Mr. Dwight Townes unexpectedly went home to be with The Lord peacefully in his sleep, January 23, 2022, at his home in Mt. Jackson VA.

Born November 18, 1968, in Newark New Jersey to Betty Brown and Frank Townes. Then raised by his grandparents Ollie and Tinnie Brown after his mother's passing when he was 6 years old.  He lived in New Jersey till moving to Virginia in 2016.

His passing leaves behind his loving partner Donnetta Trawick. Together they built a successful restaurant in the heart of Broadway VA. Townes Homemade BBQ was his dream brought to life. A legacy he created to show love and compassion to anyone through food and customer service. Anyone that met him knew he had a genuine heart to serve. Everyone was family! He also leaves behind 3 children: Tarique Stevens, Tashai Stevens, Tevin Stevens all of Trenton New Jersey. He was the mentor and stepfather to Elijah Trawick of Mt Jackson and Orion Trawick of Farmville VA.  Brother to 4 sisters: Debbie Middleton who preceded him in death, Wanda Middleton of Trenton NJ, Cynthia Middleton of Greensboro NC, Kisha Middleton-Fletcher of Trenton NJ, and 1 brother Frank Townes of Ewing NJ. 3 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and 1 living aunt Barbara Raglnd in Trenton NJ.

He was known for his contagious wide smile, his love for people, Philadelphia Eagles, and the 76ers. He was a worship singer, an elegant speaker of God's word, a prayer warrior, an entrepreneur, and proud of the life he had created.  He was a master in the kitchen and loved to share his passion with everyone.

There will be a celebration of life Monday January 31, 2022, at 6:45 pm at Greatest Freedom Ministries. Located 3004 Twin Oaks Drive, Harrisonburg Virginia.

In lieu of flowers the family is accepting donations to offset the unexpected funeral expenses via GoFundMe or in person at the church service.