Tonia Reshell Brown's Obituary
Tonia Reshell Brown, age 64, passed this life and entered the gates of Heaven on Friday, October 17, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on Tuesday, November 29, 1960, in McAlester, Oklahoma, she was the cherished daughter of Edward and Dorothy Brown. From the moment she arrived, Tonia began a legacy of love, warmth, and joy that touched countless lives.
Tonia was a radiant light in the lives of all who knew her. Her nurturing spirit and boundless compassion made her an extraordinary mother, grandmother, caregiver, sister, and friend. She had a gift for making people feel seen, heard, and deeply loved.
Her passions were as vibrant as her personality. Tonia had a green thumb and found peace and joy in tending to her plants. Her kitchen was a haven of comfort and delight, where she cooked and baked with unmatched skill—her sweet potato pie was legendary and will be fondly remembered by all who tasted it.
Family was the heartbeat of Tonia’s life. She cherished every moment spent with her loved ones, filling gatherings with laughter, music, and dancing. Her love for rhythm and melody was infectious, and she could light up a room with her moves and her smile.
Tonia leaves behind a legacy of kindness, joy, and unwavering love. Though she will be deeply missed, her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched. Heaven has gained a beautiful soul, and we are forever grateful for the time we shared with her.
Left to cherish Tonia’s memory is her special friend Carson Haywood; daughter La’Kesha Brown; grandsons Christian Brown and Mar’Sean Lyday; granddaughters Mercedes Brown and Megan Brown; great grandchildren Christian Brown, Jr., and Winter Blue Rose Tennial; brothers Edward Brown Jr., Terry Brown, and Vincent Brown; sisters Stephanie, Barbara, and Sandra; along with other family members and friends.
A visitation to come and pay your respects to Tonia will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 1PM - 7PM at Floral Haven Funeral Home located at 6500 S. 129th E. Ave., Broken Arrow, OK. A celebration of Tonia's life will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 3PM at Floral Haven Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens. Those wishing to send flowers for the service may do so by contacting Floral Designs by Floral Haven at (918) 459-1525. Independent florists are kindly asked to deliver flowers directly to Floral Haven Funeral Home by 10:00 AM on Friday, October 24, 2025, to ensure proper display for Tonia's visitation.
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