Mr. William James Brown, 49, of Charlotte, passed away on July 20, 2016 at his residence.  Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 25, 2016 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.  Visitation will begin at 12 noon until 1:00 p.m.   Burial will follow at Greater Unity A.M.E. Zion Church.