Aquante’ Lee Braswell

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Aquante’ lee Braswell, age 30 (known to many as Q) was born on August 17, 1989 in Columbus, ohio. The lord sent an angel for Aquante’ who transitioned this life on the evening of May 13, 2020 at Hermann Memorial SW Hospital in Houston, Texas. Aquante’ was a graduate of Brookhaven High School, then he continued his education at Texas southern university in Houston, Texas. Aquante’ was employed by Teleperformance in Ohio who transferred him to Texas.

Aquante’ grew up around all sports and was known to master any challenge that came his way. Q was very athletic from the time he started to walk. At the tender age of 4 years old, Q started playing organized little league basketball & football. Q continued playing basketball throughout his childhood life with City league recreation to 3-on-3 Gus Maker’s to AAU to high school.

In 2001 he was a Jr. Olympic Silver Glove Champ, his boxing training was out of Lula Pearl Douglas recreation center under Vonzell Johnson.

In 2006 he was awarded his 1st degree black belt in karate under Hanshi Rick Moore at the Rick Moore academy.

In 2006/2007 he attended both years on Coach Ginn College Bus Tour – visiting 13 colleges/universities in 13 days. All football combines were hosted by Coach Ted Ginn, Sr, the bus departed from Glenville High School in Cleveland, Ohio – 2007 Q was named Captain of the Tour Bus.

In 2007 he attended an All-Combine Team Camp in Cincinnati, Ohio for football.

In 2008 during his tenure at Brookhaven High School, he played on the basketball team, he played as quarterback(QB) on the football team, starting QB on JV team and then his senior year Q was the starting QB for Brookhaven, Q became an avid bowler from youth to high school to adulthood. also as a senior the City Schools implemented the bowling leagues. As co-captain of Brookhaven Bowling team, Q’s average was 208 in high school. This was the first inaugural year for Columbus City Schools, where his team did exceptionally well. Setting team records that were hard to beat.

Aquante’ leaves to cherish his memories a son Aden Lee Braswell, his parents Eddie Lee & Aprill Lateef Braswell, brother Ansuan l. Jackson, sister Anee’ L. Braswell, cousin Kevin S. Braswell, god-sisters Tierra (Brandon) Jackson & Akeya Wright, aunts Angela L. Jackson & Kim Braswell (Anthony Neal), god-mom Yvette Dimmy, special friend to family H. Leonard (Dorothy) Strong and a host of relatives and friends. 

Aquante’ joins the heavenly party by his side is his grandparents Eddie Lee (Annette) Braswell, Sr, Naomi Braswell, Svengalii “Guy” Jackson, & Wannetta O’Bannon Jackson, uncles Kevin Braswell & Anayka L. Jackson, cousins Robert “Ice” Braswell & Antoine L. Neal they all in that special place behind the White Pearly Gates.

Public Viewing Sunday May 31, 2020 5:00PM-6:00PM at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave.

Private Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Monday, June 1, 2020 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave.

Mask & Gloves are mandatory.

Interment at Evergreen Burial Park.

Condolence Messages

  1. Champagne BRASWELL

    Such a beautiful life take waaaayyy tooo soon. Love you cuzzo. The world has become a little darker without your presence.

  2. The Walton, Sherry, Terhon, Tanei, and Ronx2

    We would like to offer our condolences to your family. Q’ was always a very nice and sweet young man I never seen him with a frown on his face always always very pleasant, you guys raised him well, he will always have a special place in our hearts

  3. Our hearts goes out to the family as you prepare to say goodbye to your love one. May your good and happy memories and remembering the love that God has for you comfort you and bring you peace during this time of sorrow. Thinking of you all.

  4. Wilhelmina Washington

    My heart is heavy as we say goodbye to one of God’s son’s. Please know that we are hear for you and your family during this trying time and beyond. May you find peace and solace in our outpouring of love for you.
    May God give you the peace that you seek!

  5. Nicole Black Jackson

    I was so sad to hear of Q’s passing. He was open and welcoming to me when I met him after marrying into the Jackson family. He was truly loved by my husband, his uncle, Anayka. The Black family sends love and prayers.

  6. Debbie Dunaway

    we send our luv, prayers and condolences to u the Braswell family, only God knows all the answers, keep praying..we luv u all…from: Edward, Shontae, and Debbie Dunaway

  7. Terri & Calvin Higgins

    My Darling Aprill, Eddie & Family,
    Our hearts are so very heavy for you all & please know our Prayers & Sincere ❤️ Love is with you Forever.
    Calvin & Terri Higgins

  8. The Edwards Family

    Please know that you are in our prayers. Q was very special to Marta’. We wrap our arms around you and pray for you everyday. “RIH Q….love you man“

  9. Tracy Coleman

    Our condolences go out to the Braswell family. Q was special..We will miss his million dollar smile and confidence. The Coleman family. Rest young King rest!

  10. Carla Williams

    Sending my condolences to my Ohio family. We will miss cousin Aquante. Our prayers & comfort are with you on tomorrow. Love your Florida family!!! Carla Williams & Family

  11. Eddie, Aprill & family,
    I am so sorry for your lost. Q was a very nice young man. Always smiling and very respectful.
    Please know that the memories of Q will always
    Keep him here with you. Trust in the Lord to give you the strength to get through this. Praying for
    you and the family.
    Love & Prayers
    Ms. Sylvia

  12. Jesse and Andrea Barrett

    Jesse and Andrea Barrett wish to let Eddie and April and the entire Braswell Family know that we stand with you virtually as you send your beloved son to Heaven to be with The Lord. We never understand why God chooses whom He chooses, but you know that He chose one of the best. May you be comforted in knowing that we love you and are praying mightily for your strength on THIS day and the days to come. The pain may lessen, but the memories will never leave you. Hold on to those memories and they will help you through. God Bless and Keep You All in His Precious Care.

  13. Lora and Roland Franklin

    Our condolences to the Braswell family. Keeping you and the family in our prayers during this difficult time. Q, you will be missed.

  14. Bernie and Sherita Jennings

    My deepest condolences cuzzins. Sending love and prayers.

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