[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 106 (Friday, June 16, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E581]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING JAMES EARL BROWN'S LIFE AND LEGACY

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                          HON. MARC A. VEASEY

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 16, 2023

  Mr. VEASEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate and honor the 
life of Mr. James Earl Brown, a true servant for North Texas. Mr. Brown 
was born to Mr. Jim Brown and Ms. Pearlie Mae Evans on January 18, 1942 
and was raised the youngest of three siblings in Clarksville, Texas.
  For over 40 years, Mr. Brown served students across North Texas and 
completed his career as an Adjunct Professor at Tarrant County College. 
In 1959, he began his academic career by graduating from Carter G. 
Woodson High School in Haynesville, Louisiana. Mr. Brown then earned a 
Bachelor of Science Degree from Grambling State University. In 1979, he 
would go on to acquire a Master of Education degree from Stephen F. 
Austin State University and received his teacher certification only a 
year later.
  Mr. Brown held many titles over the years from a teacher of art, 
technology facilitator, computer applications, and even assistant 
principal. One of his greatest recognitions came in 1985 when Fort 
Worth Independent School District named him ``Teacher of the Year''.
  In his community, Mr. Brown was known for making meaningful, long-
lasting connections full of exploration and beloved memories. He was 
loved by so many Green B. Trimble Tech High ``bulldogs'' of all 
graduating classes and backgrounds--who flocked to social media to 
express condolences and love upon his recent passing. Mr. Brown 
continued to champion conservation efforts throughout his educational 
career, and thanks to him, his legacy and impact on young Texas lives 
will remain past his time. James submitted his last assignment on May 
30, 2023.
  He is preceded and reunited with his Father and Mother; Jim Brown and 
Pearlie Mae Evans, Brothers, Charles Brown, Sr. and Joseph Brown, Sr.; 
as well as his sisters, Velma Jean Johnson and Doris Jean White. He 
will fondly be remembered by a host of family, friends, and colleagues.

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