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TOM BROWN Obituary
TOM BROWN (Age 53)
On Saturday, April 19, 2014, of Silver Spring, MD. President and Life Member of Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad. Beloved husband of Betty Brown; father of Kelly, Chris, and Catie Brown; son of Bob and Ann Brown; brother of Bob Brown, Sue (Perry) Wagner, and Pat Brown. Relatives and friends may call at St. John the Evangelist Church, 10103 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, Friday, April 25, 2014, from 3 to 8 p.m. where Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad, 2400 Arcola Ave., Wheaton, MD 20902.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for TOM BROWN
May 1, 2014
Dear Betty,
My prayers go out to you and your family as a Good Counsel parent. I was saddened by the news of your loss and hope you are comforted by the thoughts and prayers of your family and friends.
Andrea Troutner
Karen Allicock
April 27, 2014
I want to send my condolences to the family. I had the honor of caring for Mr. Brown on nightshift during his final days. What I can say is that he was a blessed man. Blessed with immense love from his family and friends. He has one of the most amazing families I have had the privilege to be around in my career as a nurse. You guys stuck by his side to the end. I remember a doctor came by and said he was surprised that you guys were laughing every time he looked in the room. I said "They're taking turns reading an awesome, hilarious book for him. They have their moments when they cry. However, they also have the best stories about Mr. Brown and that keeps them smiling too". Shoot, you had me laughing too :) You guys really are a great example of what a loving, supportive family looks like. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers always.
-Karen
Linda Quicksell
April 27, 2014
Betty and Family,
My husband, Cliff, and I only knew Tom through the WVRS Alumni Assoc., but he was a true leader and good friend to many. I lost Cliff in January 2013, so I feel your pain. Please know that you are in my prayers, and that you have a new Guardian Angel watching over you. God Bless You All
Heather Pick
April 26, 2014
I joined WVRS in 1991....you have been an intergral for as long as I have been a member. God bless you, God bless your family.
April 26, 2014
My love and prayers are with you..and your beautiful family Ginger
Ella-Mae Shupe
April 25, 2014
Betty. I am still in shock over this news and know your life.is torn apart. You are in my thoughts
William Sako
April 25, 2014
I am writing to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of Tom. We are still in shock here in the RJA-Chicago Office at Tom's passing. He was a great leader, a good friend and he made the best "Bloody Mary" drinks that I ever tasted in my life. I will miss him and I will say prayers for him and the entire Brown family. Surely he will become Heaven's best Fire Marshall and continue to save people in need. My heartfelt condolences.
Lourdes Alcalde
April 25, 2014
Dear Betty, I am deeply sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Liz Lanigan
April 25, 2014
Betty, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family. May God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hands.
Pamela Wright
April 25, 2014
Dear Betty,
I send my deepest condolences to you and your family. I know that GOD will continue to keep and protect you.
Becky
April 24, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family. May the "God of tender mercies and all comfort" help you through this difficult time -2 cor 1:3.
April 24, 2014
Betty, We are so sorry to hear this terrible news. Please know we are here for you in our thoughts, prayers and actions. Just let us know how we can help you.
Jack and Jan Schmidt
Sharon Thompson
April 24, 2014
Dear Betty and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Thoughts and prayers to you all through this difficult time.
Sharon and Evan Thompson
April 24, 2014
Dear Betty, Catie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are sorry for your loss. May your Faith comfort and sustain you. Sincerely, Mark and Laura Fangmeyer, Matthew and Michael Fangmeyer and the entire Fangmeyer Family
Mary and Richard Sullivan
April 24, 2014
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing.
Your neighbors from long ago.
Mary and Dick Sullivan
Las Vegas, NV
Bob Carasitti
April 24, 2014
Sincere condolences to the Brown family and friends. Tom will forever be "one of the good guys".
April 23, 2014
Dear Betty, Kelly, Chris, and Catie, the Wallace family would like to give our deepest condolences to the Brown family. Please know that we have you all in our thoughts and prayers. May God provide your family peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Mike, Carla, Mike Jr., and Michele
April 23, 2014
I send my warm condolences and thoughts of love to the friends and family.
It is hard to go through this difficult time, but it's good to know that we keep in our heart all the joyous moments, love, and care that we share with our loved ones. Please continue to find consolation and solace in the God of all comfort (2 Cor. 1:3)
April 23, 2014
Goodbyes are not forever.
Goodbyes are not the end.
They simply mean you will miss your loved one, until you meet again.
May the comfort of God's most merciful love be with you all during this difficult time.
Julie Duckett
April 23, 2014
May our Heavenly Father give your family peace and strength to endure this very difficult time (1 Pt. 5:7).
Eddie O'Connell
April 23, 2014
May God keep you in his warm embrace my old friend.
Mark Hughes
April 23, 2014
Gone too soon. You will live on through your kids. RIP my old friend.
Vince Fitzpatrick
April 23, 2014
Tom was a friend, teacher and professional in every sense of the word. The fire protection community has lost one of the best. My prayers are with Betty and the Brown family for their loss and as they go forward.
Chris Butts
April 23, 2014
Tom will be missed. May you be comforted by the Grace and Love of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Rudolph Family
April 23, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bob Keough
April 23, 2014
The fire protection community lost a true leader and great friend. Tom will be missed.
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