Larry Brown

Larry Brown obituary, Columbiana, OH

Larry Brown

Larry Brown Obituary

Visit the Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home - Columbiana website to view the full obituary.

Columbiana - Larry Brown, 86, of Columbiana, Ohio, passed away on March 6, 2026.

Larry was born on February 10, 1940, in Salem, Ohio, the son of the late John W. and Geneva Milhorn Brown.

Larry proudly served in the United States Air Force for eight years, carrying the values of dedication and service with him throughout his life. Following his military service, he worked for many years as a Supervisor at Phoenix Brick Yard, where he was known for his strong work ethic and leadership.

Larry had many interests and hobbies. He was a member of the Tri-State Antique Car Club and had a lifelong appreciation for classic automobiles. He also enjoyed collecting model trains, a hobby that brought him great joy and reflected his love of craftsmanship and history.

Larry is survived by his loving wife, the former Darlene M. Bracken Orincsak Brown, whom he married on June 19, 2010. He is also survived by two daughters, Jacqueline "Jackie' (Dan Ridgway) Orincsak of Willoughby, Ohio, and Kaye (D.J.) Bole of Afton, Wyoming; one son, Michael (Tina) Brown of Incline Village, NV; and one brother, Jerry (Rhonda) Brown of Lisbon. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Orincsak.

Private services will be held at a later date with interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Leetonia.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home in Columbiana.

Family and friends may view this obituary, sign the online guest book, and send condolences to the family at www.familycareservices.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home - Columbiana

28 North Main Street, Columbiana, OH 44408

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