Lee Brownson

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17.01.2010 : C M Walbran ex RAF wrote Cpl L Brownson

3 Batt Rifles have lost two brave men and you will be sourly missed by all

My Deepest sympathy goes out to your Family Friends and Comrades

You will not be Forgotten
17.01.2010 : Ian Brownson wrote I am very sorry to hear of the death of Lee on Friday and realise that this must be a very difficult time for his family.

I must confess that, although related, I had never met Lee. However, having read the glowing tributes on the MoD website, I sincerely wish I had known this popular and inspiring soldier. Undoubtedly one of those brave and dedicated heroes to whom this country owes a great debt of gratitude. I hope the words of Mary E Frye can provide some comfort:

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

My thoughts, and those of my wife, Sara are with his family at this difficult time.

Rest in Peace Lee

Ian Brownson (Ex RAF)
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote I first met Browny just short of two years ago in Kosovo when I first came to this Battalion, and I enjoyed many hours of banter with him about which was the better regiment – The Green Jackets or The Light Infantry. The more I got to know him, the more it became apparent that he was a true Rifleman in every sense of the word, he was keen and loved what he did for a living, this showed in the way he performed his duties.
His selfless commitment to his lads and his platoon was awe inspiring, the word ‘no' was not part of his vocabulary, and he was always willing to lend a hand to any one who asked, and I did many times. He was a truly respected and loved member of the Company who epitomised all that you could wish to achieve as Rifleman.
He leaves a big gap in A Company, which will be hard to fill. Browny's love for his job was only second to that of the love for his family, and my thoughts go out to them at this sad time. A true hero.
-- Colour Serjeant ‘Suggs' Sugrue
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote I first met Browny when we were deployed to Cyprus. In an instant I recognised he was a soldier of the highest quality. He was a man with a razor sharp wit and an endless list of people who regarded him as a really good friend.
He always took on any task and always needed to be involved. As a commander, he passed these qualities on to his men, who he moulded into a group you knew you could rely on. Our thoughts are with his family and friends; he will be sadly missed by everyone whose lives he touched.
-- Corporal Thomas Cook
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote I have known Browny for over ten years and can't even begin to describe the numbness felt due to his loss. He was a man who was outstanding in everything he set out to do, be it his job or otherwise. The part of him I will miss most was his sense of humour, which was always mischievous and, among the blokes, was infectious. I'm sure the gaping hole left by his loss will be filled with the happy memories of all who knew him.
The Battalion has lost one of its most promising stars, and I and others have lost a great friend; my thoughts are now with his family. Safe journey and God bless mate, Frankie.
-- Corporal Frankie Mason
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Corporal Lee Brownson, Browny to mates or known to myself as Lee was a friend, a true friend. My best friend, a brother I would look up to. As a soldier he was, who I wanted to be. I looked to take inspiration from his work: in my opinion he was the best soldier and the best section commander this battalion had to offer and he was the man everyone wanted to be. When he led a patrol the rest of his section felt safe knowing the best of the best was at the very front, leading by example.
Browny joined the army to do what he knew best: to soldier, to serve his country, and to serve his comrades well. A Company has been dealt a massive blow due to the loss of Corporal Brownson, a gap that can never be filled. Browny has gone but will never be forgotten.
You'll always be in my thoughts, my prayers, my heart; the 15th of January will never leave me. My thoughts are with his wife Leeanne and his daughters Ginalee and Morgan and his unborn child. Goodbye mate, love you and thinking of you always.
-- Corporal Kevin Ball
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote I am not quite sure what to write, as I feel that none of this is real. I still keep expecting you to burst through the ops room door asking What's happening? with that grin on your face like you were up to something, or had already done something! Or you were coming to see me with one of your ‘minor injuries'! I will always remember the cooking sessions you, Cass and I had going.
My thoughts go out to your wife Leeanne who you always spoke so fondly of, and also your two daughters Ginalee and Morgan. You were so full of life Browny, you will be deeply missed by everyone. R.I.P. (P.S. I am sure it was your turn for the brews!).
-- Corporal Emma Henderson
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote I first met Lee in 2004 when I joined Sniper Platoon 2LI. We instantly became solid friends, as we shared similar interests and lived near each other in Co Durham. He was known as a bit of a ‘Del Boy' in Battalion and never failed to make me laugh with stories of his latest money-making schemes.
We used to spend many a night at the car auctions where we would dream about being able to afford a posh ‘Beemer' or Merc. He was an awesome soldier, relaxed but professional at the same time, he never flapped and always knew exactly what he was doing. He attacked jobs that needed doing with the strength of ten men and in so doing inspired both those under and above his command to do the same.
As well as being an awesome soldier, Lee was also a fiercely devoted family man, and my thoughts are with his wife Leeanne, his two girls Ginalee and Morgan, and his unborn child due this summer.
I feel privileged to have known him for the time that I did.He's irreplaceable. I miss you mate, and I'll never forget you.
-- Lance Corporal Johnny Cassell
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote To write this eulogy is hard for me. Corporal Brownson, Browny was a motivator and successful at what he did. He always made us work hard in all that we did, because he knew what the Army was about, he also wanted us all to be a success in this regiment. If you ask anyone about Browny they will tell you he is one of a kind. Corporal Brownson will always be in our hearts. We will always remember him.
-- Rifleman Jerome Cupid
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote In memory of Corporal Lee Brownson: words can't even describe how tragic Corporal Brownson's death is; he was my section commander and a well-known face to everyone. He always led by example and wanted us to be as good as him one day.
When I was on patrol with him I always felt safe, he just used to say Take your time mate, no rush. My heart goes out to his wife and kids, we will do as much as we can to help. Rest in peace mate, you will always be in our hearts and always on our minds.
-- Sam Glasby
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Gone but not forgotten. Browny was a good and kind man who everyone looked at like a father figure. He was funny, caring and always looked after the lads, making sure we were ready for anything out in the field.
He motivated us and gave us all courage. Every time I looked at him I smiled, and I used to say to him Browny I really love you to which he would always reply I love you too Sanneh and I will look after you all the way to the end of the tour.
-- Rifleman Lamin Sanneh
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Corporal Brownson, known to his friends as Browny, was my section commander. He wouldn't tell anyone to do anything he wouldn't do himself, and he led by example. He always had a smile on his face, and I always looked to him if I needed help. I remember when we were confirming an IED that I had found and all this smoke started coming out of the ground, so Browny shouted Run! and we all scurried away, before bursting into uncontrollable laughter.
That's the kind of man he was, a bubbly person who always saw the bright side during the worst of tasks. This is why I respected him, not just as my commander but also as a friend. He will be bitterly missed and my thoughts are with his family. Rest in peace mate, we'll all remember you.
-- Rifleman Eddie Foster
18.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Browny, where do I start? I first met him when he came to A Company before Kosovo in 2008. He was an awesome soldier and an even better commander. He would always look out for his section and put us before himself.
It is a terrible loss to us as a Platoon but we know that he will always play a part in our lives as he made us the way we are now. It's devastating but even more so for the family he left behind. Our thoughts go to Leeanne, Ginalee and Morgan.
-- Rifleman Tom Robson
19.01.2010 : Roxanne Micheals wrote I did not have the honour of knowing Lee Brownson, however every individual in this country have had the great honour of knowing what a courageous, brave, selfless individual he was.On Saturday 13th September 2008 my daughter Victoria's brother L/CPL Nicky Mason was sadly killed whilst serving in Afghanistan. We share the pain that Lee's family, and friends are experiencing. May you all find the strength and courage that Lee possessed to help you through this sad, difficult time. God bless you all, heartfelt condolences,

PTE Roxanne Micheals (TA soldier).x
22.01.2010 : Andrew Bellis wrote My heart is bleeding for your loss. My nephew is currently out at Hells' for his first tour. You are all in my heart and in my thoughts.
03.02.2010 : john bailey wrote I attended the funeral today and was quite overcome with emotion but i would be very proud of lees family as lee was, as explained one of a kind and it came over to me that he was a great husband dad and cousin and brother, my family are very close and in thesetimes that is how strength is drawn this will stay with me for a very long time but i think leanne and the children and loved ones should be very proud of him, his job as a soldier only makes us realise that there are people out there making us a little safer keep strong and smile when you can with the memories you have of that special person who came close to my heart today. john bailey crook.
04.02.2010 : wayne Turner wrote Never more than a thought away.

Lee when i think about times gone past i smile the bannter was second to none .

Playing cards into the small hours and your money making ideas never failed to make me smile.

all my love goes to your family at this painful time.


you will be missed and never forgot.


.T.Turner
04.02.2010 : andrew ferguson wrote I lost touch with every 1 when i left the army,but always thought what the lads were up to,i did a couple of tours in ireland,and kosovo,from 1998 till 2001 with browney.we made friends quick,and when i needed a lift home at the weekend you gave me 1,i past my driving test,then we went to ireland again,when we got bk,you took me round some car dealers near you and i bought my first car with you,ill never forget that,you got it alot cheeper than it was for me,l left the army,we stayed intouch for a while on the phone then we driffterd apart,it was a sad day to hear you had gone when i hear on the news,still carnt beleave you have gone,rip browny mate
Lee Brownson

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