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Edward G. Brown
Edward G. Brown, 92, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away peacefully on
Saturday, August 29, 2020, at Van Crest Nursing Home in Eaton, Ohio.
He was born on March 2, 1928, in Racine, Wisconsin, to the late Norman
and Della (Nichols) Brown.
In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by his
brother, Donald A. Brown; his sister, Barbara J. Brown; and his nephew,
Michael A. Brown.
Edward entered the U.S. Navy in 1945, serving as a Fireman Second Class
on the USS YFD 6. Upon honorable discharge in 1947, he entered the U.S.
Army for two years, serving as a Corporal in the general army. Edward
had a passion for flying and was a flight instructor for single engine
aircraft. He worked at the East Richmond Airport for many years. Edward
was also a farmer for many years and operated a trucking service before
retiring.
Edward is survived by his wife of 70 years, Miriam L. (Knox) Brown; his
four sons, Ed (Barb) Brown of Eaton, David (Linda) Brown of Germantown,
Ohio, Doug (Tammy) Brown of New Madison, Ohio, and Robert (Brenda)
Brown of Greenville, Ohio; his grandchildren, Christie Barker, Kelly
(Matt) Pease, Anthony (Kim) Brown, Kimberly (Jesse) Cunningham, Laura
Melling, Justin Brown, Doug Brown, and Tiffany (Nick) Thomas and
Lindsey (James) Allen; his 18 great grandchildren and 4 great-great
grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.
A graveside service, with full military honors, will take place at 2:00
P.M. on Friday, September 4, 2020, at Spring Lawn Cemetery in New
Paris, Ohio, with Pastor Tony Price officiating. Burial will follow.
Edward's family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with the
arrangements.
Online condolences and Hugs-From-Home may be shared with the family by
visiting www.Tributefuneralhomes.com
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