tnmynatt Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 My dad passed away very peacefully on Monday, Oct. 8th. I was blessed to have been able to care for him the last 10 days of his life. He was a GREAT dad and he will be sorely missed. My mom is doing well. I hated to leave her. Here is his obituary: Ocala - David Adolphus Brown, 86, passed away on October 8, 2007. Born in Wilmington, NC on January 19, 1921 to Edward Paschal and Ruby Pearl Brown. He moved to Dunnellon in 1925 with his family and graduated from Dunnellon High School in 1938. He served on active duty in the U. S. Naval Reserve in World War II and the Korean Conflict. Dave had a long career in the railroad industry retiring on February 1, 1986 as Regional Sales Manager with Norfolk Southern Railway in Birmingham, AL. He was also associated with Bob Rogers Realty, Dunnellon, for 16 years after retirement He moved to the Ocala area in 1986 and was a member of First United Methodist Church, Dunnellon, and Golden Hills Golf & Turf Club. He was a member of the Vero Beach Masonic Lodge and lifetime member of the Mahi Shriners, Miami, FL. He was predeceased by his son, Augustus Edward Brown and is survived by his wife of 54 years, Nita; son, David Adolphus Brown II, Jacksonville, FL; daughters Tina Mynatt, Alcoa, TN, and Gloria Jean Brown, Gatlinburg, TN; sister, Catherine Davis, Vero Beach, FL; grandson, Jonathan Brown; granddaughters Rebecca and Caroline Brown, Hershey, PA; granddaughters Rachel and Amanda Mynatt and Augusta Brown, Alcoa, TN; and granddaughter Hannah Dyer, Gatlinburg, TN; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Brown will be Friday, October 12, 2007 at 10 a.m. at ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL with Rev. Eddie Fulford, First United Methodist Church of Dunnellon, officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, October 11, 2007 from 5 - 7 p.m. Burial will be in Dunnellon Memorial Gardens. Those who wish may make a donation to Hospice of Marion County or your favorite charity. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME OF DUNNELLON is in charge of all arrangements. Published in the Ocala Star-Banner from 10/10/2007 - 10/11/2007. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 So sorry to hear this news. My deepest thoughts Prayers and Condolences go out to you and the girls and the Whole Family. Strength Peace and Love be the memories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 I'm so sorry!! Prayers going up for comfort and peace. God Bless!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyr Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 my condolences on the loss of your Dad. wendyr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather_T Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 I amm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkelley Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 So sorry Tina, prayers and hugs for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laban Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tina, Please accept my most sincere condolences for the loss of your Dad. My prayers are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tina, I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. I'm happy to read that you spent quality time with him during his final days. So sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tina, I am so very sorry. This is so hard for your family, first Charlie and now your Dad. You and your family are in my prayers. God Be with you all. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I'm so sorry. I know you were excellent in your care for him and I know you will misshim. I am sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss Tina. You are such a special brave woman. Many hugs to you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tina, Very sorry for your loss. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 My sympathies on the loss of your dad. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I am so sorry, Tina. The obituary is indicative of just what a remarkable man he was. I hope the last 10 days you were privileged to share with your dad provide you with the knowledge of what a wonderful daughter you are. I will most certainly be offering prayers for your dad and entire family. And BTW.............I am so very close to Hershey, PA. If you ever come this way to visit those 2 young ladies, please let me know. Sending strength and comfort your way, Tina, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tina- I am so sorry for your loss. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear this news. May you find comfort and stregth in the arms of your family in the days to come Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I am so sorry You have been through way too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tina, I am so sorry, please accept my deepest condolences. I will keep you in my prayers. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtay Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 thinking of you Dawn x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tina, I am so sorry about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted October 14, 2007 Author Share Posted October 14, 2007 Thanks for all your replies. Your support is greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Tina, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. Just remember to watch for the signs. He'll be watching over you. Ellie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 It's just so sad...I can hardly believe it. I am praying for you! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Tina I am just so sorry. Just so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Oh Tina I am so sorry you are going through a loss again. It seems like yesterday you lost your soulmate now your dad. This is so unfair. My deepest condolences goes out to you and your mom. This is such sad news. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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