Edward Lamarr Brown, Jr., 23, of Suffolk, VA. passed away suddenly on November 12, 2023. He is survived by his loving parents Vilma and Petty Officer First Class Ret. USN Edward Lamar Brown, Sr.
Edward “Lil Edd” was born on December 14, 1999, in Hartford, CT while his father was away on deployment. He was his parents’ pride and joy. He was a sports fanatic; he especially loved his New York Yankees and the Michigan Wolverines. At the age of seven he was fortunate to meet his hero, Derek Jeter. Edward could always be found at a sporting event, hanging out at the beach with friends, or even dancing and having a good time. He was a bright light who had a love and respect for his family and friends. He loved traveling to Detroit and Connecticut to visit his family. At a young age he accompanied his dad to many BBQ competitions leading to a love of food. Edward began going state to state in search of new culinary experiences.
He made his parents so proud when he graduated in May 2022 from Virginia Wesleyan University for Criminal Justice.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Jose J. Torres Sr., his paternal grandfather, Edward Richard Brown, Jr. and his Uncles Michael Brown and Kevin Brown and his beloved dog Hooch.
He is survived by his maternal grandmother, Carmen Neco and his paternal grandmother Darlene Peppers. His Aunts, Loren, Bonnie, Dana, and Tiffany and “Auntie Caryl”. His uncles, Jose, Juan, Alex, and Martez along with his god parents Kathy Rivera and Jose J. Torres Jr. And his cousins Juan, Jose, Christian, Mateo, Daylen, Axton, Tyler and Maricelis.
…….. “Fair winds and following seas.”
Services will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside located at 5033 Rouse Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. To honor Edward please feel free to wear your favorite sports jersey in lieu of dress clothes.
Thank you all.
We will always treasure the little things in life that you left behind a legacy in a short period of time continue to watch over your mother and father and your family and your spirit lives on at chick Beach and through your family and friends sending love and hugs to the brown and TORRES FAMILY… KDiaz
Eddie will be missed. He was always such a pleasant young man and we loved seeing him at the ball park. ❤️ We will miss you.
During this time of profound grief, please know that you are not alone. I can’t find the words to convey how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So sad to know someone so full of life has left us so soon. Ed, you had so many memories of good times at Harbor Park this past summer. You were appreciated for your work and will be missed. Rest in peace.
Condolences to the Brown family thoughts and prayers as Edward gone too soon ♥️
To the Brown family my prayers and thoughts are with you. Thank you for allowing me to take care of him during his visits. He touched so many lives and hearts. He was always an angel, now he has his wings
So sorry to see this news. Edward was in several of the CJ classes I taught at VWU. He was wildly creative, keenly smart, and fiercely funny; he spoke about his family with such warmth and pride. Condolences to you all.
You will be missed forever
I love you Lil Edd💔
Im so so sorry! You have my condolences!