Marie Brown

Harvey

Evangelist Marie Brown Harvey, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, entered eternal rest on July 2, 2025, in Richmond, Virginia.

Born on October 8, 1947, to the late David and Ethel Brown, Marie was the eldest of ten siblings. From an early age, she embraced her role as a natural leader, offering guidance, love and support to her family.

Marie pursued her education with determination and purpose. Although she completed two years of college in her early twenties at Morris Brown College, she courageously returned to her academic journey at the age of 62, earning a bachelor's degree in counseling and human services from Point University. In 2015, she earned her master's degree in education from Strayer University, an inspiring accomplishment that brought pride to both her and her loved ones.

Marie was also a woman of profound faith. In 2002, she was ordained and licensed to preach the Gospel. As an evangelist, she faithfully served her community, sharing the love of Christ with everyone she encountered. Her ministry, compassion and wise counsel made a lasting impact on countless lives.

For more than 45 years, Marie made her home in Atlanta, Georgia and Houston, Texas before settling in Virginia, where she spent the last decade continuing to live a life rooted in service, family and faith.

She was the proud mother of three children, one daughter and two sons, Patricia Mayfield (Vernon), David Harvey (Veronda) and John Hutchins (Ramona). Her greatest joy came from her role as a grandmother, a title she embraced with all her heart. She leaves behind 12 beloved grandchildren, Micah Porter, Trey, Omarion, Verrell Mayfield, Vania Harvey, Jordyn, Cameron, Michael, Jonathan Hutchins, Madinah, Aaliyah and Fatimah Jones; three cherished great-grandchildren, Sunreye, Saylah and Elishama (they were truly the light of her life and the heartbeat of her world); five loving sisters, Bessie, Carolyn, Mary, Joyce and Adrian; two devoted brothers, David Jr. and Joseph (all of whom will carry forward her memory with deep affection); other relatives and friends, to include a kind and respectful relationship reflecting a spirit of grace and understanding with her former husband, Floyd Harvey.

Marie's life was a powerful testament to faith, education, perseverance and unconditional love. Though her physical presence will be missed beyond words, her legacy, marked by advocacy, wisdom and unwavering devotion, will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery.