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2025
Tom Brown Obituary
Tom Brown, a two-time Super Bowl champion with Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packers who also played a season of Major League Baseball, died April 23, 2025, at the age of 84.
Despite his success in the NFL, Brown was more drawn to baseball than football, playing the latter in order to pay his way through college. A star player at the University of Maryland, he was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 1962, but opted to play baseball instead, signing with the Washington Senators. He lasted just a season, switching back to football and starting a successful six-year career as a safety, five of them with the Packers. Brown's interception in the 1966 championship game helped the team nail down its run of three straight NFL titles from 1965 to 1967, the latter two being Super Bowl wins. He followed Lombardi to the Washington Redskins in 1969, but he played just one game before being released. After retirement, he ran the Tom Brown's Rookie League in Salisbury, Maryland.
His son, James Christopher Brown, paid tribute to him on Facebook: "Even though he was a great athlete and did a lot for the community of Salisbury, he was a great dad." Friend Mike Lambert shared similar sentiments, saying, "Tom had a great life and was a kind soul … I'll never forget our many trips to Packer reunions, autograph signings and even the Indianapolis 500. RIP my friend!"
By Eric San Juan
(Image: AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
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Rob Wagner
September 9, 2025
So sorry to hear of Coach Browns passing this past Spring. My condolences to his family. I was lucky enough to be coached by him at SSU. I will always remember his "3 plays in a game that make a difference" that he would review both during and after the game. He was a great teacher and had a calm and controlled disposition regardless of what was happening on the field. Rest in peace.
Marvin D Robbins
August 22, 2025
Coach Brown was one in a million and had a heart of gold. I I was truly taking back when I hear of his passing and I was so sorry that I couldn't attend his memorial. I learn so much from him as he coached me while I played at Salisbury University. I truly learned how to be a man with a humble heart from him. I send my condolences to his wife and family. Are you enjoy playing catch on the sidelines before games with his son Christopher and seeing his daughter Jesse play basketball in high school. He'll be truly missed and I'm not just saying it for myself but for the whole Gull community who had the privilege of playing under him. I miss and love you coach rest in peace.
Philip and Sandy Vandersea
May 13, 2025
Our condolences and sympathy to the Brown Family on the passing of Tom. Tom was a great teammate and friend who was always humble
despite his accomplishments in baseball, football and life. Rest in peace Tom.
All our best wishes,
Phil and Sandy Vandersea
Mr. Jr.
May 6, 2025
My condolences.
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Janelle Almendis
May 3, 2025
May his legacy continúes. Mmm ay the God of life, grant you peace and hope.
Elizabeth Bell
May 2, 2025
RIP Tom
Ester Morrison
May 1, 2025
My condolences to your family. Tom will be missed by family and friends. May he rest peacefully in the memory of our Heavenly Father.
J Hoffman
May 1, 2025
A true champion who was my favorite player. He will be greatly missed. Sending condolences and prayers to his family and friends. May God give them comfort and peace during this difficult time. Rest in peace Tom, with God by your side.
Mike Toomey
April 30, 2025
Heart Broken over this loss. True HOF
Played for my dad at Maryland. Handsome humble man. Soft spoken. A real pro. Loved children and flattered to have worked with him at Tom Brown Rookie League. An all sports program for kids!! God Bless you Tom. Honor to know you and work with you !!!God Bless Mike Toomey
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