William Brown
April 26, 2014
William Brown, 72, died Saturday, April 26, 2014, at home surrounded by family, after a tough battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2014, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m., also at the funeral home.
William was born January 19, 1942, in Des Moines, Iowa, to James Lester Brown and Helen Marie (Boyd) Brown. He was a graduate of Saydel High School and served in the United States Army. William worked as a pressman for Meredith Publishing/R.R. Donnelley where he retired in 2001.
William enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the Iowa Hawkeyes, Western shows, and spending time with his grandson.
William is survived by his wife of 49 years, Georginia; sons, James B. Brown and William R. Brown; daughter, Linda M. Davis; grandson, Ryan J. Davis; sisters, Beverly Dennis and Terry (John) Burgess; brothers-in-law, Jim Finken and Antonio Fazio; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Betty Finken and Darlene Fazio; and brother-in-law, Robert Dennis.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society in loving memory of William.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Angie Davis
05/01/2014
Linda,Ryan & Georginia,
Cherish the memories you had together and stay strong through this tough time. I'm so sorry for your loss.
pat andrews
05/01/2014
I'M so sorry for your loss.Bill was a hell of a guy.
Melissa Houlsworth
05/01/2014
Georginia, so sorry for your loss. Saying prayers for your family.
Craig and Lea Boyd
04/30/2014
Craig will miss ole couse, they spent a lot of time sipping on beer and talking about old times. Our condolences to the Georgina and the family.
Charlotte (Ashley) Iaria
04/30/2014
Georgina, I'm so sad to hear about the loss of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Weber
04/30/2014
Georgina, I'm so sorry to have read about Bill's passing. My condolences to you and your family.
Don and Stacey Webb
04/29/2014
We are so sorry for your loss of your father Jim and Bill, and the rest of the family. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.