Obituaries

Charles Edward Brown, Jr., 87, passed away on March 1st, 2020 at Serenity Hospice Care in Dublin, GA. 

Charlie was born in Fulton, NY on September 24th, 1932, to parents Mary Elizabeth Brown (née Clark) and Charles Edward Brown, Sr.

He was a graduate of Liverpool High School and SUNY Oswego, and served in U.S. Army during the Korean War.

He held many jobs during his life, including managing Heid's of Liverpool, and for decades, he taught Finish Carpentry at Oswego County BOCES.

Mr. Brown was a devoted teacher and beloved by his students, remaining close with many of them long after graduation.

He was a passionate carpenter, artist, and painter, and was a longtime Syracuse University men's basketball fan.

He also loved to golf, and was in a couple's league with his wife of 60 years, Patricia.

Charlie was an avid cook, and enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family and beloved dogs and cats.

After retiring, Charlie and Pat relocated to Warner Robins, GA.

Charlie was a man of great faith, and served as a deacon at Maple View Baptist Church and others throughout his life. He was even known to fill in for the pastor and give a sermon to the congregation when called upon. 

He is predeceased by his parents, his son, Mark Brown, his sister Beverly Shoemaker, his brother, Mason Brown, and his wife, Patricia, who passed away in 2017.

He is survived by 3 children, Kathleen (Carl) Wood of Dublin GA, Michael (Monica) Brown of Painted Post, NY, and Kelly (Michael) Dunsmoor of Oswego, NY; 5 grandchildren, Sara (John) Stover of Dublin,GA, Jason Wood of Atlanta, GA, Clinton (Julia) Dunsmoor of Owasco, NY, JoBeth (Conor) Kirchner of Liverpool, NY, and Alexander Brown of Painted Post, NY, as well as 5 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Charlie was cherished by his family and made an impact on all who had the honor to cross paths with him. 

Calling hours will be held at Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home at 112 E. 2nd Street in Oswego, NY, on March 6th, 2020, from 3:00pm-5:00pm followed by a funeral service. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Charlie's name to your local animal shelter.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life." John 3:16