George Brown, 7, of Raeford, died February 14, 2021.
He was born on August 16, 1944 to the late Walter Brown Sr. and Delphia Brown in Moore County. After graduating from Hoke High School, he became a barber. He went on to serve in the United States Air Force Special Police during Vietnam. Upon returning home he began a career as a detention officer at McCain Correctional in Hoke County. He went on to a career in law enforcement serving with the Hoke County Sheriff's Office and the Raeford Police Department. He finally found his calling as a magistrate for Hoke County until his retirement.
When he wasn't working, he had a passion for cars and hanging out at Raeford Hardware.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Annette Brown; daughters, Megan Brown and Nikki Jenkins and husband Richard; and grandchildren Victoria Jenkins and Richard Jenkins.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the Raeford Cemetery with Pastor William (Bill) Vines officiating.
The family will receive friends after the service at the cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com