With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Cathy D. Brown, 67, of Columbia, SC, who passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

In Loving Memory of Ms. Cathy Deloris Brown

Revelation 21:4 reminds us, God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away.

Ms. Cathy Deloris Thomas Brown, affectionately called "Kitten" by her departed father, Mr. John Thomas, Sr and her siblings, she left this earthly life on Thursday, January 2, 2025. She was a woman who loved God and her family. Cathy was raised in Wesley United Methodist Church where she sang on two choirs and loved attending Bible Study. She was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic gardener, a decorator who was skilled in combining colors, fabrics, rugs and furniture styles to make a good-looking space. Cathy was a stylish person who exhibited a keen sense of style and attention to details in her clothing. She especially loved the holiday season when she decorated her home with great pride and always shared her skills with others.

Cathy was born on January 29, 1957, to the late Mr. John Thomas, Sr. and Mrs. Eloise Hannah Thomas. Cathy graduated from Lake City High School in 1975.  After graduation, she attended a private college, Columbia College, Columbia SC, which was founded in 1854 by the United Methodist Church. As an adult Cathy joined Ridgewood Missionary Baptist Church of Columbia, SC. She attended service faithfully, served various programs, and was active in supporting the needs of the church. Cathy was known for her singing, her personality of openness, helpfulness, respectfulness and kindness toward everyone she met. Cathy was employed by the South Carolina Department of Corrections where she retired after twenty plus years of service.

Cathy leaves behind a loving family, including her son, Lloyd Ashley Brown of Columbia, SC; four sisters and one brother, Gloria Jean Thomas, of Lake City, SC, Rev. Dr. Lillie Ann (McArthur) Burgess of Columbia SC, Diane Thomas (John) Abraham of Summerville, SC, Debra Thomas Gaston of Lake City, SC and John William (Mary) Thomas of Columbia, SC, a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, cousins and friends

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Lake City, SC. 843-354-2292 .