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Francis Brown Obituary

BROWN, Francis J. "Frank" 65 years, of Wakefield, October 6, 2008. Devoted father of Charles F. Brown of Pompano Beach, Fla. & Suzan Aliberti, formerly of Wakefield. Loving grandfather of Kevin, Nadia, Nick, Tony, Joey & Angela. Beloved brother of Ann Fisher of OK, James Brown of Wakefield, Thomas Brown of Fla., Robert Brown of Missouri, Catherine Beliveau of Wakefield, Mary Zagarella of Melrose, John Brown & Patricia Valdez, both of OK, the late Leo & George Brown. Former husband of Linda M. (Falkenstrom) Hoefsmit. Dear uncle of 39 nieces & nephews. Relatives & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. followed by his Funeral Service at 7 p.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 1159 Main St. WAKEFIELD/MELROSE line. Interment private. Retired & longtime employee of Metal Crafters of Methuen. In lieu of flowers, kindly make memorial donations in Frank's name to Toys for Tots, c/o Wakefield Police Dept., Attn. Chief Rick Smith, 1 Union St. Wakefield, MA 01880. For obit,.directions or to send a condolence,visit: www.carrfuneral.com.

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 8, 2008.

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September 23, 2009

CHARLIE AND SUSAN; ALTHOUGH HE'S BEEN GONE ALMOST A YEAR,FRANK REMAINS IN OUR HEARTS AND MEMORIES. CAN'T HELP BUT THINK HE IS UP 'THERE' KEEPING AN EYE ON EVERYONE. SO GLAD THAT YOU PUT HIM WITH MA AND DAD. YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

ANN FISHER

February 6, 2009

IT'S BEEN 4 MONTHS SINCE YOU LEFT US FRANK. WE ALL MISS YOU SO MUCH. BUT, WE KNOW THAT YOU ARE AT PEACE AND WITH OUR PARENTS AND BROTHERS. "YOU KNOW WHAT THEY SAY IN THE OLD COUNTRY - SMILE !"

Cathy Beliveau

November 17, 2008

I'm glad that I was able to be with my brother Frank, on October 6. Just before he left us, he smiled at me the way he always did, and said "I Love You". I told him that "I Love You Too". I work at the hospital on Med 4, and had to leave for a few moments. The Med 3 nurse called me to come right downstairs again, and he was gone to heaven. I held his hand, gave him a kiss, and asked him to say "Hi" to Ma, Dad, George, and Leo.
Love You Frank.
Cathy

Jennifer Gasper (brown)

November 3, 2008

I always thought of my uncale frank as a second dad to me...I remebr when he lived in the green house down near meltharbs i would ride my bike to his house and leave him flowers in his mail box...I miss him so much but i know he is up there looking down on me...There is so much more i want to say but i dont know how to put it....I found a picture of him my dad and me on halloween when i was lil he was liveing with us at my nana house .... You will always be in my heart ....

Lynne Marie (Bird) Villareal

November 2, 2008

I thought of Frank today at a Remembrance Service, I thought of what I would like to share about Frank. When we were young and he had just gotten his eye, I stole it from him while he was sleeping (it had fallen out in his sleep) I brought it up to my sister to show her. She screamed! Ma went nuts! And Frank got up and put his eye back in and we all laughed! He taught me how to make cinnamin rolls with left over pie crust. As we got older and life stepped in, Frank was my strength and comfort. Gentle, quiet and always there when needed. I look forward to laughing and playing again when I can't hide on his blind side. And there'll be no more hurt and no more pain just lots of love!

Angela Bertty

October 30, 2008

I don't remember too many of my uncles on my Dad's side, but I do remember Frank. I have fond memories of him spending time with me and the fam in Oklahoma. I learned how to make copies of keys from Frank - which has come in handy! I also remember how much he HATED my cat, Oreo! I had the opportunity to see Frank a few years ago and the words he said to me will be in my heart forever! I love you, Frank!

MARYELLEN FONSECA (DAVID)

October 30, 2008

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE LOSE OF FRANK HE WAS ONE OF A KIND AS A KID AT LEO AND MARIES HOUSE HE USE TO TEASE ME ABOUT TAKING OUT HIS GLASS EYE SO I CALLED HIM 1 EYED WILLIE WHICH MADE HIM LAUGH AND WHENEVER I WLD ASK KATHY ABOUT HIM I WLD STILL REFER TO HIM WITH THAT NAME HE WILL BE MISSED AND HE TOUCHED ALOT OF LIVES AND MADE US FEEL BETTER.
MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND KEEP HIM WITHIN HIS LOVING EMBRACE

Dad (George), Ann, Frank and Leo

Peggy (Brown) Milliren

October 30, 2008

Even though I didn't know Uncle Frank very well, he is profoundly missed.

This is one of my favorite pictures. When I look at Frank in this picture, I see Suzie & Charlie.

DON AND EARLENE MATTIX

October 29, 2008

we lost a friend who sat on our front porch and talked and laughed with us and enjoyed his company..... he will be missed.........

Patty Valdez

October 29, 2008

A new star is shining brightly in the heavens, the light of a heart who loved and gave of himself. He was absolutely his mother's son! We love you Frank, and look forward to embracing you at the resurrection. Meanwhile, we embrace you in our hearts with thanks to Adonai for having shared this world with you. Shalom. Love Patty, David, Savanna and Jewels

ANN & DAVID FISHER

October 29, 2008

WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS THE SADNESS I FEEL ABOUT THE LOSS OF MY 'BABY BROTHER' FRANK.
I'M SO VERY SAD FOR CHARLEY AND SUSAN FOR THE LOSS OF THEIR FATHER. THERE IS COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT ONE DAY WE WILL ALL BE REUNITED IN HEAVEN.

Bianca, Charles,Kevin and Nadia Brown/ Goller

October 14, 2008

May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand.Love Bianca ,Nadia,Kevin

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