Danny Howard Brown's Obituary
Danny Howard Brown, 69, of Mooresville, NC passed away on October 5, 2016, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresville.
He was born on April 22, 1947 in Derita, NC and was the son of the late James Cecil and Henrietta Stephens Brown. He was a graduate of North Mecklenburg High School; served in the US Army; retired from Bealer Wholesale with over 34 years of service. Other employment includes Gibson’s Grocery, Edgecomb Steel, Bost Bakeries and Arnold Bread.
Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Linda Burrows Brown; son, Eddie L. Brown of Cornelius; sister-in-laws Kay D. Brown of Mooresville, Gwendolyn “Gerri” M. Brown of Charlotte and Linda G. Brown of Charlotte; nieces and nephews, David Brown and wife Jeannie of Lincolnton, Debbi “Punkin” Leonard of Troutman, Susie Brooks and husband Roger of Charlotte, Jody Brown and wife Beverly of Huntersville and Louanne Simpson and husband Floyd of Locust; and “The Boys”- numerous great nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brothers, William C., Jerry E. and Fred A. Brown; father-in-law, Robert D. Burrows, Sr.; mother-in-law, Ethel H. Burrows; and brother-in-law, Robert D. Burrows, Jr.
Funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016, at 2:00 PM, at Oak Grove United Methodist Church, where he was a member for over 50 years, with Rev. Robert Roten officiating and will be assisted by Rev. Harry Queen and Rev. Andy Conderd. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn West Cemetery in Charlotte.
The family will receive friends on Friday, October 7, 2016, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at James Funeral Home in Huntersville.
Memorials may be made to the fund of your choice to: Oak Grove UMC (or Kleb’s Kids), 6440 Old Statesville Road, Charlotte, NC 28269 or Rocky Mount UMC, 1739 Perth Road, Mooresville, NC 28117.
You were the “Love of my life”; You were Eddie’s “Daddy” – not just a father; You were Henrietta’s baby boy and Jim’s trouble; You were the little brother, always getting into trouble; You were Kay’s little brother; You were Frank’s other brother; You were Bob’s other son; You were everyone at Bealer’s friend, although sometimes their “pain in the neck”, and they were family to you. When you retired, you always thought about them; You said you were Dr. Bundy’s problem patient, you cared so much for him, and all the nurses; You were “Danny Claus”; You made us laugh-you were our rock-our foundation; You gave so much, and asked for so little; You never judged, just loved; You loved the “Rock”, but just couldn’t give up the “Oak”; You cried inside, and loved outside. You lost, but never stopped loving; Today our hearts are broken-but we will “cherish” the good memories you gave us forever; Rest in peace-my love-in God’s house-with all of those you loved who left first and save us a seat.
James Funeral Home of Huntersville is serving the family of Mr. Brown and online condolences can be made to jamesfuneralhomelkn.com.
What’s your fondest memory of Danny?
What’s a lesson you learned from Danny?
Share a story where Danny's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Danny you’ll never forget.
How did Danny make you smile?