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Michael BROWN Obituary
Age 65, of Jamestown, and currently of Beavercreek, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Soin Medical Center, following a brief illness.
He was born September 23, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Phyllis M. (Morris) and the late Henry E. Brown.
Mike had retired in May 2021, from the Greene County Sheriff's Office, where he proudly served as Chief Deputy under the late Sheriff Gene Fisher. Mike graduated from Franklin Monroe High School and worked briefly with the Sugarcreek Police Dept. before joining the Sheriff's Dept. 43 years ago.
Mike enjoyed golfing. He was a fan of the Cincinnati Reds and the Cleveland Browns.
Mike is survived by his mother: Phyllis Brown of Springboro; his wife: Rita (Anderson) Brown, whom he married 1986; his son: Brandon M. (Whitney) Long; sister: Mary (Chris) Cornyn of Columbus; brother: Henry E. (LuAnn) Brown of Waynesville; and grandchildren: Ian, Bradey and AJ; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
If desired, contributions may be made to Michael's House in Fairborn or 4Paws4Ability in Xenia in honor of Mike.
Mike was a quiet and private man, and per his request, his family will be celebrating his life privately.
Services entrusted to McColaugh Funeral Home, Xenia. Online condolences may be made to the family at
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Rev. Dr. Gloria Wade Dillon
January 14, 2022
Dear Rita and family, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I remember when you got married. May you be comforted and strengthened by The Lord, the support of family and friends, and happy memories! Take care of yourself please. Sending love and prayers, Gloria
Bob and Kathy Geyer
January 12, 2022
Our sincere condolences to the Brown family. Mike was a good and honest man who will be missed by all that knew him.
Rob Rickels
January 12, 2022
Soon for your loss Mike was a great person and friend please let me know if you need anything
Roberta Jenkins
January 11, 2022
So sorry for your loss! He was a very good man!
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