Gary Brown Obituary
Gary E. Brown, 69 of West Baden Springs, Indiana entered into eternal rest on January 5th, 2026 at his residence.
He was born in Paoli, Indiana on March 27th, 1956 to Joyce Herdt.
Gary was preceded in death by his Brothers – Roger Dean Patton; Larry Don Patton; Curtis Lee Brown; Robert Patton and Sister – Kimberly Mae Gabrel.
He retired from an auto parts manufacturer in Scottsburg, Indiana.
Gary enjoyed spending time outdoors and loved to fish.
He is survived by:
Mother – Joyce Herdt
Step–Sons – Shane Blevins and Abraham Blevins
Step-Daughters – Carly Hubbard and Heidi Qualkenbush
Brothers – Michael Brown, Sr., Kevin Patton and Doug Shipman
Sisters – Karen Patton and Jamie Shipman
Cremation was chosen.
Arrangements are in the care of Brosmer-Kemple Funeral Home in French Lick, Indiana. Condolences may be made on our website – www.brosmer-kemplefuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
9640 West State Road 56, French Lick, IN 47432
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