Timothy R. Brown

Timothy "Tim" R. Brown, 68, of Rome N.Y., passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, at Rome Health with his loving family by his side. He was born on January 8, 1957, in Nedrow, N.Y., a son of the late Hadley and Mamie McArthur Brown, Sr. A gifted athlete, Tim graduated from RFA, where he made his mark as a standout running back on the football team, even earning himself recognition as an All American. He continued his education at Maryland University. On October 10, 1995, he married the love of his life Colleen Kessler in a ceremony which took place in Camillus, N.Y. Their marriage was filled with love, laughter, and unwavering support for over 30 years. Prior to his retirement, Tim was employed at the Central New York Psychiatric Center. He was well known throughout the community for his hard work and dedication as the owner of Browns Car Wash and The Body Shop Fitness Gym. Tim was also one of Jehovah's Witnesses and a devoted member of the Rome South Congregation. In his spare time he loved traveling, keeping up with sports, fishing, and barbecuing for his family, simple things that brought him so much joy.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Colleen Brown of Rome; two sons and daughter-in-laws, John and Stefanie Ringlehan of Rome, Jean Marc and Elizabeth Brown of Binghamton; daughter and son-in-law, Lea and Joshua Rhem of North Carolina; a sister, Edna Burke; five brothers, Michael and Gail Brown, Morris and Damaris Brown, Horace Brown, Hadley, Jr. and Heather Brown, and James Brown; he also adored his nine grandchildren who were the light of his life and his greatest source of pride, Nicole and Eddie Bentley, Jenna (Connor) Schlick, McKenna, Kennedy, Addison, Kendall, and Ryan Rhem, Hadley Mae and Sterling Grace Brown; along with several nieces and nephews. A special thank you to lifelong friend Steve Mcdonald. He was predeceased by his two brothers, Jonathan and Phillip Brown.

Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Strong-Burns and Sprock Funeral Home, 7751 Merrick Road, Rome. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by a celebration of life at The Stanwix Veterans and Men's Club of Rome. The Brown family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and staff from 2 North and the ICU of Rome Health, with special acknowledgments to Kelly, Robin, Elyse, Jess, and Spencer for the compassionate care that they provided to Tim and his family.