William G. Brown Sr.

William G. Brown Sr. obituary

William G. Brown Sr.

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William Brown Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Costa Memorial Home on Nov. 6, 2025.

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William G. Brown, Sr. 85, of Hasbrouck Heights passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Born in Passaic to the late Grace and William F. Brown. He received his Bachelors Degree in Architecture from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. Before retiring, William was an architect and interior designer for Swankie, Hayden and Connell Architectural Firm in New York City. He was a faithful parishioner of the Church of the Presentation in Upper Saddle River, a member of the Building Committee and a former member of the Parish Council. Beloved husband of Antoinette (nee Spaldo) Brown. Devoted father of William G. Brown, Jr. and his wife Debora, Suzanne C. Masotti and her husband Joseph, Eric C. Brown and his wife Tabatha and Brittan H. Brown and his wife Marguerita. Dear brother of Donna Siraki and the late Sandra Silva. Loving grandfather of nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

A Funeral Mass will be offered at the Church of the Presentation in Upper Saddle River on Saturday, January, 10, 2026 at 11:15 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Church of the Presentation 271 W. Saddle River Rd. Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 would be appreciated. Arrangements are by Costa Memorial Home in Hasbrouck Heights.

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Upcoming Events

Jan

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Funeral Mass

11:15 a.m.

Church of the Presentation

271 W. Saddle River Rd., Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458

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Services provided by

Costa Memorial Home