Service Details
Homegoing Celebration for Hattie will be held on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at 11:00 am in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home with Brother Dwight Brownlee officiating. Interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park. A luncheon will follow at Infusino’s Banquet Hall. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 5:00 – 7:00 pm and on Wednesday from 10-11 am.
You may witness the service via livestream by clicking on the link below on Wednesday at 11:00 am.
Racine – Hattie B. Brownlee, age 80, passed away peacefully at The Woods of Caledonia on Tuesday, October 5, 2021.
Hattie was born in Columbus, MS on September 10, 1941 to the late Jack and Magnolia (nee: Lucas) Andrews. She was a graduate of R.E. Hunt High School. On December 1, 1962, Hattie was united in marriage with the love of her life, Joe Edward Brownlee.
Hattie retired from SC Johnson Wax in 2000 after 20 years of service. With Christ as the center of Hattie’s life, she was a longtime, devoted member of Midtown Church of Christ since 1957 where she was actively involved with the kitchen & benevolence committees, food pantry, and was diligent in feeding and clothing the less fortunate of our community. Amongst her other interests, Hattie enjoyed ceramics, bowling and was the master of baking cakes. Above all, Hattie was all about her family. They were her everything!
Surviving are her loving husband of nearly 59 years, Joe; their daughters, Loretta Henderson and Sonji Tye; adored grandchildren, Andrew Tye, Dominic Brownlee, Amber Tye, Ashley (Joshua) Melius, Racquel Henderson, Riana Henderson and Rashaad Henderson; great-grandchildren, Adonis Moeller and Harrison Melius; sisters, Laura Mae Figgs and Mattie B. Andrews; brother, Martin (Jacqueline) Andrews; a host of beloved in-laws, of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, Hattie was preceded in death by her beloved son, Rodney Brownlee; sisters, Janella Hollis and Lizzie (Lee) Thomas; brother, Jack “Sonny” Andrews; sister-in-law, Mattie (Eddie) Golden; and her special friend, Katherine Puryear.
Homegoing Celebration for Hattie will be held on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at 11:00 am in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home with Brother Dwight Brownlee officiating. Interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park. A luncheon will follow at Infusino’s Banquet Hall. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 5:00 – 7:00 pm and on Wednesday from 10-11 am. You may witness the service via livestream by clicking on the link above on Wednesday at 11:00 am.
A heartfelt note of thanks to the wonderful staff of Moments Hospice for all you have done for Hattie and her family during their time of need. Also, thank you to the staff at The Woods of Caledonia.
Kimberly Allen says
Praying God’s blessings upon you and the family. Ms Hattie was a beautiful soul and will be truly missed.
Bridget price says
Praying for the family in tme of beaverment she was a very good woman and she will be missed
Dorothy McDonald says
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Sister Brownlee showed me and my family nothing but love and kindness. We will miss her very much ! 🙏🏽💙
Ronia Andrews Smith says
In loving memory of my Aunt Hattie. I will always cherish my fun memories and the sound advice that she shared with me. Take your rest in the Lord you good and faithful servant.
Patricia and Robert Billups says
Condolences and prayers to the Brownie Family.
Kristin Moeller says
What a full life she has had. I am sure her homecoming celebration will be a joyful one filled with shared memories. My condolences to the family members who will miss her presence.
Monica Bailey and family. says
Loretta, Sonja and family, you have my sincerest condolences. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you Live and Light.
Leamon(LEE) Ellis says
Sorry for your loss Joe,Hattie was such a loving person,i’ll always remember her beautiful smile.
Mary Helena says
A beautiful woman. A beautiful spirit. A beautiful family.
Love and prayers are with you.
Sharon Johnson-Visor and family says
RIP Hattie and continue with your angel wings. You have been such an angel here on earth, and have touched so many of our lives with your kindness, unconditional love and constant giving and support. You will be missed, but never forgotten. May the family be strengthen and uplifted by Hattie’s love, memories and legacy.
Nannette Walker says
So sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers goes out to the family and friends. May God wrap his arms around you during this difficult time. Mrs. Hattie will always be remembered for her beautiful smile. Rest in Heaven.
Mae Tucker Williams says
My sincerest condolences to the Brownlee Family… I worked with Hattie for many years at SC Johnson. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Richard McGee and family says
I Richard McGee would like to send my condolences to the family of Mrs.Hattie. I’m very sorry to hear that Mrs.Hattie is no longer with us in the body. I’m hoping you can keep her sprites and memories as your comfort along your journey as you move forward without her may Mrs.Hattie Rest In Peace ☮️ 🙏🏾
Tom & Karen Chernouski says
Sincere condolences to the family. Worked with Hattie at the Wax. Always so friendly and such a good person. RIP!
Kathy Botting says
Sonji and Family Our sincere condolences, Sending All our Prayers , Kathy & Curt Botting
Carolyn B Peet says
Get your rest sis b.
Raymond &Joan Rorek says
The Rorek’s, Raymond &Joan would like pass our condolences on your family’s loss of your wife, mother & grandmother may she Rest In Peace.
Tywla Clark says
Prayers and condolences are extended to the entire Brownlee family. Sis. Brownlee will truly be missed. Rest in paradise is my prayer and I ask that the family is comforted and blessed with strength during their season of grieving.
Todd Bruce says
The Bruce (Harvis and Rube) family would like to extend our condolences to the Brownlee family. Mrs Brownlee is a dear friend and co worker of our Mom…our prayers are with and for your family.
Sharon Tye says
Sending my condolences
Reverend David R. Green/Gregg Chapel says
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Hattie and Joe were always such great people who exemplified the true grace of God. Pastor David Green and the Gregg Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church family express our sincere condolences to the Brownlee family. We uplift you in prayer and encourage you to look to God for peace and hope.
Sellus& Irma Dickerson says
With Sympathy For the Brownlee Family
Praying that the passing of time and love of Hattie B
Will bring you strength and surround you
With comforting memories.
You classmate Sellus Dickerson from Columbus.Ms 🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️🙏🏿.
Virginia Weaver says
Sending my deepest Condolences to you and your family on your mother’s passing my prayers are with you. God will give you strength.
Linda Swift says
A loving sister in Christ. My prayers are with you all. Love
Denise Freeman says
Loretta and Sonji,
I was saddened to hear of your Mother’s passing. Trust God to guide you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you
Dorothy Erby Cosby. FAMILY. says
May she RIP. To GOD be the GLORY.
Sis. Barbara Pearson Arlington, Tn says
My deepest sympathy to the Brownlee family.
Maggie Cobb says
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Brownlee the family.May God give you strength during this difficult time.
Antonya First and family says
You will forever live on.
Ramona Drane says
My condolences to the Brownlee Family
RosemaryTerry & Family says
Praying for the Brownlee Family.
Mrs. Brownlee was a sweet and warm woman.
Praying for strength during your difficult time.
May the peace of God be with each of you.
Raymundo Garcia says
R.I.P. Hattie. My condolences to Joe and familia. Hattie was a super nice human being. God bless your soul !
Raymundo Garcia
Carol Brunnelson Bressett says
what I will remember the most about Hattie is a beautiful smile her twinkling her eyes and a wonderful laugh we had so much fun together I’ll always remember Hattie
Angela Bester-Lambert says
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family. ❤