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Robert D. "Dean" Brown

1950 - 2021

Robert D. "Dean" Brown obituary, 1950-2021, Brandon, IA

BORN

1950

DIED

2021

Robert Brown Obituary

BRANDON – Robert D. "Dean" Brown, 71, of Brandon, formerly of Independence, died on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at Buchanan County Health Center in Independence. A celebration of his life will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, at the VFW Hall, 128 3rd Avenue NE in Independence.

He was born July 31, 1950, in Independence, the son of Perry Brown and Mona Brown (Dickerson). Dean graduated from Independence with the class of 1969. He married Darcia Tourtelott in 1969; they later divorced. He married Lee Ann Eastman in 1983; they later divorced, but reunited after a short time and remained a couple thereafter.

Dean most recently was employed with the Buchanan County Roadside Management Department before retiring.

He is survived by his partner, Lee Ann Brown; his daughters, Holly Brown (Shane) and April Powell (Greg); a stepson, Nicholas Kane (Jenn); two grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; two brothers; a sister; and many nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be sent to the family at 1487 280th Street, Brandon, IA 52210, or brought to his celebration of life.

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

Published by Independence Bulletin-Journal on Aug. 12, 2021.

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Bob Pettit

August 17, 2021

I like to kick back and think of all the good memories we had down at hickory heights. He will be missed.

Tony Lake

August 14, 2021

I was notified of Dean´s passing moments ago. I am stunned, Dean was a pal of mine. Lee Ann, family and friends, you truly have my most sincere sympathy. Keep Dean alive in your hearts through memories and shared recollections. May the Holy Spirit embrace you with peace, love, hope and joy. RIP my brother, Tony

Cynthia Bullock

August 14, 2021

Our deepest sympathy! Fond memories from years ago when Dean was married to my niece Darcy and they´re two girls!
Rest In Peace Dean

Cynthia Bullock

August 14, 2021

My deepest sympathies! Fond memories from years ago when married to my niece Darcy & the births of their daughters. RIP Dean!

Gary Ham

August 14, 2021

Such a loss,as he was a friend to me for 60 years!!Will miss our annual birthday calls and hour long talks.He was a great guy and will be sorely missed

Emma & David Shepard

August 12, 2021

Uncle Dean You ment the world to us. I will miss your phone calls and all the stories you shared with me. I will always keep you very close in my heart forever. I am so thankful that Aunt Lee was by your side every step of the way. I know she was your true love. I will miss you so deeply and your wonderful smile that would light up any room. God Speed Uncle Dean & RIP until we meet again. Love, hugs, & kisses.

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