In Memory Of
Thomas Frederick Brown
1935
2023
Thomas Frederick Brown
May 29, 1935 — February 12, 2023
Reverend Doctor Thomas Frederick Brown, 87, of Syracuse, passed away February 12, 2023.
Tom was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 29, 1935 to the late Charles and Gladys Brown (Inglesh) and step-parents Elizabeth and Charles Pinkstaff.
Tom was a graduate of Cranbrook School, Bloomfield Hills, MI; Albion College, Albion, MI, Boston University School of Theology, Boston, MA; and McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago, IL.
Tom was a Methodist minister in Union Springs, NY; Sodus, NY; Middleham, Yorkshire, UK; North Rose, NY; Hawes, Yorkshire, UK; Auburn, NY; Massena, NY and Marcellus, NY. He lived his faith daily.
He taught American Red Cross CPR classes for many years, was a member of Rotary, was actively involved in the community and always answered the call from anyone in need.
He especially loved spending summers at Happy's Island, Sage Lake, Michigan with his family and avidly pursued swimming, sailing, and watching favorite movies in the summers. In the winter he loved skiing, ping-pong and organizing a community Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl football game. He loved animals and always had a beloved canine companion in his life. His hobbies later in life included playing ping-pong and croquet and he enjoyed playing daily with whoever rose to the challenge.
He was predeceased by his wife Kaye Brown. Tom is survived by four daughters, Suzan Brown(Russell Holland), Kimberly Heasley (Curt), Heather Latham(Mark); Molly-Beth Brown; a son, Dr. Mark Brown (Mijin); grandchildren, Calvin and Sylvie Brown, and Tom Murn (Camryn); and great-grandson, James Thomas Murn.
The family would like to thank Edie, Kara, Jenn, Kim C., Faith, Cheryl, Marsha, Diane and Peggy who helped enable Tom and Kaye to remain in their home as long as possible.
The family would also like to thank the staff and community of Brookdale Bellevue, and the staff of Upstate Community Hospital 3 West.
A private family Celebration of Life will be held in the future.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Tom's name to National Ski Patrol, Rotary International, or the Marcellus or North Rose United Methodist Church.
To share a memory of Thomas or to leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.
Tom was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 29, 1935 to the late Charles and Gladys Brown (Inglesh) and step-parents Elizabeth and Charles Pinkstaff.
Tom was a graduate of Cranbrook School, Bloomfield Hills, MI; Albion College, Albion, MI, Boston University School of Theology, Boston, MA; and McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago, IL.
Tom was a Methodist minister in Union Springs, NY; Sodus, NY; Middleham, Yorkshire, UK; North Rose, NY; Hawes, Yorkshire, UK; Auburn, NY; Massena, NY and Marcellus, NY. He lived his faith daily.
He taught American Red Cross CPR classes for many years, was a member of Rotary, was actively involved in the community and always answered the call from anyone in need.
He especially loved spending summers at Happy's Island, Sage Lake, Michigan with his family and avidly pursued swimming, sailing, and watching favorite movies in the summers. In the winter he loved skiing, ping-pong and organizing a community Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl football game. He loved animals and always had a beloved canine companion in his life. His hobbies later in life included playing ping-pong and croquet and he enjoyed playing daily with whoever rose to the challenge.
He was predeceased by his wife Kaye Brown. Tom is survived by four daughters, Suzan Brown(Russell Holland), Kimberly Heasley (Curt), Heather Latham(Mark); Molly-Beth Brown; a son, Dr. Mark Brown (Mijin); grandchildren, Calvin and Sylvie Brown, and Tom Murn (Camryn); and great-grandson, James Thomas Murn.
The family would like to thank Edie, Kara, Jenn, Kim C., Faith, Cheryl, Marsha, Diane and Peggy who helped enable Tom and Kaye to remain in their home as long as possible.
The family would also like to thank the staff and community of Brookdale Bellevue, and the staff of Upstate Community Hospital 3 West.
A private family Celebration of Life will be held in the future.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Tom's name to National Ski Patrol, Rotary International, or the Marcellus or North Rose United Methodist Church.
To share a memory of Thomas or to leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.
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