his family around him and was the one to make the best dressing and sweet potato pies at holiday gatherings. Archie leaves to cherish his most precious memories one brother Rev. Roosevelt Brown of Pine Bluff, AK; two sisters Shirley Dickinson of Kansas City, KS, and Minnie Jones of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; five sons, Rev. Laymond (Gail) Bolden, Rev. Michael (Carmen) Bolden, Pastor Charles “Chuck” Brown of Peoria, Illinois, Rev. Edward (Rose) Bolden of Milwaukee, WI., and Leonard Brown of Joliet, Illinois; two daughters Kathryn Robinson and Linda Brown Davies of Peoria, Illinois; a host of grand, great and great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Goldie; brother Melvin Brown; sisters Melzina Hayes, Penny Lane and Jettie Bee Warren; three sons Richard Brown, Herman Brown and Alan Bolden; daughter-in-law Alice Brown; and granddaughter Keisha Bolden. Homegoing services will be held at 11 am on Friday, July 29, 2022 at Grace Baptist Church with a visitation at 10am. The host Pastor Dr. Claude White, Jr., Rev. Willie L. Williams, Jr., officiant and Pastor Chuck Brown eulogist. Deacon Archie Brown will be laid to rest at Lutheran Cemetery. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com. The service will be live streamed on Simons Mortuary's Website or Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Simons-Mortuary-232095303487150 promptly AT THE TIME OF THE SERVICE (Central Time). Due to Covid-19, social distancing is encouraged to be consistent with recommendations from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), funeral home directors have been instructed and should follow CDC guidelines on gatherings, including those directly related to funerals, visitations, or graveside services. *In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them). *It is our responsibility as Funeral Directors, to do everything we can to advise families in order to honor our beloved Families and to keep everyone as safe as possible. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

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Deacon Archie Douglas Brown

February 8, 1929 - July 14, 2022