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Eric Brown Obituary
Calling hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday (July 30) at Weldon Funeral Home.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday (July 31), followed by interment in Lakeview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be sent to Keuka Comfort Care Home, PO Box 107, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or to Humane Society of Yates County, 1216 NY 14A, Penn Yan, NY 14527.
Eric was born in Geneva, N.Y. on August 14, 1976, son of Arthur Brown and Arlene (Jane) Schuck Brown. He graduated from Penn Yan Academy in 1994 and subsequently worked locally in retail. At the time of his death he was the store manager at Big Lots in Geneva. He married the love of his life, Courtney Jensen on October 13, 2007. They resided just outside of Penn Yan.
Eric made many friends during his years working at Ames and Big Lots. He also made good friends in his many years of involvement with Penn Yan Little League and the Neon Winter Guard. This gentle, kind and generous man will be missed by all, especially his by wife, Courtney, his family, his best friend Tim, "Friday Night Friends", and all who knew him.
Eric is survived by his wife, Courtney; parents Arthur Brown and Arlene (Jane) Brown; sister, Colleen Brown; brother, Patrick Brown; and feline pets Pogo and Buster.
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Greg Avery
July 31, 2019
While I only knew Eric from my frequent trips to Big Lots, he was always friendly and helpful. I am so sorry for the family's loss and will miss seeing Eric at the store.
July 28, 2019
We are so very for the loss of Eric. RIP.
Dennis & Holly Brown
Candy Stonemetz
July 28, 2019
Courtney, there are no words to express my sorrow for your loss. We will always remember our time with you guys in New Orleans. Eric was such a sweet person . Our hearts are with you as we lift up Eric in our thoughts. Much love, Candy, Dave and Maddy Stonemetz
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