Eugene (Gene) F. Brown, Jr., age 62, of Sullivan, MO, a loving husband, caring father, adoring grandfather, crazy uncle and faithful friend passed away peacefully on January 8, 2017. He was surrounded by his family as he entered into the arms of Jesus. He was born on November 28, 1954, in St. Louis, MO, to the late Eugene and Irene (Schmied) Brown. He married the love of his life, Nancy L. (Gherardi) Brown, January 26, 1974. They had three children, Dustin J. Brown, Angela C. (Chester) Kell, and Christopher M. (Melissa) Brown. Gene was blessed with five grandchildren, Tristan, Haillie, Aubrie and Taylor Brown and Chloe Kell. The bond he had with his siblings, Nancy (Cliff) Rousseau and Donald (Kim) Brown never wavered.
Gene’s credo was God, Family and Country. He was proud and honored to serve in the United States Marine Corps (Semper Fi), dedicated employee in the printing industries for 30 years, loved the freedom of motorcycle riding, enjoyed woodworking and was deeply passionate about his family.
Everyone in the family will miss his hugs, his jokes, his love and his wisdom. He was an example of strength throughout his life and his legacy will continue to live on in those he leaves behind.
A Memorial Service was held at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Sullivan, Missouri, on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. Private family Graveside Service will follow at Jefferson Barracks, St. Louis, MO.
The family wishes to show appreciation to the many friends, Mercy Hospice Team, St. Matthew and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church for the prayers, kindness and concern they relentlessly demonstrated throughout this process. At the family’s request, in lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorials to The BackStoppers.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Eaton Funeral Home of Sullivan.