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for William Brown
Peter M. Palica
September 6, 2023
Bill Brown was one of my favorite law professors while I was a student at Suffolk University Law School. I later had the privilege of working with him in his position as Chief of the Civil Division in the Office of US Attorney while I was an attorney with the US Department of Energy in Boston. Bill was a lawyers´ lawyer ... among the best and brightest. Peter M. Palica
Malcolm Lummis
October 22, 2020
Whether it was a Jimmy Buffett concert or taunting an undercover agent at 9 Park Street, it was always a memorable day. Bill was my friend and I will always miss him. As a lawyer, he was a laser beam, straight through the fog to the core issue.
My sincerest sympathies to all the family and friends he cared for and there were many.
Mac Lummis
October 16, 2009
Dear Diane:
I think I can erase Bill's cell phone number now. I hear from him from my inner mind and thank him for keeping me in line. When you find another Bill, Please let me know as I miss him dearly. We love you and think of often
Love and Peace.
Larry Simoneau
Kerry
November 21, 2008
Heidi, Christian, and Diane -
Mr. Brown lives large in my childhood memories-- block parties on LRR and bouncing between your house and the Pratts so many summer days. He was kind and forthright. He gave me my first hot toddy - and he always was glad to see me. I am sorry to have missed the celebration of his life; you all were especially in my thoughts that day.
patricia brown-cisternelli
November 17, 2008
diane,heidi,and christian,i am sorry for your loss. bill was there for me at the worst and best times of my life.paul loved him a lot always wanted to be more like bill.we enjoyed many a xmass eve at the house, and of course the food.bill you where so much more than an uncle to jenene you were like a second dad calling you when she needed a lift or help in her life you always came through for her and for me when i needed for personal help not professional.may you and paul tie one on,and sore like eagles.
Laura Eastment
November 10, 2008
I am an interpreter at the Federal Court. Bill was a dear friend for many years. He will be sorely missed for his professional skills and his kindness.
Dr. Howard Harrison
November 2, 2008
Diane,
So sorry about your loss. Bill was a wonderful person, always the engaging smile and generous with his time for all of us. A constant figure on the streets of our business neighborhood, there was always the glance and then the smile of recognition and the twinkle of an eye.
His memory with live long with us all. We are privileged to have had him in our lives.
Mark Grabert
October 25, 2008
To Bill's Loved Ones,
Three years ago Bill walked into a wine tasting I had organized, saw no one in the room, and immediately pulled out his cell phone and called a bunch of people to get there right away. The tasting ended up a huge success, due in no small part to Bill's kindness. That began an all too brief friendship. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Dian Pekin
October 25, 2008
Dear members of Bill's family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your great loss. Bill was a great Weymouth High classmate and many of us were looking forward to having him join us in our 50th reunion celebration next year. I hope that memories of shared joys will sustain you all in these sad days.
Petra B. Shearer
October 23, 2008
Dear Diane, Heidi and Christian,
Bill recently took on a case on behalf of a friend's son, at the recommendation of Bradford Babbitt. I only had a phone and email acquaintance with him and knew from those that he was a man of compassion. When John Connell called me yesterday to tell me of Bill's passing, I was overcome with sadness that a man whom I sensed was a gentle giant among his peers, and who had taken on the case of my friend's son at the request of a complete stranger, had left so suddenly.
I hope you can find comfort in the outpouring of love and respect for your partner and father. If there is any way in which I may be of help or further comfort to you, please do not hesitate to be in touch.
God's peace to all of you,
Petra B. Shearer
Tess Crowder
October 23, 2008
Diane,
So sorry for your loss. I had the great pleasure of meeting you and Bill at Jen's wedding. When I told him about my non-profit organization that I was establishing, he generously offered to donate fine and rare wines from wineries in France and Spain! Months later when it was time for the fundraiser, he sent a case of wine for our live auction!! Very sweet, very generous, very thoughtful. It was such a pleasure meeting both or you. I feel honored to have known him. He will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Alex Gambal
October 23, 2008
My Dear Friends,
I learned of Bill's passing on Tuesday and to cannot tell you how much his leaving us will leave us with a hole in our lives. Friend does not describe Bill; confidant, counselor, father, best friend, what else can I add?
Personally he allowed and encouraged me to follow my passion and never once doubted me. That is a true friend.
Bill, you touched so many lives and we will miss you very much. Our lives will be less with your passing. No longer will we see you on the street and have you say "how are ya?"
Our love to your family. We will miss Bill greatly.
Alex and Diana
Beaune, France
Trish Hubbard
October 23, 2008
To Bill's family and friends: I met Bill one year ago and we became fast friends. Bill is the consummate chef, lawyer, gardner. I was one of the fortunate ones who received samples of his cooking, vegs from his garden, but most important of all his friendship.
Bill I will always have you in my thoughts and prayers. Trish
jack SMITH
October 22, 2008
to diane,heidi and chris
bill was a good lawyer but a better friend. i knew bill for over 30 years and during that time we shared many good times. he also saved my career as a deputy u.s. marshal. he will be sorely missed by me, my family and a lot of good friends. love to all of you.
Basil Stergiou
October 22, 2008
My deepest sympathy to all. I am very saddened to hear of this loss. I will dearly miss his laugh, his generosity, compassion and knowledge. A great measure of this man is the number of people he has touched who will miss him deeply.
Kevin McKelvey
October 22, 2008
Brown Family,
While never having the unique pleasure of meeting Bill, his impact upon his family is undeniable. Son Christian consistently painted the picture of his father as a highly thoughtful, outgoing and sage "man of people"....and a guy with lots of unique experiences beyond those of an everyday software saleman! Everything I've read within these pages of memories confirms Bill's impact on his realm. "Zest for life" is a constant theme throughout this volume - one to which many strive but rarely achieve. Clearly, Bill Brown ascended beyond the boundaries of "just trying"!
For his children, family and many friends...our sympathy - and joy for his incredible impact - from apparently legendary ferry rides, to the courtroom, to warm hellos on the streets of Boston. Our special thoughts to Henry, Annie, Gus and Abby - who lost a loving grandfather and one of "life's guides". - Love, The McK's
Mary F
October 22, 2008
My sincere condolences to all. I met Bill when I worked at the State House in the 90's. These days I used to see him cutting thru my building at One Federal getting coffee at Starbucks. Every time - a smile and a kind word. A true gentleman. God Bless you, Bill.
Alan & Heather Risley
October 22, 2008
So sorry for your loss. This is too young. The "old gang" will miss him at the Weymouth 50th next year. Many happy memories of Weymouth High at parties, track team, etc with Bill and Jeff Bruce and Jack Berg and Dave Crocker and the Wentworths and.....
Al & Heather Risley
Elizabeth Bagshaw
October 22, 2008
Dear Diane, I only knew Bill for a short time when we all attended Jen's wedding. But it was clear to me then that he was a very kind and caring person. I remember his remarkable patience as we worked to "set up " for the wedding. He was always there when we needed him. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Liz Potts Bagshaw
Sue Buckley
October 21, 2008
To Diane, Heidi and Chris -
So many memories of Mt. Abram, Tom and Bill at the early bird skiing at 8:00 a.m. at Sunday River, so many memories, so many good times, good friends, the Portugese soup and an excellent bottle of wine Bill would bring on Friday nights. I can't tell you how we have all lost a good friend and wonderful man.
My heartfelt sympathy to Diane, Heidi and Chris and to all of us who have shared a part of Bill's life.
Jenene Brown Martell
October 21, 2008
To my cousin's Heidi and Christian and to Auntie Diane
You all will never know just how much Uncle Billy meant to me.. Uncle Billy was my Angel and helped me out in a time of my life that was realy hard for me and my son at the time..
My Uncle was a wonderful man and anyone who got to know him was lucky..
Uncle Billy will be forever missed and loved for a very long time..
Lot's of love always your Neice
Jenene' P. Martell (Brown)
Larry Simoneau
October 21, 2008
To Diane and Bill's Family:
Thank you for sharing Bill's life with us. He was the best and when he gave you his word, that was it. You could always count on Bill. His great sense of responsiblity and values were outstanding. We all loved Bill and he will always be remembered and missed dearly. I am sure he has volunteered for Angel work already, and I'll be looking for him.
Jen Vaden
October 21, 2008
Dear Aunt Di,
I’m having a tough time finding the right words to say. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now. I’m so grateful to have known Bill and to have been able to spend more time with you both during the past year. I’ll always remember sitting around your dining room table with him as he told stories with his wonderful New England accent. He had a great smile, a great laugh, gave a great bear hug and had such kind eyes, that I will never forget. Thank you for bringing “Uncle Bill” into my life. I love you and look forward to celebrating his life with you in a few weeks.
Frank Douglas
October 21, 2008
Diane, Christian, Heidi and family -
I am so sad at what has happed to a person so special in all of our lives. Bill will live in our hearts and minds forever.
Susan Simoneau
October 21, 2008
To Aunt Di and Bill's wonderful family:
Bill was an exceptional man who will long be remembered for his extraordinary generosity and kind spirit. He had a remarkable gift for listening to anyone's concern and then coming up with exactly the right solution. He always made you feel your happiness was paramount to him. He will be missed and well remembered whenever I am sailing, gardening, or just watching the Sox or Patriots, we will think of him.
Lorenzo Savona
October 21, 2008
Dear Bill,
I was in the middle of tasting wines when I heard about your passing. That's where I stepped into your life and you into mine, many years ago, when I was selling wine. You have always been there for me, always picked up the phone, always ready to help. Your generous soul will be missed and so will your laugh at the other end of the phone.
Lorenzo
Brant Miller
October 21, 2008
Diane, Heidi, Christian:
It's been a very long time since we've been in touch, but I still have many very fond memories of projects and great dinners with Bill and Diane. I'll be thinking of all of you and share in your grief. I hope you all will celebrate Bill's life soon.
Neil and Kathy Lynch
October 21, 2008
Dear Diane,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes to you on the passing of Bill. We have such fond memories of him and loved to hear of all your wonderful trips. He was a kind, thoughtful and generous man and we will miss him greatly. Again, our deepest condolences to you and his family.
Paul GARBER
October 21, 2008
MANY FOND MEMORIES OF "FARMER BROWN"
AND OCCASIONAL BREAKFASTS AT THE
DOWNTOWN HARVARD CLUB WITH MIMI
BOWLER. PAUL AND PHILIP GARBER,CONSULS
OF CHILE IN NEW ENGLAND.
Josiah Hatch
October 21, 2008
Diane,
We will miss seeing Bill around Boston and on the commuter boat from Hingham. He will be sadly missed.
Anthony Buono
October 21, 2008
Dear Bill,
from the first day I met you as a student at Suffolk Law School, I intuitively knew you would always be in my life. Your wise counsel and perennial good cheer marked you as an exceptional man, teacher, and trusted friend. Always available to assist, you never ceased to offer your seemingless boundless energy to solve a problem. Several years ago, i came to you distraught with a professional dilemma. You reassured me and solved the matter with one telephone call. I was grateful then and I am grateful now. May God bless you and keep you near. I pray you find the internal peace in heaven you so bravely struggled to find here on earth. My heartfelt condolences to your partner and family.
Tony
Janis Brown
October 21, 2008
To Heidi,
There was not one day in the last
15yrs. that I did not pass you're dad
on the way to SSE, he was simply a
wonderful man..sorry for your loss.
Dick Marra
October 21, 2008
To Diane and their families and friends I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences on Bill's passing.
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