Jerry L. Brown

Jerry L. Brown, a resident of Tawas City, formerly of Flint, passed away at his home on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, age 69 years.
Jerry was born on March 1, 1956 in Flint to Leslie Brown and Peggy Black. After his high school graduation, Jerry went to work for Buick City in Flint, and retired after 31 years, mostly as a paint technician.
Jerry enjoyed playing games and putting together puzzles, reading, and being outdoors cutting his lawn, playing golf, camping, boating, and spending time in his garage. He will forever be cherished as a selfless and supportive husband and father. Spending quality time with his family was his absolute favorite!
He married his wife and best friend, Karla Brown, on July 30, 1976. The couple celebrated 48 beautiful years of marriage together until her passing in March of 2025. Jerry is also preceded in death by a daughter, Robin Brown; a sister, Brenda Green; and his parents, Leslie Brown and Peggy Wiseley.
Jerry is survived by two daughters, Amy Brown of Phoenix, Ariz. and Kayla Lurvey of Tawas City; grandson, Austin Johnson of Phoenix; sister, Sylvia Mead; brother, Jimmy Brown; and brothers-in-law, John and Jerry Freel.
A gathering will be held at Buresh Funeral Home in Tawas City on Sunday, Nov. 2, from noon to 2 p.m. Jerry will be laid to rest in Crestwood Cemetery in Grand Blanc on Monday, Nov. 3. Those wishing to express a message of love and support for Jerry's family may do so at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com.