Life Is But A Stopping Place Life is but a stopping place, A pause in what's to be, A resting place along the road, to sweet eternity. We all have different j oumeys, Different paths along the way, We all were meant to learn some things, but never meant to stay ... Our destination is a place, Far greater than we know. - Author unknown Acknowledgements The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all those that have kept us in their thoughts and prayers. We know it is during times like these that the Lord reassures us of his presence, strength and love. Thank you and God bless. I"WThe Brown Family~ IN LOVING MEMORY Douglas Matthew Brown . April 28, 1972 - October 19, 20 13 Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:00 A.M. Friendship Community Church 4141 Old Fairburn Road College Park, GA 30349 Pastor Donald E. Bryant, Officiating Obituary Douglas Matthew Brown was born in Rahway, New Jersey to Sarah F. Brown and Robert C. Brown. He entered into eternal rest on October 19, 20 13 at the ageof41. Douglas graduated from Walker High School in Decatur, Georgia in 1990. He served in the Army where he was active in Somalia and Mogadishu. After his military service, Douglas worked for Marta for approximately 9 years. He also worked security for various venues. Douglas was a loving father, a caring and compassionate son and a friend to all. To display his care and compassion, Douglas was awarded a distinguished plaque from the Atlanta City Council for rescuing senior citizens from an apartment fire. He is survived by his two children: Kayla Brown and Douglas Brown, Jr.; his mother Sarah Brown; his father and step-mother, Robert and Alice Brown; brother, Gregory Brown; sisters: Shawnette Poole, Kharen Golden and Stephanie Beauford; nieces, nephews and a multitude of other relatives. (Beloved brother, Robert Brown, Jr.) Order of Service Family Hour 10:00 a.m. Reflection 10:30 a.m. Invocation Selection Scripture Old Testament ............ Pastor Bryant New Testament ........... Pastor Bryant Prayer Acknowledgements Selection Eulogy ....................... Dr. Omar Brown Recessional Interment Georgia National Cemetery 5580 Knox Bridge Highway Canton, GA