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FREDRICK ARTHUR BROWN

FREDRICK BROWN Obituary

BROWN, FREDRICK ARTHUR August 25, 1927 to Dec. 18, 2010 On Dec. 18, 2010, Fredrick passed away at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego at age 83. Born in San Diego, Fredrick was the first child of Charles K. and Helen Brown. The family moved in his youth to Santa Maria, CA. After high school, Fredrick joined the U.S. Navy serving on the battleship U.S.S. New Jersey during World War II in the Pacific Theater. After the war, he obtained his Associate Degree from Santa Maria Junior College. He then moved back to San Diego where he worked in the automotive industry including 38 years at Bob Baker Ford. Fredrick was a member of the San Diego Jaycees where he served as a Director of the Jaycee Aviation Committee which founded the San Diego Aerospace Museum. He also served as a San Diego Aerospace Museum Board Member. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3788, a member of the San Diego Air and Space Museum, San Diego Maritime Museum, San Diego Zoological Society, California State Park Foundation and of the World Wildlife Fund and The Nature Conservancy. Fredrick is survived by his wife of 37 years Kathryn Mock Mitchell Brown, three daughters, and two stepsons. He was predeceased by his parents, sister Johanna Fox and daughter Rosemarie G. Brown. Inurnment at Cypress View Mausoleum and Mortuary.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jan. 2, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for FREDRICK BROWN

15 Entries

Chip Palid

January 27, 2011

Memorial Mass Friday February 4 at 10:30am.

Immaculate Conception Church
Old Town San Diego
2540 San Diego Ave
San Diego Ca 92110

All family, friends and coworkers welcome to attend.

Chip Palid

January 27, 2011

Memorial Mass Friday February 4 at 10:30am.
Immaculate Conception Church
Old Town San Diego
2540 San Diego Ave
San Diego Ca 92110

All family, friends and coworkers welcome to attend.

Pat and Eriko Commins and Shimada

January 16, 2011

My brothers and I had the honor of having Fred as our neighbor for 5 years in San Diego. I remember the countless gardening advice and after a while his passion for horticulture grew on us too. He was the kind of neighbor you could visit and ask for a cup of sugar, which I asked for on several occasions. He was always kind and more than willing to give advice on a problem.

Fred's stories from his time has always been intriguing to listen for Pat and I. It was like having a third grandfather next door to us, who was always caring. Your kindness has always touched us.

Thank you Fred for enriching our lives by always sharing ours, you will be remembered.

Michael McCabe

January 11, 2011

Freddy Brown, said I was the only one who was allowed to call him that when I saw him two days after his surgery. He was so full of life, even on meds and in pain, he was counseling me. He shared his life with me for several hours that night, like never before, and was able to pray with him and know he is in heaven! Freddy was one of the first guys I met at Bob Baker and have been friends ever since the early 90's. We kept in touch and he has taught me a lot wisdom, and am grateful for his life's lessons. To this day I dont remember him ever saying an unkind word, and know he has been through much. He is in a better place, yet know his thoughts were for his wife, Katheryn. He will be missed but not forgotten. May the Lord bless you and keep you; may he shine his face upon you and give you peace!

Dave and Janet Oberacker

January 8, 2011

Dave and I met Fred and Kathryn on a tour of Germany. We shared five more wonderful and memorable trips. We considered them our best friends. We will miss him terribly.

Marlene Kerber

January 8, 2011

I met Fred when I started walking around my neighborhood for exercise. He was walking, too. We would stop and chat. He was always positive in his outlook. I will miss him. My condolences to his family.

Kimberly Zink

January 6, 2011

I met Fred for the first time while working at BBF when I first started there and he made me feel very welcome and was also the Go to guy for anything I needed and made me feel like I could do anything, you will be truelly missed Fred..Rest In Peace and may God give your family the strength they need during this time.

Fred Dunham

January 4, 2011

I respected and admired Fred immensely. We worked together for 24 years at BBF. He was always my "GO TO GUY" who always had a positive attitude. His clients and fellow workers loved him! He'll be missed.
Deepest sympathy to his wife, family' and friends.

Denise Williams

January 4, 2011

It was a true pleasure knowing Fred. His kind and thoughful manor was a gift he shared with all of us at KMMG. He will be genuinely missed. Deepest sympathy to his lovely wife and family.

Teri Schweers

January 4, 2011

I worked with Fred at BBF in the early 2000's and he was an absolute sweetheart. Clients loved him, other associates loved working with him, and he will be missed by all those that he touched. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.

Kathy Eckery

January 3, 2011

It was always a joy to talk with Fred and hear about the early days of the San Diego Junior Chamber (Jaycees) and the projects, especially the project that started the San Diego Aerospace Museum (now Air & Space Museum). His dedication to Jaycees and the community was appreciated. My condolences to the family.

January 3, 2011

Fred was first and foremost a true gentleman. Always a kind word and a positive approach to everyone. He was respected by friends, clients and co-workers. I will miss his smile and encouraging words. Heaven is a better place today because I am sure Fred has arrived.
Chip Palid

January 3, 2011

Fred was truly a gentleman, a faithful friend and a loving husband. I treasure the friendship he let me share with him and the kindnesses he bestowed on me. I surely will miss our frequent e-mail exchanges and I send my heartfelt condolences to Kathryn. Sincerely, Arthur Albright, Mira Mesa

Rich mo

January 2, 2011

Fred was a SPECIAL FRIEND... I will miss him DEEPLY.

THANK YOU FRIEND & MY BUDDY !!!

Rich "Mo"

Donna Luke

January 2, 2011

The entire staff at KMMG will miss Fred deeply. Your wonderful sense of humor, along with your compassion for others made this world a little brighter.

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