Darin Ray Brown, 38, of Acton, MT went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday April 6, 2013 as he was flying home from the Wolf Point farm. He was born on July 2, 1974 to Dennis and Evonne Brown in Wolf Point.
Darin grew up on the family farm as the second of three boys and lived life with the motto of working hard and playing just as hard. He loved to build and create which resulted in many learning experiences, many of which ended him up in the ER and on the prayer chain. Darin loved farm life, riding motorcycles, driving fast, basketball and especially the cattle and animals. He fell in love with flying and at age 16, earned his pilot’s license. In spite of his adventuresome spirit, he had a tender heart especially towards the Lord and asked Jesus to take away his sins at the age of four.
He graduated from Lustre Christian High School in 1992 as valedictorian and went on to Montana State where he majored in Ag Tech. and minored in computers. At college, he fell in love with his future farm girl, Sarah Kelm, and they were married on Nov. 23, 1996. After graduation, he took her home to continue farming with his brothers and dad, with his main area being cattle. There, he started the bull sales for Brown Angus Ranch. Darin was especially skilled in mechanics, welding, building, family relations and jobs that were high and dangerous. In 2007, Darin left the cattle and made the transition to farming in Acton, MT where he enjoyed more time working along side his dad.
Darin was blessed with his five kids and loved to include them in his everyday work, especially working with and training his boys in farm responsibilities and in being young men of Godly character. Darin was always ready for wrestling with his kids, games, playing ball and snuggling with his girls. He loved reading, days on the lake skiing, visiting with friends, skiing, a good debate and anything competitive. Sarah and his kids were blessed first hand by his integrity, deep love for them and his joy in life.
Aside from farming, Darin loved the Lord deeply which motivated him as he enjoyed many years of challenging kids in his Lustre Sunday School class and entertaining them with many stories of his adventures, accidents and scars. From high school on, he spent many years teaching Awana kids, counseling at Beacon Bible Camp, leading a small group at church and was in his second term on the kids’ school board in Broadview.
Darin left behind his wife Sarah and their five children Michael, Zachary, Joshua, Grace and Hannah as well as his parents Dennis and Evonne, his brothers Robert (Yvonne)Brown, Jason (Stephanie) Brown, 21 nieces and nephews including two he loved but hadn’t met yet from Haiti, his grandparents Norbert and Alice Unger and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Darin’s passion for Heaven was made real and there he was reunited with his grandparents, Les and Helen Brown.
Celebrations of Darin’s life will be on Thursday April 11, 2013 at 2 pm at Faith Evangelical Church in Billings. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 12, 2013 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. Funeral services will be held in Lustre on Saturday April 13, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. and his burial will be held at the Mennonite Brethren Church Cemetery following the service. Memorial gifts can be given to Lustre Christian High School (294 Lustre Rd., Lustre, MT 59225) and/or Mission Aviation Fellowship (P.O. Box 47, Nampa, ID 83653). Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point and Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City are in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m.
Thursday April 11, 2013
Faith Evangelical Church
3145 Sweet Water Drive
Billings, Montana 59102
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday April 12, 2013
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Saturday April 13, 2013
Lustre Christian High School Gymasium
10:30 a.m.
Lustre, Montana
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m.
Thursday April 11, 2013
Faith Evangelical Church
3145 Sweet Water Drive
Billings, Montana 59102
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday April 12, 2013
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Saturday April 13, 2013
Lustre Christian High School Gymasium
10:30 a.m.
Lustre, Montana
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Clint & Gaylene Casterline says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! So sorry for your loss!
Omega Wrights says
Praying for family and friends to comfort you,
Faith to uphold you,
and loving memories to heal your hearts.
So sorry to hear of your loss…
May the Lord be with you all, and may you rejoice and find peace in knowing we will be with him again someday…
Ed and Lena Hoch says
May the Lord be with your family as you seek to do his will without dad and father. The lord has his reason for taking him home . But we have the assurance that we will see him in glory. God give you peace during this time.
Jonathan Skillman says
Darin was some one I looked up to way back in High School. He and his brothers gave me many rides to and from school, played basketball with me and helped cultivate my passion for waterskiing. (First time up on one ski was with Darin towing me. Then he dumped me in the cold river.) I lived with Darin for a short time in college and caught a few rides to and from Lustre. I was at Sarah and Darins wedding as well. Hard to believe he is gone. Our hearts hurt for Sarah and the kids and all of the rest of the family.
Jenny M. Gertge says
I am sorry for your lost!
I been praying for Sarah,kids and all family!
Wanda Horn says
Dennis, Evonne and family — my heart is breaking for you. May God’s peace surround and uphold you in all these hard days.
Irwin and Erma Penner says
We are praying for you Darin’s family. We are hurting so much with you. We know Darin is with the Lord and that is a comfort but we will miss him very much. It is so wonderful of reading what a good menter he was to so many people. May the Lord comfort you.
We love you all. Irwin and Erma Penner
Jerry & Andrea Friesen says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time in your life. We take comfort in knowing the our God is a God of love and He will bring comfort in this time of need.
John Klaassen says
We sorry with you in your sorrow, yet we know that our sorrow is not without hope. We anticipate the time when you as a family are reunited with our savior.
Russ & Lani Badgett & Family says
We are so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how we feel. Just know that we are thinking of you and offer our deepest sympathy. You are all so strong in your faith, as is Darin. For that we give thanks.
Janet Stiles says
It was an honor to know Darin and to watch him touch the lives of others. My heart aches for the loss the family is suffering, and I continue to pray for comfort and strength.
Justin & Christina Blessinger says
Darin was a wonderful, thoughtful, and smart man, and he shared the gifts God gave him with all who knew him. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Dennis & Juanita (Schultes) Simonich says
Dennis & Evonne
Our hearts hurt for you. Even though we did not know Darin, we know that he has left a enormous hole in the family. There really are no words so we send our prayers and Christian love.
Peggy Smith Handran says
Class of ’83….
I remember a bright eyed vivacious little boy…looks like he grew up to be a wonderful young man. I am saddened by your loss….May the Peace of God which passes all understanding be with you and guide your hearts. May you feel His presence in a way that man cannot comprehend..
Steve & Bonnie Heidner says
Darin was a such a great person and Godly man. Darin’s character, integrity and a love for people was evident in all aspects of his life. His loss sent shockwaves to all those who’s lives have been touched by Darin in his short time here on this earth. Our hearts pour out to Sarah and family during this very difficult time.
karyl and geneva rauch says
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Christy (Decker) Milard says
Praying for you and your sweet family Sarah. So sorry to hear about your loss. My heart hurts for you guys and you will continue to be in my prayers.
Kenna J Kruger-Bauer says
Brown Family,
Sorry to hear of this devastating loss. God will be with you all as you struggle to adjust to the days, weeks, months and years ahead without Darin. Our prayers are with you all. Psalm 119:76 May your unfailing love be my comfort,according to your promise to your servant.
Jodi Schuelke says
I am praying for Sarah and Their 5 kids! I am so very sorry for your loss! He has victory in Heaven! Sarah I dont no if you remember me but you and your kids are on my heart!
Jake and Cheryl Fladager says
Brown Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Gerry and Bonnie Unrau says
Know that our thoughts, tears, and prayers are with you all. We are praying that the Lord will be your strength and comfort through this difficult time. Darin will be missed!
Louis and Helen Hoffman says
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We have always admired the way that the brothers worked together in their farming. And in reading the obituary it was a joy to read of Darin’s many ways of serving the Lord. Our hearts were heavy when we received word from Grandma Alice. We are praying for the family that God will comfort you and that you will enjoy the memories of the life he lived.
Gabby Pierre says
I am so sorry for your loss. I heard about the accident and didn’t think too much of it because I did not know Darin. The next day when I attended church it brought me to tears to see all the people in such sorrow at the passing of what seemed like a wonderful man. When I stopped to think I was like why am I crying I never did get to know Darin. I asked a church member and was told that I knew him through all of the family members and people who shared their memories. I wish I did get to know Darin because he seemed like such an amazing person. R.I.P Darin, I hope to meet you one day.
Dan, Denise, and Tevan Brown says
Sarah,
KNOW that God has laid your family on our hearts and we are praying for you individually and as a family. Our hearts are broken for your loss of Darin but our God knows the plans He has for your family. We are committed to lift you and the kids up in prayer every time God brings you to mind. Right now may God give you a supernatural peace. Remember sometimes that He wants you to “just breathe” . That’s from a song I heard on Klove and it ministered to me.
Lifting you up in prayer,
Dan, Denise, & Tevan Brown
Johnny Rosado says
Darin was a reflection of Christ! A friend, and a brother. He will be missed here, but heaven is rejoicing. Know that God has a plan, and many lives will be changed through this. Brown Family, may The Lord guide you and bless you in this difficult time. Much Love and compassion
Johnny and Sara Rosado
Justin and Jana Vegge says
We are sorry to hear about your loss and are praying for your strength during this tough time.
Aunt Sharon says
Oh Sarah. I am so glad we got to visit with all of you last fall. Looking forward to hugs with all of you. Just as Darin’s life gave glory to our Lord, so did your writing. Love you.
Frank & Ethel Wiens says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the families. Often heard the grandparents speak with great joy about Darin & their shared joys.,
Curtis Vande Sandt says
Sarah, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I think back on how both you and Darin were so involved with the Lustre community and church. There was a time when the dorm kids were invited to paintball at the farm. I often think about that moment.
SHARON SUTTON MOYER says
My prayer for you is Deut. 33:27
.”….The eternal God is your refuge and underneath are the everlasting arms.”
May you feel His arms carrying you through this sorrow.
Nicholas Rauch says
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in your loss. I remember so many fun times with Darin on the school bus and playing together near our farms. He will be missed!
Riley and Carolyn Shimmin says
We are so saddened by your loss of Darin. We rejoice with you that he is with the Lord, and will continue to uphold all of you in prayer as you are walking through this difficult time.
Jackie says
Brown Family:
You are in my thoughts and prayers! Was just learning to know and love Darin but he will be missed.
Yellowstone FSA
Sylvia Grindley says
I read Darin’s obituary this morning and my heart was filled with sadness for all of you, his precious wife, children, parents and friends. On April 11, 1974, I lost my husband of ten years and my brother in an airplane accident. My two children were ages 5 & 7 at the time. Although we never understand why these bad things happen, we do have a God who loves us and provides for our comfort. Someday we will understand. My prayer is that you will be comforted as you hold each other and as you share the precious memories of your beloved Darin.
Janet, John, Cameron & Josie Griffin says
Dear family,
Our hearts break for you and we cannot imagine the depths of your pain. You are all in our thoughts and prayers to give your strength and courage to bear this sadness. Darin made quite a swath in life! My kids remember him so vividly from the reunion at A. Maxines. He made a difference in life and really lived.
Stella Edwards says
You do not know me but your in my thoughts and prayers. We will be upholding your family in prayer at our prayer group today. Trusting God to ease your pain and be there in all the areas you have need of. God BLESS you and yours!
Brody Rauch says
My wife and I are praying for you, Sarah, and the kids especially, but also for the entire family. We can’t fully imagine or understand what you must be feeling or thinking, but we do know that God is above it all and in it all and He will carry you through. We know from Rom. 8:28, that God works all things together for good for those who are His own, and we know that Darin was a mature, godly man who loved Christ and didn’t hide that. We pray that God will work through all of this and that you will see Him working and feel His arm of comfort and strength.
Tana (Peabody) Walker (79) says
I pray for comfort, grace and peace for all families and friends. Somehow God will be glorified through this and you will KNOW He does all things well.
Larry & Sharon Sidders says
Our deepest sympathy…to your whole family. May the love of your friends give you comfort and the love of our Lord give you peace through your sorrow…In Him…Larry and Sharon Sidders from Grace Bible Church in Bozeman
Donn & Debbie Schutt says
We are so sorry for all of the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!
Jim & Carolyn Nepstad says
Dear Sarah & family,
We don’t know how to express our sorrow for you. We will continue to pray for all of you. We know your wonderful parents Ardie & Roy and pray for their safe travel to be with you and your children.
May you all feel God’s comfort and peace.
Jim & Carolyn Nepstad from Grace Bible Church
tammy and kelly hall says
We pray the Lord wraps you in the warmth of the Holy Spirit. We pray He lifts you up and carries you through this time of unbearable loss.
Ode and Wendy Stene says
As we continue to pray for you Sarah and your beautiful 5 kids, we know that Darin is in heaven with JESUS being the crazy adventurous Godly man he was. Darin left the best legacy he could’ve and that being that he lived his faith everyday and in everyway! Those beautiful kids are a perfect example of his love for JESUS. May you feel JESUS closer than you ever have as you walk through each day now. We love you!
Deanna Austin (88) says
I remember Darin as a camper at Beacon Bible camp. He was a good boy. I also have fond memories of going to the Browns after church. I am praying for the entire Brown family.
Patti (Green) Ireland says
Sarah, I have never met you, but my mom (Lyla Green) and her sisters sold you their farm. My heart goes out to you and your family. Your loss is so great. It sounds like Darin was an amazing Christian. We do not grieve like those who don’t know the Lord. Yet, we do grieve. I pray that God will wrap you and your family in His loving arms and give you peace.
Kelli Klein says
I didn’t know this fine young man but what a blessing it was to read that he was such a wonderful Christian son, husband, and father. Someday I wIll meet him in Heaven. MY thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Jerry and Debbie Reddig says
Dennis, Evonne, & Family
We were sorry to hear about your loss of Darin. You are in our thoughts and prayers. 2 Timothy 4: 7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
Jerry and Joyce Strobel says
Sarah and family and extended family,
You are not going to know us but I quickly knew that I would love you as I read Darin’s obituary.
What a blessing to the Lord Jesus you all are as you wrote such a tribute to our Savior and to your Husband. May you be upheld in every way in the strength, power, and compassion of God Almighty. Jerry and I will keep you in our prayers, Jerry and Joyce Strobel
Volborg, Montana
Nathan Korns says
I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Darin’s accident. It is times like these when we need to rely more fully on God’s comfort and love only He can provide. I remember Darin as a fun loving, hard working farm boy who seemed to take time for anyone. May God comfort and be near to his family and extended family through these extremely tough times. There is a reason for everything, we will know it some day. Glad we know Darin is with his creator at this time. Glad to have known this great man.
Ron & Barb Adair says
Sarah and Kelm Family,
We pray that God’s loving arms are being felt around you during this time of grief for you. We also pray that He will give you the strength you need, Sarah, to tarry on after all the family is gone. We remember both you and Darin from GBC.
May God bless you and your children as you continue to live your life for Him.
Our Love, Ron & Barb Adair
Oliver Jergensen says
SORRY GREETING. Just wanted to contact you, and say I am so sorry of this loss. Micki, my late wife whom if miss tremendously would have felt badly with your loss. There will be no replacement and remember the good times, family, friends, support and hopefully through the days, months, years those good times will carry you on your journey through life. Bless you all, your fine and wonderful family and an so sorry to hear of this tremendous loss. Oliver Jergensen, Soap Lake, WA (prior Lake Bosworth) where we met all the KELMS
Barbara Perez says
We do not know each other. I work with Steve Trimble, who shared his sorrow with me on Monday morning when he came into work. He told me the sad news of the loss of Darin who was a lifelong friend of Steve’s brother. I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to Darin’s wife and children; you will be in our prayers and thoughts. I felt compelled to write to you because of the beautiful obituary Steve shared. Darin sounds like a good God-loving and serving person who seemed to be following Jesus’ example in the world, reaching out to others and living the way God directed him. I am certain he is in heaven and you will be with him once again. I wish you strength and peace.
Genna Granada says
My heart breaks with yours…yet rejoices in where Darin now resides. The prayers and thoughts of the entire Granada family are with you all as you grieve and also celebrate the wonderful man Darin became and still is. Nothing dropped to earth that day except the plane – Darin went to meet the Lord in the air – offering us all the hope and assurance as a result of an obedient and dedicated life to Christ. Our prayers are lifted for your strength and comfort.
Genna Granada – Billings, MT
Pete, Carol & Gene Granada – Frazer, MT
Ken and Kit Crandall says
Dear Sarah and families, may God’s grace cover you, His love assure you, and His comfort sooth your aching hearts. Your friends in Granite Falls are praying with you all.
Ken and Kit Crandall – Granite Falls, WA
Danielle (Hanson) Ahrendes says
Sarah, just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my prayers. May the LORD be your comfort.
Alan and Monika Kelm says
We are so sorry for your loss and find it hard to express our sorrow for you, your children and families. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Bollinger Family says
Praying for the Brown family that God’s love is surrounding you during this time of loss. Our hearts are saddened by this tragedy but may it be of comfort to realize that healing will come with Faith. Our prayers are with you all.
Lyle, Kathy, Ben and Heather, Jess and Will
J Johnson says
Dear Family and Friends of Darin Ray Brown, even though I did not personally know Mr. Brown, reading about his life was interesting and made me wish that I had known him. He had a variety of interests and added good to the lives of those who knew him. The loss of every human life is significant to me and should be valued by all. The Bible book of Hebrews reminds us that God does not forget all of the love and fine works shown by his servants (Heb 6:10). It was not God’s original purpose that mankind should suffer and die. At creation God was able to say that everything was “very good” (Gen 1:31) Death and imperfection was introduced through Adam’s disobedience (Genesis 2:17) and inherited by all mankind. Jesus’ sacrifice of his human life on earth again gave us hope of everlasting life and soon death will be no more (Revelation 21:4). Hopefully, faith in these Bible promises will ease the pain from this loss. Because of these promises we have reason to be hopeful and look forward to seeing Mr. Brown again in perfect health under Paradise conditions. We are also promised that the pain that we now experience with this loss “will not be called to mind.” (Isaiah 65:17) Meanwhile we have the opportunity to follow Jesus’ instruction to continue to take in Bible knowledge that leads to everlasting life (John 17:3).
Melva Foster says
Sarah…my heart goes out to you and your family. Even though I don’t know you….I had to let you know that almost 2 years ago…in June. Our daughter ‘s husband was tragically taken from us when a tree fell on his escavator that he was operating while helping his brother. He was about the same age as your husband. They have 3 children…right now their ages are 9, 6 and 4. I hope that someday you and my daughter could meet. I will be praying for you and your family. Your faith is what will get you through this. God be with you!! Melva
Jim Redekopp says
We are praying for you at this time of loss. We have fond memories of Darin, especially playing Pinochle and Risk with him on many a college night. May God strengthen and comfort you. “Trust in the Lord forever, for in God the Lord we have an everlasting Rock.” Isaiah 26:4
Jim and Sara Redekopp
Robert Lee says
What a shock. When I heard of Darin’s passing I had such mixed feelings: sadness, hope, grief, memories, regret, joy, reflection, re-evaluation, peace, humility… I remember the Darin described above – the shirtless inter-tube rides doing 60 mph behind a snowmobile, record times to Chico and water fights all evening – the boy just would not quit, risk games until 3 am, griddin’-ribbin’-swimmin’, long theology debates in the SUB, a bachelor party that should go into some kind of record book, and a friendly and encouraging face that could pick up a conversation and friendship 10 years interrupted like it was yesterday. It would be no shock to anyone who had not seen Darin for 20 years to hear of his faithfulness to God, family and the local church – You knew when you met him that he was for real. Many people pass from this life but few bring a smile and warm feelings every time their name is mentioned. Darin will always be one of the latter for me and many others. I humbly offer my prayers to the Brown’s and Kelm’s as they go through this time of loss and my help, in anyway I can, for beyond that.
John and Karen Unruh and girls says
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope and pray that many will come to Know Christ through Darins death.
Ivan Judson and Ann Snowberger says
Sarah, Michael, Zachary, Joshua, Grace and Hannah,
We remember you before the Lord: May Christ Jesus comfort your broken hearts. May He be present to you in new ways, drawing you near, touching you with his healing hands, and revealing himself through the profound favor of his love. May his strength be in you, peace that transcends all storm.
In faith and life,
Ivan, Ann, Hannah, and Isaiah
Three Forks, MT
Roy & Ronda Close says
We have no words to convey our feelings of the loss of Darin for your family. May Jesus provide strength, peace and refuge. We have been playing this song thinking of Darin, because it reminds us of the hope during those times of emptyness when grief overcomes. Roy and Ronda Close
http://www.elyrics.net/read/h/hymn-lyrics/because-he-lives-lyrics.html
Dale and Florence Funk says
Our hears hurt for you all. We pray the Lord will comfort you with His peace, surround you with His love and encourage you in His love with His presence. For I am the Lord your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, “Do not fear, I will help you.” Isaiah 41:13 Our deepest sympathy……
Jesse amd Doris Frank says
Sending loving thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
Heidi Yost says
I had the privilege of chaperoning kids with Darin at ATF one year. He was an amazing man, and I am honored to have known him. Sarah and Family, my prayers are for strength and a chance to GOD to show up in your lives in ways that you have never imagined. You are all so special to me, and I know that you are loved with an everlasting love. The legacy that Darin left is one of Faith and Family, and there will never be a doubt in anyone’s mind that he loved the LORD and his family. My prayers are with all of you.
Bill and Judy Mckinstry says
Our hearts and thoughts go out to the family for the homegoing of Darin.
My brother left the earth at the age of 23 and it is hard when it seems their
whole life was before them. Only God knows reasons at times for things.
May He give you strength and courage in the days ahead..
Al and Dianne Martin says
It’s been many years since our Lustre days, but remember Darin quite well. Will never forget those blue, blue eyes and ready smile. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with the entire Brown family; especially Sarah and kids. May your strong faith sustain you at this time, remembering how faithful our Lord is to comfort and lead and guide in the happy as well as sad times. While we are stunned by this turn of events; we know our Lord is not taken unawares and ready to comfort. God bless………………………
karen and roger herndon says
To the Brown families–you are so in our love and prayers. Our hearts hurt for you in the loss of Darin. Tho we have never met him we can tell he is an awesome man of God..and I say “is” because he is living with the God he loves now. We are holding all of you close in our prayers. love, Karen and Roger Herndon (Karen is Sue Pulises sister)
Harry and Myrna Rauch says
Being neighbors of Les and Helen Brown and their family years ago and of Dennis and Evonne Brown and their family after that and then the Brown Brothers more recently, we were saddened by the news of Darin’s life ending on this earth but rejoice for its continuation in heaven and have been praying for God’s comfort to be special to those who were part of Darin’s life.
Violet and Kenton Vix says
“Every blessing You pour out I’ll turn back to praise.
When the darkness closes in, Lord, still I will say,
‘Blessed be the name of the Lord,
Blessed be Your name.’ ”
My thoughts were with you as we sang this song in church a week ago. We are praying for you all today as you have the service in Lustre and lay Darin’s earthly body to rest. I have such fond memories of Darin, growing up in church with him, though I was a bit older. It is wonderful to see what a godly man he grew up to be. Sarah, he found a good thing when he married you, and what a legacy you both have in your beautiful family. May God be nearer to you now than you could ever imagine!
Kenton and Violet (Toews) Vix
Tim Glyshaw says
Brown Family I have many great memories of working on the Lustre and Billings Farm with all of you. I heard the news and was saddened my mind transported to those days we all worked together. I still have that video I made of the farming ranching and Schmek Fest. There was hard work and great interaction. I remember riding in the red Ford 4×4 with Darin he said I was sure driving careful ( in the pasture moving the bulls) to which Jason said let me or Darin drive if we wreck the truck we will be in trouble but you might lose your job ! Remember when we lost our dog “Dakota ” and we spent time flying searching for him Darin said he wanted to fly back then. I Love all of you and want to reserve some special time in Heaven with the Brown’s once again.
Jerry & Debby Jennex says
Dear Brown Family,
We had the privilege of knowing Darin while ministering at LCH back in the 70’s. He always had a ready smile & a twinkle in his eyes. Please know that you are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Jerry & Debby Jennex
Brian Esterkyn says
I was a student sent from California who attended Lustre h.s from 2004-06 and in my brief time there many people touched my heart like I could have never imagined. Coming from a broken home It felt as if I had 4 different sets of god parents who cared for me, and helped me deal with my problems for why I was sent there in the first place. Darin and Sara were amazing to me and had me over countless times to feed me and show me a good time with no reward in return. I’ll never forget the special cookies you always made for me Sara and I want you to know that you and your husband are a major reason why I got my life together and found the desire for a family of my own someday. Darin showed me that just because your tough doesnt mean you cant express your love to loved ones and its ok to help others.
My heart goes out to you as yours reached for me while in your community. Love , Brian
Mandy (Aylesworth) Thompson says
Sarah, I’m so sorry for you and your family.
love, Mandy