Thomas Lewis Brown

Thomas Lewis Brown, born in DuBois, Pennsylvania

September 24th, 1940 – June 1st, 2026

Wife Orinda Ruggles Brown, married on December 23rd, 1968

A decorated United States Navy veteran, he served three tours during

the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he enjoyed a long

career with the Norton Company before retiring. He was an avid

softball enthusiast who found great joy in watching his granddaughter,

Kadie, play throughout the years. Together, they shared a love for LSU

Softball and spent countless hours cheering on their favorite team. He

treasured each of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, taking

pride in their accomplishments and cherishing the unique relationships

he shared with each of them. He also enjoyed fishing and had a special

love for Christmas, a season he celebrated with childlike enthusiasm

year after year. One of his favorite traditions was watching Hallmark's

Christmas in July movies, which brought him just as much joy as the

holiday season itself. Above all, he loved his family deeply and

treasured every moment spent with those he held dear.

Preceded in death by his parents, Marie and Thomas Brown, and sister,

Shirley Berry of Elyria, Ohio. Daughter, Marlie O’Hara of Lorraine,

Ohio, and great-granddaughter, Charleigh Ryan, of Phoenix, Arizona.

He is survived by his loving wife, Orinda, of almost fifty-eight years. His

daughters, Tammie Houston of Lorraine, Ohio, Daena Brown Sullens and husband, Grady, and Charolai Brown; his sons, Tomy Brown and wife, Karen, and William "Bill" Brown. In addition to his children, he leaves behind eleven grandchildren

and eight great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Drive, Gainesville, Georgia 30504 is in charge of the arrangements.

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