William R. Brown "Sonny"

William (Sonny)Brown, age 71, of New Castle, DE, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 19, 2019. William was currently employed at the United States Postal Service for 49 years upon his death.

William is survived by his two sisters; Mary E. Land and Estella M. Williams both from Wilmington, Delaware; 2 devoted nieces Tammie R. Willams and Katina L Williams; and 1 devoted nephew; JosephO. Williams (Jeaneane); and many other nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.   Also, his adopted parents; Mr. & Mrs. Franklin Benson and family.He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Lola Brown; brother, Walter Brown; and sister, Anita Phillips.

A visitation will be held Friday, September 27, 2019, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at Community Presbyterian Church, 519 Rogers Road, New Castle, DE 19720 followed by a service in celebration of William’s life at 7:00 pm. Burial will be held on Saturday, September 28 at 11:00 am at Pine Tree Cemetery in Townsend, Delaware.