Michael Brown Obituary

The family of Michael Brown (Memphis, Tennessee) announces his passing on October 11, 2026. Michael, born on February 17, 1948, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Brown to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Johnny Brown, Sr. and Ouita T. Brown; his former wife Rebecca H. Brown; his daughter Pamela B. Gainous; and his granddaughter Madison Brown.

He is survived by: his wife Carmen Brown; his children, Cortney Yarbrough (Arthur) and Michael D. Brown, Jr.; his stepchildren, Dawn Reese (Marcus) and Dennis L. Bassett; his grandchildren, Alexandra Gainous, Sydney Gainous, Rodney Gainous III, Hamilton Yarbrough, Walton Yarbrough, Mason Reid, Deshaundra Brown, Mya Brown and Logan Reese; his brothers, Johnny Brown (Chrishun) and Keith Brown; his nephew Jeremy Brown; his niece Joni Brown; his godson Kevin Dillihunt; and his close friend Shadow. He is also survived by other relatives, dear friends.