On Monday, April 14, 2025, our family circle was broken when Augustine Moseley Brown was called home to be with the Lord. She accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and worked in the church all of her life. In her early years she was a devoted member of Jerusalem United Holy Church. Later in life she continued her Christian journey as a devoted member of First Baptist Church West Munden, where she served on the Deaconess Board.
Augustine was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, and Norfolk State College. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Norfolk State College, and a Masters of Arts Degree in Guidance and Counseling from Michigan State University.
She spent the majority of her career as an educator and guidance counselor. She had a passion for teaching and counseling. She was dedicated to improving the quality of education for her students. She taught at R.A. Tucker Elementary School, and Campostella Junior High School. Also, she worked as a Guidance Counselor at Booker T. Washington High School. After retiring from Norfolk Public Schools she continued her career as a Guidance Counselor at Norfolk State College.
Augustine was a loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and friend. She was always willing to help others in need. She loved music and enjoyed playing the piano and organ at her home. Also, she was actively involved in the Eastern Star Dorcas Bethany Bessie Ellison Chapter #50 for over 25 years. She served as Worthy Matron of her Chapter for a number of years.
Augustine is predeceased by her husband, Albert Phillip Brown (aka AP); her daughter, Keisha Augustina Brown; her parents, Rev. Elmo T. Moseley, and Mother Rosetta Lee Moseley; and her brothers, Elmo T. Moseley Jr., and James B. Moseley.
She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Tiffany Diane Brown, and Phillistine Brown Winstead; her granddaughters, Phillita Matthews, and Aniyah Harley; her great grandchildren, Terron Phillip Brown Matthews (Lyana), and Tanisha Matthews; her great great grandsons, Adonis Phillip Matthews, and Amari Jose Matthews; her Aunt, Mother Doris L. Williams; her sisters, Annie M. Boone (Bernard), Audrey L. Moseley, and Rosetta M. Faltz; her brother, Roosevelt M. Moseley (Doris); her sister-in-laws, Mary Moseley, and Thelma Moseley; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all of them also that love his appearing.” – II Timothy 4:7-8.
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Marva Davis says
April 17, 2025 at 6:03 pmSending prayers and love to the family may God give you the peace that you need at this time.Mr.E ,&Ms Marva Davis
Estherine J. Harding, NSU Retiree, 2016 Distinguished Alumna, NSUAA Life Member - Chesapeake Chapter, Member FB Church West Munden says
April 18, 2025 at 11:01 amDeepest sympathy and prayers to Augustine’s family as she will be tremendously missed. As a retired educator, she gave much support to the Estherine J. Harding Endowed scholarship for students to attend Norfolk State University. May God bless and comfort each family member during this difficult time. Augustine, rest in peace for a life of service well lived dedicated to helping God’s people.
Olivia Martin & Family says
April 19, 2025 at 5:33 pmSending my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of Mrs. Augustine Brown. May each of you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. She is now resting in the loving arms of Jesus. As a member of First Baptist Church West Munden, I know she will be missed. I used to think of her as a Fashion-Easter because of the way she dressed.
Lovingly: Olivia Martin & Beverly Cumbo
Beverly Renata Talley & Talley Famiky says
April 19, 2025 at 11:45 pmI’ve known Sister Augustine all of my life. We worshipped as youngsters in the United Holy Church of America. My love and prayers to the family as we remember her!! May the LORD comfort family and friends, Til we meet again.
Jeral & Jerry Donatien says
April 23, 2025 at 9:55 pmTo Rose & The Brown & Mosely Family
When a precious love one falls asleep in death, you do not loose them, only there voice. For all there memories will be with you forever and ever. We feel them when the wind blow warm breezes across our face, when we go to special places. They are always with us. Memories. Augustine is just sleeping in God’s arms resting from her earthy labors and wearing her Crown of Glory. May God shower his blessings upon you and the family in this your hour of sadness.
Mary J. Abbyss says
April 27, 2025 at 9:28 amSister Augustine is fondly remembered from the Rising Sun and Sister Mackey’s church . May you cherish all your precious memories .
Anita J Gould says
April 27, 2025 at 7:45 pmSending love and prayers to the family. My heart is heavy because I am unable to be with you, and yet my soul rejoices because her cares are passed — my big sister Augustine’s spirit is at peaceful rest. Keep looking up — earth has NO sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Peace.