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Danny Brown Obituary

BROWN Danny Lee Brown, age 56, of Galloway, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2011. Danny was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, son of George and Bertha Brown. Danny graduated from Walnut Ridge High School, Class of 1973. Following high school, Danny went onto work within the sales industry, excelling wherever he went. Most recently, Danny worked as the Regional Sales Manager, and was known as "The Man," for P.P.W. He had an explosive personality, was the life of any party, and was very competitive in nature. He had a passion for car racing. Danny, a.k.a. "Highside" has raced at numerous tracks throughout Ohio and the surrounding area, including the Columbus Motor Speedway. In addition to working and racing, Danny most enjoyed his time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be missed by his loving wife of 16 years, Patricia Brown; children, Christina (Jeremy) Dennis, H. Aaron Price, and Daniel (Melissa) Brown, II; grandchildren, Garrett, Landon, Jenna, Justin, and Gabriel; parents, George and Bertha Brown; brother, Dale (Cathy) Brown; special uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, at SCHOEDINGER GROVE CITY CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, where family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday. Interment Franklin Hills Memory Gardens. Contributions may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 749596, Los Angeles, California 90074-9596. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 14 to Feb. 15, 2011.

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Brandy Brown

February 8, 2021

We miss you as much now as we did the day you left we love you and can’t wait to see you again one day!

Tony,Brandy and Sierra Brown

December 23, 2011

We all miss you very much and wish you were here with us! We can't wait until the day we get to be with you again. Love and miss you Always....

Christina Brown-Dennis

August 19, 2011

Tomorrow we will honor a race legend,Danny Brown. He was known to all as the Life of the Party-Mr. Excitement. But to his family he was known as the glue that held us all together. He shared unconditional love and support with all those he encountered. We are all gathering at Cols Motor Speedway for a memorial race in his honor. Friends, family and loved ones will be there. Come join the fun and share some memories and good times in rememberance of Danny, my father and my friend.

Chris Michael

March 22, 2011

My prayers go out to the Brown family as I did not find out about Danny's passing until last weekend and was shocked to say the least. I really respected Danny and looked up to him as a driver. He will be missed at the races!

Steve Marcum

March 15, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the Brown family. I met Danny at an early and was a pleasure to know him and be in his company.

Jody Handley

March 7, 2011

Patty, Aaron, Christy, Danny and family! I'm so very sorry to hear this! He was a great man, always carry your memories close to your heart! Some of my best memories is working with him, Aaron, and Danny on the lettering for the car! I could not imagine the pain you are all dealing with! XoXo!

Anthony Brown

March 6, 2011

My uncle could light up a room as soon as he walked in, the life of every party and gathering. Uncle Danny I will so miss you, I wish I would have listend when you would say "Dont sweat the small stuff". I will honor you buy living everay day for all that its worth and making the most of my time that I have to be with my family. I have always been so proud of you and love you so much.

So I say to the most loving and wonderful uncle....... You have caried the checker flag of life because you you lived yours to the fullest. Your so loved and will be missed more that you will ever know. I look forward to the day I will see you again.

Love,
Anthony, Brandy, and Sierra

Jerry Tracy

February 21, 2011

My prayers go to the Brown family. I just heard the tragic news. I've know Danny for 15 years thru the BIA. I've worked with him many times and we have also been friendy competitors. He was a gentleman and as honest and trustworthy as anyone I've known. God Bless you and your family.

Rick , Melody, Randy Blankenship

February 18, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Danny raced our car at Colmbus Motor Speedway and was a friend to all. He will be missed.

February 17, 2011

Danny was a great race car driver,a good friend of all of our family.Danny will be deeply missed. Our prayers are with all of the family. Sincerely, Judy Renner and Family.

Hickernell Family

February 16, 2011

Our prayers and sympathy for everyone in the Brown family. We met Danny through racing. He was always a great competitor and winner. Yet, he always was ready to help anyone who needed help. The Hickernell Family

February 16, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. Your family is in our thoughts.
Debbie & Christopher Collier

Robert Grodhaus

February 15, 2011

My prayers goes out to the family for the loss of a very long time friend. God spread his arms, comforted Danny and took him to be with all of his family and friends that has gone before him. God Bless, love and Prayers

Tiffany Cooley

February 15, 2011

A great man has been sent to Heaven! Danny will be missed by a lot of people. We were honored to have you be a part of our family. We love you and will miss you.
Tiffany (Partee), Joe and Blake Cooley

BILL Roberts

February 15, 2011

My condolences to the family and friends of Danny! I meet Danny several years ago through a mutual friend Steve Miller, who passed away 8 years ago. Steve spoke very highly of Danny and always made a point of visiting him in the pits when we were at Columbus Motor Speedway. I am sure Steve will be waiting to greet his old friend once again!

Tina & Emily

February 15, 2011

Danny...We will love & miss you always. You were a truly amazing person & friend.

February 15, 2011

We have lost a truly amazing person. We miss you Danny. Love, Tina & Emily

Eileen Barnett

February 15, 2011

I remember Danny coming over to our house many years ago. He and my brother Bobby Grodhaus hung out together. I'm 10 years younger then bobby but I do remember Danny very much. He will be missed and i'm so sorry for your families loss. Eileen Barnett(Grodhaus)

February 15, 2011

Patty, Aaron, Landon and Garrett,
I'm so sorry about the sudden loss of Danny. My most sincere sympathies are with you at this sad time.
Ruby Short Redding - "Aunt RC"

Brown Family

February 15, 2011

Uncle Danny,
We all miss you being here with us so much! We love you!!!
Tony, Brandy,& Sierra Brown

Steve Steiner

February 15, 2011

Shocked to hear of Danny's passing. We had lost touch over the years and finally reconnected a few short years ago. You are missed my brother!

Tami Scott

February 15, 2011

My sweet dear cousin..I love you dearly but know you are in great hands,you left a huge mark in my life for which I will always be greatful.I love you Danny Lee always and 4-ever

February 15, 2011

"Danny was a very special friend. May deepest sympathies to his family. He will be greatly missed Debbie Colley (Columbus, OH)

Teresa Lewis

February 15, 2011

My love and prayers go out to Danny's family. He was a joy to know, always had a hug and smile for everyone he came in contact with.

craig gillenwater

February 15, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.Danny
was a great competitor at the race track
and was always friendly and a great sportsman.we will miss him.
craig,annie,ryan,lisa gillenwater

chris , tammy meier

February 15, 2011

We were saddened to hear of Danny's passing. He will be sorely missed. Our deepest sympathies to all of his family

Bill Johnson

February 14, 2011

Danny was a very respected person in our industry and I considered him a good friend. He was instrumental in helping me when I was new to the building industry and was always available to lend a hand to a fellow salesman. He will be sadly missed.

Ann, Sarah and Adam

February 14, 2011

Danny...love u and miss u

wayne wolford

February 14, 2011

We are very sad to hear of Danny's passing. He will be sadly missed.
Heaven has another entry in the feature of a lifetime.

Wayne and Marie (giggles) Wolford

Linda/Bob Hoback

February 14, 2011

We were saddened to hear of Danny's passing. He will be sorely missed. Our deepest sympathies to all of his family.

February 14, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bruce and Kathi Holmes

steve/louann mohler

February 14, 2011

so sorry to hear of danny's passing,our prayers are with him and his family

Todd Franklin

February 14, 2011

I am saddened to hear of Danny's passing. Danny was a great salesman and a good friend, he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. My sympathies to his family.

Robin Hardy

February 14, 2011

My heart is sadden by the loss of my dear friend Danny. Bertha and George (my dearest friends) you are in my prayers as is all the family.

Diane Kasper-Eitel

February 14, 2011

So sorry to hear of Danny's passing, we lost a wonderful person and a classmate of Walnut Ridge.

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