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Patrick Brown Obituary
Patrick Michael Brown was born Aug. 5, 1945. He was an ordinary kid who grew to be an extraordinary person. He was an outstanding teacher at VCMS. He was a good friend. He was an exceptional husband, dad, and grandpa. We appreciated so many things about him: his fabulous story telling, the pranks he pulled on everyone including students and friends, his sarcastic humor, camping and fishing trips. We also appreciated his love of old school UConn basketball at the Field House and the Sox and Fenway Park when it still had some grit. His grandchildren appreciated the trails he cut through the woods, his gardens, the good meals he cooked, his magic tricks, and all the trips to the bookstore. And we all agree he was the best baby rocker in the world.
Patrick Michael Brown is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gail Ouillette Brown. He is also survived by his son Michael Brown and his wife, PJ Propes and their daughters, Leilani and Makena. He is also survived by his daughter Kimberley Churchill and her partner, Steve Miller, her daughter Kylie Huri and husband, Kyle and the first great-grandchild, Baby Huri due in March; and son Jake Churchill and his partner, Asia Johnson.
No services are planned at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held this spring in Vermont.
You were a good man, Patrick Michael Brown.
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Cory (Davis) Percy
February 10, 2022
Mrs. Brown, I am so sad to hear of your beloved husband´s passing. I feel very fortunate to have crossed your paths twice "on this side of the grass", both as a student and then as a colleague. Mr. Brown was a favorite math teacher, but also a wonderful mentor to us newbies. I wish you and the whole family peace in the abundance of memories. He was a great man.
Emily Bright
February 10, 2022
Mr. Brown was my favorite teacher at VCMS. I was in his pre-algebra class in 7th and 8th grade ('92 and '93), and I still remember the many projects he used to keep math hands-on and fun. He created such an interesting, creative, and joyful class community. In 8th grade, the honors kids who were allowed to leave lunch early would sometimes go hang out with him in the classroom for a few minutes--that's how cool he was. (I recall he kept M&Ms in his drawer.) I have friends who have modeled their approaches to teaching after him. May his memory be a blessing to you, and please know that he touched the lives of thousands of kids at an age where positive role models are so important.
Marshall Jamison
February 9, 2022
I had Mr. Brown as a Math / Sience teacher in 6th grade. A Math reacher in 8th. He always kept things interesting. He made learning fun, and make you work to your potential. He and his wife, (Mrs. Brown), made the Talent Show a spectacular event. We got an education during that as well. RIP
Laura Claman
January 28, 2022
My sincere condolences to the entire family. I respected him as my friend's father and as a colleague at VCMS. He inspired love and joy in everyone he was around. He had the rare ability to have the perfect balance of joy and seriousness, maturity and innocence, book smarts and wit. I'll never forget driving to Boston with him for a field trip and not being able to get across to the science museum. So many memories. Let me know if I can help in any way during this difficult time.
Betsey Huri
January 27, 2022
Gail, Kim, Kylie & Kyle, Jake & Aheisa my deepest condolences to you all and your families
Richard S Bunce
January 27, 2022
Gail and I are so sorry to hear about Pat. He and Gail have been good and long time neighbors on Washington St. He will be missed by everyone on the block.
Susan and David Shaw
January 26, 2022
To the Brown family, Mike was one of a kind and we are sorry to hear of his passing. Keep your memories close
Jennifer (Obue) Sinnamon
January 26, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss! May you all be comforted by friends and family during your grief.
The above tribute brought a memory to mind. When I was a young girl having dinner with the Brown family, Mr. Brown would perform magic tricks.
He was so adept that I was truly duped.
I can remember confessing to my parents that he could really make the salad dressing disappear! He was a caring and attentive father and knew how to make a guest feel like she belonged.
I am praying for you during this difficult time.
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