Mr. Matthew W. Brown

July 4, 1978 - December 20, 2015

Matthew W. Brown was born on July 4, 1978 in Lexington, KY. He was the son of William and Eva Brown. Matthew professed his hope in Christ at an early age under the pastorate of Rev. Dr. William D. Crutcher. He served as a former officer of the MG’s Youth Fellowship and was formerly Church Culinary Chairperson. He was a graduate of Tates Creek High School and attended the University of Kentucky majoring in Mathematics. Matthew served on Nuclear Submarines manning radar and sonar systems in the United States Navy, stationed at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii with underwater tours around the world. He was employed by Kentucky Medical Servicing Foundation. Matthew exuded a warm, friendly personality and was beloved by many. He was often referred to as “My Chef” by Pastor Mason. His dedication to his culinary craft took him to many venues (i.e. Lyric Theater, weddings, conferences, birthday parties) and was enjoyed by all who knew him. His passion for food reflected his personality in life – fun, flavorful, and absolutely amazing. He was preceded in death by grandparents; William Brown Sr., Carl Warren Sr, and Flora Warren, and an aunt, Jewel Brown-Mitchell. In addition to his parents, Matthew leaves to cherish his memory two sisters, Tiffany (Troy) Spencer, Tucson, AZ, Tina (Brown) Wright, Los Angeles, CA; half-brother, Michael (Miranda) Graham, Lexington, KY; paternal grandmother, Della Brown; three aunts, Joyce Brown, Linda Hunter, Nannie Miller; five uncles Michael Brown, Charles Mitchell, Darnell Warren, Tim Warren, Isaiah Warren, a host of great uncles, great aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.