Helen J

Brown

Helen Brown, 90, of Teaneck New Jersey, peacefully transitioned Monday, October 24, 2021. Her earthly debut occurred September 2, 1931 in New York City, as Helen Johnson, to her parents, Joseph and Henrietta Johnson.

Helen was married to Reginald Brown, Sr. (predeceased).

Mrs. Brown was an active member of Community Baptist Church in Englewood, New Jersey for over three decades, serving as an usher and subsequently becoming an honorary mother of the church.

Helen prepared herself professionally by earning a Masters degree in psychology from NYU, which qualified her as a founding member of Head Start in Harlem.

She loved, supported and cherished her family by raising two granddaughters, and assisting family members when needed. However, the love she extended was felt by all with whom she made contact.

Helen was not all work and no play. She knew how to have a good time. She was always willing to throw a party and engaged each guest in a special way. In fact, some people even considered her a "Party Queen." Her home was always warm and inviting, punctuated by exceptional culinary skills, especially her famous roast duck.

Helen's residency in a nursing home during her later years did not dampen her spirits. She took a leadership role by accepting their invitation to be their guest speaker for Black History Month. As a resident, she made such an impact on the staff that upon learning of her passing, many nurses cried.

Her favorite quote was, "Let the work I've done speak for itself!"

We all have been enhanced by the work she has done.

She leaves treasured memories for sons, Reginald Brown, Jr. (predeceased), his wife, Barbara, Brian Brown and wife Gail; grandchildren, Scharmel and Renee Brown, David and Courtney Brown, and Reginald Brown III; nieces, Corrie Jennings and Rhonda Clark; goddaughter, Valerie Clowney; and many church friends and neighbors.

Brian extends a special thanks to the staff of Teaneck Nursing Home for the love and care they gave his mother during her later years.