Photo courtesy of Paul Funeral Home of Washington
Washington, North Carolina
Jun 9, 1954 – Aug 31, 2025
David Michael Brown, age 71 a resident of Williamston, NC died Sunday August 31, 2025 at River Trace Nursing & Rehabilitation in Washington.
Mr. Brown was born in Carteret County to the late Robert Horace Brown and Ramona Rhodes Brown. He was a graduate of West Carteret High School and attended East Carolina University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Mr. Brown retired from the State Bureau of Investigation as a Training Specialist, then went on to work as a deputy for the Martin County Sheriff's Department. He was a member of the Skewarkee Masonic Lodge and the Martin County Shrine Club.
David is survived by his wife of 41 years, Paula Floyd Brown; a brother, Gerald Brown and wife Mary Deiss Brown of Salt Lake City, UT; and a nephew Jack Cisco Brown of New York, NY.
No services will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Masonic Home for Children at Oxford, 600 College Avenue, Oxford, NC 27565 or to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 12829, New Bern, NC 28561.
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Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Brown family.
Read MoreDavid was a friend in elementary school and high school. I had the pleasure of seeing him during one of our high school reunions. My sincere condolences to his family.
Nathan Garner
September 06, 2025 | Newport, NC | Friend
I took several DCI certification classes taught by David. I am very sorry to hear of his passing! My condolences to his family.
Lewis Young
September 06, 2025 | WASHINGTON, NC | Coworker
David was a gifted instructor and a friend to all of us when he worked as the eastern trainer for DCI. He would often come by departments just to check in and talk. My prayers are with the family
Peggy Dalley
September 03, 2025 | Wilmington, NC | Student
Thank you for the knowledge and friendship you shared! With eternal admiration and respect.
Pamela Benthall
September 03, 2025 | Meeker, CO | Student
