Wednesday, January 8, 2014 4:11 pm

The Reverend Doctor Edward John Brown, 93, of Shelby, passed away on Wednesday, January 01, 2014. 

A native of Spartanburg County, SC, he was born on December 13, 1920, a son of the late Allen Brown and Eleanor Brown. He was a retired Baptist Minister, member of Westwood Heights Baptist Church of Shelby, member of the Oasis Shriners, and was a Mason.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ware Bridges. He is survived by five children, two brothers, ten grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

A graveside service celebrating Dr. Brown’s life was held at Polkville Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. David Costner officiating. 

McKinney-Landreth & Carroll Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the Brown family.