ROBERT DUANE BROWN
Robert Duane Brown, 55, of Connersville, passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021. He was born on September 21, 1966, in Hammond, to Ernest “Bob” Brown and Phyllis Garrison Brown.
Robert enlisted into the United States Navy in April of 1987, and served for six years. He obtained the rank of AO3. During his time in the Navy, he became a Shellback.
Robert attended Connersville Baptist Temple. He was a member of the Amvets, in Connersville.
Robert enjoyed all things fast, loud and manly. He was an avid sports fan and a collector of music. Most importantly he loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his mother, Phyllis; son, Josh Duane Brown; grandchildren, Maci and Sylas Brown; a sister-in-law, Lara Brown; niece and nephew, Cory and Katelynn Brown; his faithful dog, Layla; aunts and uncles, Raymond Garrison, Carolyn “Mick” Garrison, Annita Garrison, Cathy (Steve) Asay, Steve (Carmen) Garrison, Stephen Brown, Richard (Roberta) Brown and Jackie Church; his former wife, Raymonna May; and his personal caretakers, Linda Kalkhoff and RN, Jocelynn Snyder.
Robert was preceded in death by his father, Bob Brown; a brother, Mark Brown; aunt, Betty Garrison; and uncle, Ronald Garrison.
Visitation for Robert will be held on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, 513 W. 8th St. Connersville, from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 5 p.m. at the funeral home.
The Brown family would like to send their great appreciation and thank you to all Roberts’ caretakers over the years.