Anina A. Brown

Anina Antoinette Brown, affectionately known as “Nina,” was the first-born daughter of the late Horace and Maxine Brown. She was born on February 27, 1961 in Baltimore, Maryland and peacefully departed this life on November 8, 2025.

Anina’s life was one filled with love, dedication, and purpose. From an early age, she displayed an unwavering commitment to family, faith, and service. Her compassionate heart and steadfast spirit touched everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Anina’s professional journey was one of remarkable devotion and achievement in law enforcement. She faithfully served in the Department of Public Safety at Bowie State

University, where she became a respected and beloved member of the campus community. Following her retirement from Bowie State University, Nina continued her dedication to law enforcement by joining Becton Dickinson and Company, where she proudly served as Corporal Anina Brown for nine years. Her professionalism, discipline, and integrity were evident in every aspect of her work.

Throughout her distinguished career, Nina received numerous awards and honors recognizing her outstanding service and leadership. She was the recipient of several citations for exceptional leadership, exemplary service, and dedication to law enforcement at Bowie State University. Her achievements were acknowledged by notable figures including Congressman Elijah Cummings, Senator Catherine Pugh and Governor Larry Hogan who each presented her with official commendations. Nina was also honored by Chapter 47 and the Maryland Classified Employees Association (MCEA) for over 30 years of exceptional service.

Outside of her professional life, Nina was known for her lively personality and hands-on spirit. She found joy in washing every car in sight, keeping her yard immaculate, and true to her role as the family matriarch telling her family exactly what to do. She loved fishing, working with her hands, restaurant hopping and laughter with her dear friend of 46 years, Ms. Janice Jones.

Nina’s role as the matriarch of her family was the priority in her life. Her selflessness and commitment to assisting and protecting her family members meant everything to her. She put the needs of those she cared for ahead of her own more times than not. If she thought you needed something, she made it her business to get it for you. Her compassion for others was insurmountable, and she offered help whenever she saw a need.

Nina’s strength, wisdom, and sense of humor brought light and laughter into every room she entered. She will be remembered for her unwavering love of family, her strong sense of duty, and her ability to turn ordinary moments into unforgettable memories.

Nina leaves to cherish her memory her sisters, Mary (Tina), Arleen, and Denita “Zsa” (Chuck); her uncles, Sonny Horne and John D. Glover; special loved ones, Mickey and Debbie Gross; her one and only goddaughter, Charrissa Lynnae; nieces, Antonia “Fush” (Leonard), Wynter “Noni”, Kia, Shakeia, Shennell, and Chantel; only nephew, Aaron; two godsons, Christopher and Terrell “Mookie”; one great niece, Aaryn; two great nephews, Isaiah and Ian; five grandchildren, Jordan Simone “Jordo”, Jaden “Runt”, Jaelyn “Lil Meanie”, and Jasmyn “The Mother” and Nicholas; one great grand, Harleigh Simone “Lil Doe”; Janice Jones; her childhood and lifelong friend, Pam Willie; her forever friends, La’Vel (Bell) and LaShelle (Three The Hard Way); special friend Garard. Nina also leaves a host of cousins, extended family, friends and loved ones who will forever hold her in their hearts.