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Douglas Brown Obituary

NORTH PAWLET - Douglas Francis "Poppy" Brown, 72, died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014, at his home, after a long illness.

Born Jan. 7, 1942, in Rutland, he was the son of Velma (Corey) and Merritt "Tink" Brown.

Mr. Douglas worked at Telescope Casual Furniture in Granville, N.Y.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and was known for his gardens.

Survivors include his wife, Carol (Chamberlain) Brown, whom he married Sept. 29, 1962; three daughters, Kim Jones of West Pawlet, Molly Jones of Poultney and Melissa Mullen of North Pawlet; and five grandchildren.

The funeral service will be held at noon Sunday, Jan. 12, at Pawlet Community Church where friends may call from 11 a.m. prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Granville Rescue Squad, 64 East Potter Ave., Granville, NY 12832; or Senior Meals on Wheels, 80 Belden Road Unit 6, Rutland, VT 05701.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Robert M. King Funeral Home in Granville, N.Y.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Rutland Herald from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2014.

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tommy

January 15, 2014

Will miss you and the times we spent together listening to stories.you have a loving family.god bless and rest in peace pa.

Sara Beavin

January 13, 2014

Sincere sympathy to all of Poppy's family. I will, forever, remember his kindnesses to me.
Sara Beavin

January 12, 2014

In Florida, but thinking of all of the family through the loss of Uncle Doug.
Hugs for all

Larry Taylor

January 12, 2014

Was so sad to read this! and my thoughts and prayers to all his family, I have many fond memories of growing up in Danby and our times together.

Laurie Christie

January 12, 2014

My heart felt condolences for all. You are a wonderful family, and will continue to love and support each other, as will the community around you.

marj gillette

January 11, 2014

dougie was like a 2nd dad to me all those years.. i loved to listen to him & my dad tell their "hunting" stories... :) condolences to you all... love, margie

Joan McLellan West

January 11, 2014

Will always remember working in the apple orchard with Doug. May he rest in peace!

Gordon & Barbara Loveland

January 11, 2014

For all the Brown Family, our deepest sympathy for your loss.

January 10, 2014

Sorry for your loss Thoughts and Prayers are with you Margo Stone and Family

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