Ronnie Russell Brown, the son of the late Major A. Brown, Jr. and the late Betty Jean Brown. Ronnie was born October 14, 1962 and departed this life September 15, 2019. As a military brat, Ronnie spent his childhood traveling to various states and even lived in Panama with his family before settling in Fayetteville, NC. Ronnie attended Cumberland County schools. Ronnie was affectionately known by his friends as “Philly B”. Ronnie loved to fish, as a testament to his love for fishing, he had recently purchased a boat and had planned to spend time out on the boat catching fish. Ronnie loved sports. Ronnie was a long distance truck driver and spent many years on the open road before deciding to retire and come home to be with family and loved ones. Ronnie was a devoted father, brother, uncle, papa and a loving friend to many. Ronnie was loved by many. Ronnie leaves to cherish his memories: one precious daughter, Patricia Pollard of the home; one brother, Charles Dozier of Wilmington, NC; two sisters, Jacqueline Brown Ramirez-Martinez and Joyce Brown both of Fayetteville, NC; his fiancé, Sharon Parnell; one uncle, Houston L. Brown of Birmingham, Alabama, a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.