Willie Brown Jr. was born January 2, 1927 to Sally and Lane Brown in Gasden, Georgia.Willie Brown graduated from Carver High School in Gasden and served in the Armed Forces and moved to Cleveland, Ohio. Willie worked at Severance Hall the majority of his life where he retired.Willie was a very special man; he touched everyone's heart that came in contact with him.Willie leaves to cherish his memories; his loving and devoted wife Dollie Brown; five children, Ralph, Greg, Willie, Joseph and Linda; three grandchildren, Nicholas, Crystal, Jasmine and a host of nieces, nephew and friends. SERVICES THURSDAY, JAN. 19; WAKE: 10:00 AM. FUNERAL 10:30 AM at Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Ave.