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ALVIN BROWN

1914 - 2017

ALVIN BROWN obituary, 1914-2017, Tacoma, WA

BORN

1914

DIED

2017

ALVIN BROWN Obituary

Alvin Huron Brown Lived a wonderful life of 103 years. He began a long and purposeful journey to a life well lived on January 22, 1914. His journey ended on November 26, 2017, in Seattle, WA, having had success with his family, professional and personal life. Alvin was the son of Harry and Alpharetta Brown of Tacoma, WA. He graduated from Stadium High school where he was president of his senior class in 1932. He attended College of Puget Sound and grauated from Stanford University in 1936, with a degree in economics. Alvin married Anita-Nell McGinnis in 1935. After graduation they settled in Tacoma and he began his 40 year career in the candy business working for Brown and Haley and then Harry Brown Confections. In 1950 the family moved to Seattle and Alvin became President of Rogers Candy Co. He was preceded in death by Anita-Nell in 1974. They had five daughters, Sharron Holtz, Judy Nilsen, Nancy Blessing, Sally Harris and Nita Mortensen. In 1976 he married Elizabeth (Betty) Blessing and gained an additional daughter, Betsy Fornoff and a son, David Blessing. Elizabeth survives him, as do all of his children. He also leaves behind 16 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 8 great-great grandchildren. As an avid fisherman for forty years he spent one week each summer fishing with his brothers, sons-in-law, and nephews in Canada. Alvin also enjoyed fishing with Betty at his cabin in Winthrop. He also loved golf and played into his 90's. During his work life he was president of the National Confectioners Association and also president of the Seattle Downtown Kiwanis Club. He was part of the formation of Junior Achivement, now known as DECA. As an active member of the Magnolia United Church of Christ, 3555 W McGraw St, Seattle, WA the memorial service will be held there on December 14, 2017 at 1 P.M. He led a blessed life and was a true Northwest original. Alvin will be missed by his loving family and friends and the world is a better place because of his journey. Memorial donations may be made to The Crista Foundation, 19301 Kings Garden Drive N., Shoreline, WA 98133 and to the Magnolia United Church of Christ.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Dec. 3, 2017.

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January 2, 2018

My condolences go out to the family of Alvin. Im so sorry to hear of his passing. May God comfort and strengthen the entire family during this difficult time.

December 14, 2017

A thoughtful, beautifully written obituary. Wishing you all God's peace.
Merle Harris

Linda

December 8, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss. May God's word at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 bring you comfort and peace.

Sarah Lukenbill

December 4, 2017

Rest In Peace, Grandpa. You are the truest example of a loving and devoted Patriarch.

We are forever grateful for the wisdom, adventure, steady hand, and love you gave us!

Thank you for providing our family with so much love and laughter. And, although our hearts are missing you desperately today, your love for us will be the comfort we seek in the days, months, and years ahead.

I love you,

Sarah Elizabeth Lukenbill

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