William Brown Obituary
Yadkinville - William Gilbert Brown, 83, passed away on February 28th, 2025. He was born May 27th, 1941 in Yadkin County, NC to the late Samuel Brown and Ima Southard Brown. Gilbert served in the U.S. Navy, serving four years on the USS Comstock. After serving his time in the navy he furthered his career where he served thirty years in the department of corrections. Twelve of the years as superintendent over the Yadkin County prison. During his employment, he and a fellow coworker established a school in Dobson, NC within the prison to provide inmates with educational opportunities. He was a member of the Freemasonry organization Lodge 162, serving as a past master. Gilbert served as the president of the Elkin/Jonesville Shrine club. Also, a member of the Eastern Star chapter #233. All who knew Gilbert know how caring, strong, and outgoing he was. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by father-in-law, JP Shore; mother-in-law, Annie Shore; brother-in-law, Tony Watson; nephew, Bobby Runyan. Gilbert is survived by his wife of 63 years, Margaret Shore Brown; sons, Robert Keith Brown, Billy Dale Brown (Ann), and Jason Sanford Brown; Grandchildren, Kayla Nicole Brown, Candice Ann Shore (Zane), Lauren Elizabeth Brown, and Hannah LeeAnn Brown; Great-Grandchildren, Brock Deen Lashley, Kaiden Isaiah Brown, Alexia Jayde Taylor, Landon Reid Brown, Emerson Marie Shore, Emilia Ann Shore, MacKenna Belle Jarrett, Ellie Reese Wood; Sister, Ethylene Watson; Niece, Tammy Watson VanHoy; Sister and Brother in Law, Robin (Fred) Cooper and Johnnie Shore.
A funeral service for Gilbert will be held 2:00 PM Friday, March 7, 2025 at Gentry Funeral Chapel in Yadkinville with Pastor Will Hamric officiating. Burial will follow at Flat Rock Baptist Church Cemetery in Hamptonville with full military honors by the Yadkin VFW Post 10346. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 PM on Friday at Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville.
In Gilbert's memory donations can be made to Shriners Children's organization for his many years serving as a Shriner.
Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville is serving the Brown family. Online condolences can be made at www.gentryfuneralservice.com.
People and places connected with William
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for William Brown
Make a Donation
in William Brown's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
How to support William's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor William Brown's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
