James Herbert Brown, 84 of Danville VA passed away peacefully March 16, 2022. He is survived by his wife of the home, Etta Brown, and son, James Herbert Brown Jr. of Greenville NC as well as many beloved family members. Herbert was an avid church and family man. God blessed him with a beautiful singing voice. He enjoyed singing gospel hymns and he had great faith and love for the Lord. Herbert was preceded in death by a number of loving family and friends. Visitation will be held Sunday, March 20th at 1:00 pm at Shermont Baptist Church followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm with Rev Ryan Riley. Entombment will immediately follow the funeral service at Danville Memorial Gardens in Danville, Virginia. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Shermont Baptist Building Fund, 781 Mount Cross Road Danville, VA 24540. Townes Funeral Home, 215 West Main Street, is serving the Brown family. Online condolences can be made at www.townesfuneralhome.com