Larry R. Brown, 79 on Thursday, November 10, 2022, passed away surrounded by family Beloved husband of the late Alice Faye Brown (nee Dodson) Loving father of Derrick Ray (Michelle) Brown, Eric Jason (Kirsten) Brown, and Darrin Lee (Josh Brooner) Brown Cherished grandpa of Brittany (Josh) Miller, Kristina Spice, Derrick Brown Jr., Eric Brown Jr., and Lauren Brown Great-grandpa of Liam Brown and soon to be baby Miller Dear brother of many siblings Larry was a Vietnam veteran who served with the United States Air Force. He was a father, grandpa, great-grandpa, son, and brother. He was strong, courageous, gentle, kind and oh so brave. He built a life on service and sacrifice. Larry could relate to people from all walks of life. He was an empathetic man. He valued character over pedigree. He looked for the good in each person – and usually found it. Larry taught us that public service is noble and necessary; that one can serve with integrity and hold true to important values like family and faith. He encouraged and comforted, but never steered. We all tested his patience, but he always responded with the greatest gift of unconditional love. He was firm in principles and supportive as we began to seek our own ways. Larry strongly believed that it is important to give back to the community and country in which we lived. He recognized that serving others enriched the giver's soul. To us, he was the brightest of a thousand points of light. We love and will miss you deeply. Visitation November 18, 2022 from 8am - 10am Service to start at 10am Full Military Honors will be held at Cedar Grove Cemetery at 2pm