Willie Alton "Billy" Brown Jr. of Rose Hill, NC quietly left for his eternal life on the evening of June 18, 2025, at his home. Born May 7, 1938. He is the son of the late Willie Alton Brown Sr. and Nealie Dew Brown. Billy is predeceased by first wife- Retha Dixon Brown; second wife – Elizabeth Marie Healy Brown; children – Cheryl and David Brown; stepson – Glenn Thibault; and siblings – Homer Brown, Clarence Brown, Mildred Williams, Ruth Norris, and Thelma Sitgreaves.

Cherishing his memory are his daughter – Debbie Williams and husband Kevin of Rose Hill; daughter-in-law Karen Grucci Brown of Fletcher; stepchildren – Norman Thibault and wife Megan of Washington, UT and Shannon Giresi of Wake Forest; grandchildren – Everett Williams and wife Candace of Penderlea, Hailey Watkins and husband Justin of Pink Hill, Haven Bowles and husband Stancil of Warsaw, Connor and Jillian Brown of Fletcher; step grandchildren- Quinn, Cole, Sophia and Olivia Giresi; and great grandchildren – Ryleigh Williams and Ellie and Kinley Watkins.

"Billy" was a man of strength, dedication, and quiet generosity. A proud Navy veteran, he served his country with honor and carried that same commitment into every part of his life.

After his service, Billy built more than a business – he built a legacy. As co-owner of Brown's Builders Supply, he offered not just materials, but trust, reliability, and a helping hand. Through hard work and integrity, he became a cornerstone of his community.

More than a veteran or businessman, Billy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend – steadfast and always ready with a story, a smile, or a word of wisdom. He found peace in a quiet river morning, the thrill of a good hunt, and the laughter of loved ones.

His life was guided by faith, shaped by love, and defined by purpose. Though he may no longer walk beside us, his laughter, lessons, and legacy live on in every heart he touched.

A service to celebrate his life is set for 11:00 am on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in the Rose Hill Baptist Church, with visitation one hour prior to the service at 10:00 am.  Interment will follow in the Riverview Memorial Park near Watha.