Terry Lee Brown

Terry Lee Brown, age 49, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026. He was born September 20, 1976, in Boone, North Carolina, to Linda Gaye Williams Brown and Daniel Steve Brown. He was preceded in death by his son, Patrick Ethan Brown, and brother, Daniel Scott Brown.

Terry was a man who enjoyed staying busy, helping others, and being involved in his community. He had a wonderful sense of humor and always had a way of making people laugh. Terry loved fishing, hunting, mowing, thrifting, attending yard sales, and going to auctions, as they became treasure hunts for him and Caroline. He was a devoted NASCAR fan, with Darrell Waltrip being his favorite driver, and he also loved cheering on the Dallas Cowboys.  As an avid silver collector, Terry especially enjoyed searching for unique pieces to add to his collection.

Terry had a special place in his heart for the Shriners and the children they serve. He devoted much of his time to working alongside his fellow Shriners and Masonic brothers. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of the Taylorsville 243 F&AM and Roan Creek 679 F&AM Masonic Lodges, as well as a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Terry served as an Ambassador and was President of the Johnson County Shrine Club, a position he proudly held for the past four years. His work with the Shrine Club, particularly his involvement with the Shriner children, brought him great joy and was an important part of his life.

Terry earned a master’s degree in Criminal Justice and dedicated 20 years of service to Northeast Correctional Complex, where he served as a Sergeant before retiring. Following his retirement, he continued his strong work ethic by driving a dump truck for Maymead Inc. for two years and was a treasured friend and staff member of Hux & Lipford Funeral Home. 

Above all, Terry will be remembered for his willingness to help others, his dedication to his community and Masonic brothers, and the many friendships he made throughout his life. His service to others, especially the children supported by the Shriners, will remain a meaningful part of his legacy.

Those left to cherish his memory include his fiancé and the love of his life, Caroline Johnson, whom Terry lovingly referred to as "Terry's angel" and often said he had loved since he was 12 years old; his mother, Linda Gaye Williams Brown (Clay Wilson); his father, Daniel Steve Brown (Cindy); his daughter, Sarah Johnson (Grayson); his sons, Timothy Brown, Isaiah Brown (Bobbie) and Eli Morris (Hannah); his brother, David Brown (Debbie); Aunts, Nancy McNatt (Mama) (Buddy), Tom Wilson (aka his second mom)(Randy Mink), special aunt, Marie Williams; uncles, Willie Williams, Steve Williams, Johnny Williams, Stacy Williams, Jackie Williams, Ray Brown, Jerry Brown, and Wayne Brown; special cousins, Donald McNatt, Keith Brown, Bit Brown and Travis Brown; grandchildren, Ivy Allen and his little fishing buddy, Kaycen Morris; niece and nephew, Amber (Timmy) McClellan, and Jacob Brown; special friends, Ronnie Lipford, Bo Thomas, Dan Lipford, Eddie Lipford, Eric Garland, Bobby Taylor, Josh Lawley, Robert Wilson, Jesse Gregg, Steve and Becky Wright and many more. 

Funeral services for Terry will be conducted at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Hux & Lipford Funeral Home with Berry Dunn and Dustin Sherrin to officiate. Masonic Rites will follow the funeral service. The family will receive friends from 5 pm - 7 pm prior to the funeral service. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 am on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Sunset Memorial Park. At other times friends may call the family at 423-707-4221.

Pallbearers will be Ronnie Lipford, Josh Lawley, Eddie Lipford, Anthony Porter, Bobby Taylor, and Grayson Barnett.

Honorary Pallbearers are Jeff Fritts, Bo Thomas, Robert Wilson, Charlie Greene, Mike Johnson, Eric Garland, Hunter Wright, Jim Pulley, Larry Large, Logan Tipton, Dick Grayson, Frank Arnold, Randy Mink, All of the Johnson County Shrine Club Members and Jericho Shrine Members.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that monetary donations in Terry's memory be made to the Johnson County Shrine Club, 202 College Street, Mountain City, TN 37683 or Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.

Online condolences and memories may be sent to the family through our website at www.huxlipfordfh.com.  Hux & Lipford Funeral Home 300 W. Main Street, Mountain City, Tennessee is honored to serve the family of Terry Lee Brown. 

Online condolences and memories may be sent to the family through our website at www.huxlipfordfh.com.

Hux & Lipford Funeral Home 300 W. Main Street, Mountain City, Tennessee is honored to serve the family of Terry Lee Brown.