Stephen L. “Steve” Brown, 68, of Pickerington, passed away on December 27, 2025 at his home. He was born to the late Virgil and Mary Brown on June 14, 1957 in Lancaster, OH.
Steve was a 1975 graduate of Lancaster High School and worked for Anchor Hocking for 27 years, and ARC Industries for 20 years. He enjoyed playing pool, reading, camping, fishing and spending time with his buddies, Bryson and Braxton. He will be remembered for his kindness and good sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife, Sara Alzner-Brown; brother, James Cunningham; stepbrother, Rick (Sharon) Weller; stepson, Michael Archambault; niece and nephew, Rusty and Michelle Rutter and Brad and Sonja Rutter; and grandchildren, Bryson and Braxton Tignor.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Mandy Brown; sister, Joyce Elder; and parents.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Blood Cancer United Donor Services, PO Box 98018, Washington DC, 20090.
Caring Cremation® has taken place by the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME. To leave an online condolence and sign the guestbook please visit www.funeralhome.com.
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