Richard Brown Obituary

Long time Soldotna resident Richard J. Brown, age 84, passed away February 9 following a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer's.

Visitation will be on Sunday February 17 at the Peninsula Memorial Chapel from 3-6 p.m. Funeral Services at 12:00 p.m. on Monday February 18 at the Soldotna Methodist Church with the Reverend Karen Martin Tichenor officiating. Interment: Soldotna Community Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made in Richards name to: Hospice of Central Peninsula.

Richard is survived by his wife of 63 years Edna M. Brown; children, Kasandra (Thomas) Evans, Mark Brown, Richard (Vicki) Brown, Cynthia (Walter) Johnson; grandchildren, Matthew (Lynn) Coleman, Timothy Coleman, Thomas (Caroline) Evans, Jeffery (Danielle) Evans, Michael (Lindsay) Evans, Aaron Brown-Johnson, Aimee (KJ) Boyce, Andrew Johnson, Ashley Johnson, Jasmine Lind, Sarah Gruber, great-grandchildren; Amelia, Elena, Wyatt, Hayden, Lily, Claire, Andre, James and Malik. Richard is also survived by siblings; Nancy Logan and The Reverend Harold (Heldred) Brown. Preceded in death by sisters Helen Bechtel and Eleanor Hess.

Richard was well respected within the community and served on many boards including; Central Peninsular Hospital, Soldotna Historical Society and Serenity House. He was active in the Chamber of Commerce and an advocate for senior causes. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, always giving 100 percent.

Arrangements were made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel and Crematory. Please sign Richards online guestbook at www.alaskanfuneral.com.

Published by Anchorage Daily News from Feb. 15 to Feb. 16, 2013.
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I still remember the smell of Dick's pipe tobacco as I was growing up as a kid two houses down and the visits I would have growing up with his grand kids. He was a great man and he will be missed by many. My love goes out to his family.

Leigh Richard Prestwick

May 28, 2014

Grandma is doing well,grandpa I know she misses you and I know everyone else does too.I'll always miss and love you

Andy Johnson

December 3, 2013

Grandpa, not a day goes by that I don't think about you, I love and miss you, I wish you were around when i was an adult, I would have loved to listen to one of your great stories. I love you,Grandpa. I miss you everyday and I know Grandma does also. You were a man's man,scholar and a gentleman!

andrew johnson

March 8, 2013

My heart goes out to you & your family. I remember when you two got married. I felt like I was a part of the Brown family. I'm glad I saw all of you the last time you were in Michigan. Love you, Margie

March 2, 2013

gpa,
you were the most amazing man I've ever met. I love you so much. please rest in peace, we'll always miss you.

Ashley Johnson

February 19, 2013

Always fond memeries of Mr.Brown. Gave me a start in Soldotna in 1980 at AUSA. Nice visits at the Soldotna Post office. I'll miss the friendly smile.

Curtis Swan

February 17, 2013

I miss you Grandpa, My thoughts and prayers are with Grandma

Andrew Johnson

February 16, 2013

Buzzie, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sorry not to be there to help you. Sending big hugs, Carroll Knutson

Carroll Knutson

February 16, 2013

Aimee and family please acknowledge our sincere sympathy. may he rest in peace! love you...Judy and Mike

February 15, 2013

Dick was a great guy and we know he will be sadly missed. Our love and prayers to all the family.

Taffy& George Kelsey

February 15, 2013

First met Mr. Brown when he managed the credit union. Later worked with his son Mark. Am sorry to hear of his passing. I remember his kind, quiet manner fondly. Sincerest condolences to his family.

Judy Reynolds

February 15, 2013

I am sorry to read about your loss. May the Bible give you true comfort during this difficult time.

February 15, 2013

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