BUXTON- Frederick Minor Brown, Sr. (Brownie), age 85, passed away on Monday April 8th, 2024, fighting a battle with honorable strength.
Frederick was born in Portland Maine on January 21st, 1939, a son of the late Tom Brown and Ruth Sparks.
For over 20 years, Fred was dedicated to his truck driving job for major companies. He spent over 25 years as a custodian for the Westbrook school department. A job he loved dearly. There was always laughter and joy wherever Fred went. His blunt and playful personality always lit up the room. He loved strongly and was never afraid to speak his mind!
Frederick married his high school sweetheart Caroline Eva Brown. A true soulmate. Their marriage lasted over 60 years! They were always side by side. Their love for each other was genuine and sincere.
He was a loving father and grandfather “Papa”. His son (Frederick M. Brown Jr) and daughter (Caroline E. Brown). He was blessed with two beautiful grandchildren (Stephanie R. Michaud) and (Caitlin E. Michaud).
His hobbies included water skiing and hunting. He took pride in supporting his son in the Eagle Scouts. His grandchildren were the apples of his eyes. He loved taking them to movies, shopping, and restaurants. He helped raise them and supported their dreams.
Frederick was in the National Guard. He also started applying to the Masons.
Frederick Brown loved with a big heart. He had a way of reuniting people through his humor. He was an honorable man who moved mountains for those he loved. He never gave up. Even at the end.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday April 13th at 3pm at the Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service Chapel, 498 Long Plains Road (Route 22), Buxton. Burial will be at South Buxton Cemetery on May 3rd at 11am. Online condolence messages can be submitted at www.mainefuneral.com.