Carolyn Francis Poteat Brown

Carolyn Francis (Poteat) Brown, 80 widow of Ralph Joseph “R.J.” Brown, died Monday December 23, 2019 peacefully at Carlyle Nursing & Rehab.
Mrs Brown was born March 4, 1939 to the late James Ansel (Mutt) Poteat and Effie Lee Poteat.
She retired from many enjoyable years serving as manager at the Salvation Army Thrift Store in Greer. She was a long time member of the Episcopal Church, most recently a member of Holy Cross Episcopal Church, Simpsonville where she served on the Alter Guild, Daughters of the King (DOK) and Women of the Church.
Mrs Brown was predeceased by daughters, Donna Olozaga Deal & Laura Carol Brennan. Sisters, Sarah Minaker & Doris Goodlett.
Surviving is one son, Sidney Ralph Brown; five grandchildren, Nicole Olozaga Kozanski, Travis Brown, Casey & wife Susan Brown, and Sean & Ava Brennan. Sister, Joyce Ann Stallings & brother, James Poteet. 10 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Celebration of Life Service will be 1pm Saturday January 4 at Holy Cross Episcopal Church, 205 E. College St., Simpsonville, officiated by Father Michael Flanagan. A reception in the perish hall will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Holy Cross Episcopal Building fund.