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Gary Brown Obituary

Gary D. Brown, 67, of Curtis Creek Retirement Home, formerly of New Canton, died at 11:47 p.m. Saturday (Jan. 29, 2011) in Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis.

He was born March 14, 1943, in Quincy, a son of Arthur and Beulah Langfahl Brown. 

Gary graduated from West Pike High School, Kinderhook, and Culver-Stockton College, Canton, Mo.

He taught in the Quincy public school system for four years. Interest in agriculture led to a career as a nutritional swine specialist for Moormans, Nutra Basics, and he retired as regional sales manager for Con-Agra.

Gary loved to sing and was well known in Pike County as an entertainer and emcee for many events.

He is survived by one son, Breck Brown (Kristin), of Wausau, Wis.; two daughters, Brenda Wade (Scott), of Springfield and Barbara Brown of San Antonio, Texas; four grandchildren, Bennett, Bergen and Brenna, of Wausau and Skylar of Springfield; and two sisters, Sandra Root and Gayanne Daugherty (Duane) of Quincy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother, Clarence Leland Brown.

SERVICES: 1 p.m. memorial service Wednesday in the Kirgan Funeral Home, Barry, with the Rev. Judith Taylor conducting. Final disposition will be private.

MEMORIALS: Charity of donor's choice.

ARRANGEMENTS: Kirgan Funeral Home, Barry.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.whig.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Herald-Whig from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2011.

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Mary Gard Leeper

February 9, 2011

Even though Gary was 3 years ahead of me at West Pike, we had the commonality of growing up in New Canton, the Methodist Church and music. He sang at our wedding 42 years ago and it was, of course, very special. He had an amazing voice and a smile for everyone. I hope there is a special angel watching over him.

The Fawcetts

February 8, 2011

We are all grieving with you, Brown Family. So sorry you had to endure the loss of such a special father and grandfather.

February 8, 2011

We will always remember Gary and his special spirit, we are
Glad he passed on his love for music and a beautiful voice to
Our son in law, Breck,
And we are keeping his loved ones in our thoughts and prayers.

Our Love,
Kathy& Ken Rakowski

Sharon Rae(Dinning) Nischwitz

February 7, 2011

I was only at West Pike for one year. But I remember Gary and his wonderful voice. I sang a duet with Gary at one time and I thought wow I got to sing with Gary.
All his family are in my heart and prayers and may God comfort you through this time of need.

Janie Dakan Chesney

February 7, 2011

I was a classmate of Gary's and remember him fondly as a good-looking blonde young man with a terrific voice. He was always fun and caring. My sympathy goes out to his children, grandchildren and sisters.
God grant you comfort in the coming days.

l.g. smith

February 7, 2011

Gary was an underclassman while i was at good ole West Pike High and he did indeed have a very good singing voice performing often for the events of high school days that most of can remember.
I also knew Gary as a business man along with some farming being a very friendly fellow to converse with.
Condolences to the family & may God Bless !
l.g.smith

Donna Smith Libel

February 7, 2011

Gary was a great classmate at West Pike & what a fabulous singing voice! Our condolences to family and friends.

Dot McCoy

February 6, 2011

Gary was one of the "neighbor kids" in New Canton where we grew up. We will always remember his smile, humor, and singing and entertainment. He will be missed by everyone. Love, Dot Day McCoy

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