Denise Collins Brown

Denise Collins Brown, 63, of Easley, SC, wife of Donald Brown, was called to her eternal home on Monday, July 28, 2025.

The daughter of the late Martha and Olin Collins, Denise lived a life full of love, family, and friendships. For 38 years, she served the community as a school bus driver, leaving a lasting impact on generations of children and athletes. Her greatest joy in life was her family, and she especially loved cheering on her grandkids at the ballpark. Denise also cherished spontaneous getaways to Gatlinburg with her husband of 45 years, Donald. Her life was a light of joy in the world.

Surviving are her children: Paula Campbell (Chris), Josh Brown (Kayla), and Justin Brown (Jill); son-in-law, Lonnie Morgan; sister, Tina Simpson (Daniel); grandchildren: Austin Morgan (Eliza), Brayden Calderon, Jessica Morgan, Hayden Brown, Elizabeth Searcy, Kasen Garcia, Dayton Brown, Karlee Morgan, Landen Brown, Harper Morgan, and Clara Mae Brown; and great-granddaughter, Mallory Blake Morgan. She was predeceased by her brother, Olin Collins.

Denise is also survived by her sister-in-law, Wanda Collins, along with many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Her life will be celebrated on Saturday, August 2nd at 3:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. prior to the service.

The family will reside in their respective homes.