On the evening of August 15, 2014, Ed passed away peacefully after a long battle with emphysema. Ed was being visited and comforted by family members at home. Ed was 69 years old.
Mr. Brown was born on October 13, 1944, in Pontiac, Michigan. He was the son of Arthur and Francis Brown.
Ed was a career naval officer who received several commendations. His service in the military took him around the world and he was very proud to have served. Ed was also an accomplished scuba diver and photographer during his travels in the Navy and it gave him great joy. After retirement he worked as a small aircraft mechanic and on several dairy farms. He was also a certified bovine breeder.
Ed was an avid and quite accomplished fisherman and hunter. His interests included raising tropical fish and finches, cultivating exotic orchids, beating everyone at backgammon or cribbage and horseback riding. Ed was also the recipient of the first annual Ed Brown award from GBI; we are excited to see who the second is. He was a people person and quite a storyteller that has woven the fabric of our hearts and he will be missed dearly.
Ed was preceded in death by, his parents, a daughter, three sisters and two brothers.
He is survived by his wife Darlene, sons Richard, William and Daniel, daughters Vivian, Lisa, Jeannette, Stephanie and Cassandra, grandsons Eric, Brendan and Kenny, granddaughters Alika, Nikki, Kristy, Jerika, Tiela, Taryn, Mackenzee and Leanna, brother David and sisters Helen, Chris and Tammy. Alas, we cannot leave out his beloved cat Stripes.
Visitation will begin on Friday August 29, 2014, family from 10:00 am to noon, public viewing noon until 5:00 pm at Stevenson & Sons. Funeral services will be Saturday, Aug 30, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Bible Church, followed by burial at Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Bible Church for Vanuatu.
Service Schedule
Visitation
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday August 29, 2014
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Sreet
Miles City, MT
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday August 30, 2014
Grace Bible Church
3505 Stower Street
Miles City, MT
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Services
Saturday August 30, 2014
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Visitation
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday August 29, 2014
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Sreet
Miles City, MT
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday August 30, 2014
Grace Bible Church
3505 Stower Street
Miles City, MT
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Services
Saturday August 30, 2014
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT
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Julie Gatlin and Kenny Gress says
Dolly, Danny, Mackenzee and the rest of the family.
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each one of you.
Traci Glasscock says
Oh Dolly. Been thinking of you and praying for you all since I heard Ed was sick. Praying that you feel God’s hand of comfort and his peace as you navigate life without him by your side. Oh the rejoicing in heaven he’s experiencing now! And the best part is we’ll get to experience it with him someday!
Jan Munroe says
Dolly and family. so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. May you find comfort in knowing that Ed is in His place now. God Bless you all and may you find comfort in His love. Jan
Connie Bogner says
Dolly, Steph and family, We will miss Ed and his wonderful smile and gentleness. Praying for you and for God’s comfort. We love you!
Margo White says
Dolly, so very sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed, he always had a smile on his face. God be with you and your family.
Donna Waddell says
Dolly and family,
So sorry to hear about Ed, wish we could be there for you. May you find comfort in knowing that he is now with the Lord and no longer suffering.
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Donna
Kevin & Sheila Krausz says
Dolly & Family,
So sorry to hear that Ed passed away. I will miss his comments and insight at the GBI classes. God bless you all.
Teza Holland says
Dolly and Family,
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He truly was a sweet man! He is wraped in the arms of Jesus and is breathing easy. May the Lord keep and comfort all of you.