Charlotte Ann Brown, 85, of Coushatta, Louisiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. A lifelong resident of Coushatta, Charlotte was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Charlotte was born to Kirwen and Mildred Glover Brown, who preceded her in death, along with her devoted husband, Lewis Hunter Brown, and her brother, John Kirwen Brown, Brothers-in-law James E. Brown, Willie B. Robinson, and Joe Dan Simpson, Sisters-in-law, Joy Ruth Brown and Wanda Brown Simpson. She is survived by her sons, Truett Dodd Brown and Dr. Ashton Hunter Brown; her sisters Mary Brown, Karla Brown Anderson (Jimmy), and Kris Brown O’Daniel (John); her stepmother Gladys Cason Brown; and her sister‑in‑law Sheryl Brown Robinson. She was a proud grandmother to Benjamin Truett Brown (Emily) and Laura Elizabeth Brown, and she cherished her many nieces, nephews, and cousins who brought joy to her life.

Charlotte grew up in Coushatta and graduated from Coushatta High School, Class of 1959. Her professional life included service at the Bank of Coushatta and American Bank and Trust, and she later partnered with her husband in operating Brown’s Home Furnishings and Gifts, a business that became a warm and familiar part of the community. Later years she worked at The Hall Tree in Natchitoches.

Deeply committed to her hometown, Charlotte served on the Springville Cemetery Board and was elected to the Valley Electric Cooperative Board, where she worked diligently and honorably.

Charlotte’s musical gifts were a blessing to generations. An accomplished pianist, she played for countless weddings, funerals, graduations, talent shows, pageants, and community events. Her music was a ministry in itself—offered with grace, humility, and a heart for service.

Her greatest devotion, however, was to her Lord and to her church. Charlotte was a faithful and devoted member of First Baptist Church Coushatta, where she served as church accompanist for more than 40 years. She was a leader in the Women’s Ministry and a dedicated teacher of the Young Adults. Her consistent walk with Christ, her steadfast prayer life, and her gentle spirit were a testimony to all who knew her.

A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, April 30, at First Baptist Church Coushatta at 3:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. with Bro. Cory Tucker officiating. Burial will follow at Springville Cemetery under the direction of Rockett‑Nettles Funeral Home.

Serving as pallbearers will be Daniel Simpson, Will Almond, Winn Almond, Adam Breedlove, Jeffery Deen, Tyler Jones, John Perkins, and Lance Webb.

Serving as Honorary Pallbearers are her nephews and cousins, Chris Brown, Nettles Brown, Jerry Glover, Bill Jones, Tommy Glen Jones, and Michael Simpson.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Coushatta or Springville Cemetery.

As we remember Charlotte’s life of faith, service, and love, we rest in the promise of Scripture:

“Her children arise and call her blessed… a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” — Proverbs 31