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Ronald E. “Ronnie” Brown, Sr., 68, formerly of West Terre Haute, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in Union Hospital. He was born in Terre Haute on December 1, 1957 to Charles Brown and Lula Slavens Brown.
Ronnie is survived by his wife Donna Brown and two sons, Brian Brown and Ronald Brown, Jr., as well as his granddaughter Malaya Brown. He is also survived by his siblings; Jimmy Brown, David Brown, Linda Burris, and Betty Johnson and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd St., West Terre Haute, IN on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Cremation will follow services. Visitation is scheduled for Monday from 4:00 – 6:00 PM in the funeral home.
Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com
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220 North 3rd Street, West Terre Haute, IN 47885

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