LEONTINE SPEED-BROWN

Leontine Speed Brown, affectionately known as “Tina,“ entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Leontine was a graduate of Destrehan High School in Destrehan, LA. She was an Ordained Minister and founder of It Is Finished Ministry, an online ministry held faithfully every Thursday morning via Zoom. Through prayer, teaching, and spiritual encouragement, she created a place where others could gather in faith and fellowship. Her earthly chapter has closed, but her love, her faith, and the seeds she planted will continue to speak for generations to come. Beloved wife of Leroy Brown. Loving mother of Dee Dee Reaux, Trishon Reaux (Clarence) Matthews, Bridgette Reaux, Shannon Speed, and Jamal Johnson. Cherished grandmother of Jarrett Watson, Jamyrin Watson, Keziah Speed, Einne Speed, Clarence Hughes III, Tysean Matthews, and Camryn Matthews. Great grandmother of Davon Woods, Jr., and Zion Speed. Daughter of the late John Speed, Sr. and Madeline Barnes Speed Jenkins. Devoted sister of Johnny Speed, Jr., Earnestine Johnson, Lisa Johnson, and the late Neil Speed, Ronald Speed, Charles, Byron Speed, Warner Speed, Troy Johnson, and Shirline Speed Ackle. Leontine is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of It IS Finished Ministry, True Hope Ministries International, and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration at True Hope Ministries International, 1228 Cohen Street, Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 10:00a.m. Prophetess Beverly Lewis, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the church. Interment: Jefferson Memorial Gardens, St. Rose, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.