Obituaries — 14 February 2012
It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Marshall Robert Brown on February 4, 2012 with his family at his side.Marshall is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ines; sons Victor (Deb) and Ron (Barb); by four grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; his sister Marion Marcellus as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Marshall was born June 29, 1925 in Dryden to Robert and Dagney Brown and worked and lived in the Eagle River, Vermilion Bay and Dryden area.
He served overseas in World War II and following the war was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He was also a life member of the Masonic Lodge. He was employed for many years with Alex Wilson Coldstream Ltd. retiring as a Supervisor.
At Marshall’s request cremation will take place and there will be a private memorial service and interment of ashes at a later date.
Should friends desire, donations to a charity of one’s choice may be made through the Stevens Funeral Homes “Moffat Chapel”, P.O. Box 412, Dryden, ON P8N 2Z1. Condolences may be emailed to sympathycard@shaw.ca subject: Brown.
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