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Richard Warren Brown

October 3, 1932 - December 12, 2013

Richard Warren Brown, 81, of Galveston, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2013, at The Meridian. A 3rd generation BOI, Richard was born October 3, 1932, to Charles August and Bessie Katherine (Miller) Brown. He served in the US Army and the Coast Guard Reserves and retired from UTMB after 41 years of service. Richard’s primary duties were that of an x-ray technician, however he served in numerous other capacities, such as operating the heart-lung machine and co-authoring numerous published research articles with the departments of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Interventional Radiology, and Anesthesiology. Richard was a member of Holy Family Parish, Galveston Knights of Columbus #787, and the Serra Club. He enjoyed fishing and crabbing at his fishing camp and was known for his sparkling sense of humor. Children and animals had a special love for Richard.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Charles Thomas Brown.

Richard is survived by his wife of 55 years, Glenda Franklin Brown; daughter, Debra Flynn and husband, George; son, Richard Kevin Brown; granddaughters, Katie Zeka and husband, Jason; and Meagan Baker and husband, David; great granddaughter, Sophia Zeka; sister, Olivia Johnson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Richard’s family will receive visitors beginning at 5:00 pm, Monday, December 16th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home. A rosary will begin at 6:00 pm, led by Deacon Sam Dell’Olio.

Funeral service will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, December 17th, at Malloy & Son Funeral Home with Father Paul Chovanec officiating. Entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Mausoleum.

Pallbearers will be Chris Otte, Scott Livanec, Jesus Dueri, Rod Hicks, Robert Green, and Dwayne Green.

Honorary pallbearers will be Wayne Crow, Bill Fullen, Liborio Ruiz, Gil Livanec, Bill Otte, and Gary Praker.

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Richard Warren Brown, 81, of Galveston, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2013, at The Meridian. A 3rd generation BOI, Richard was born October 3, 1932, to Charles August and Bessie Katherine (Miller) Brown. He served in the US Army and the Coast Guard Reserves and retired from UTMB after 41 years of service. Richard’s primaryContinue Reading

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Jeff and Missy Weaver left a message on November 30, -0001:
We loved sitting with Mr. Brown on his porch sharing stories and mostly laughing. We only knew him for a short time but it felt like a lifetime. We will miss his friendly smile and laughter but rejoice that he is in a better place with our Lord. Our sincere sympathy to the entire family. Jeff, Missy, and Camryn
Bryan Green and Family left a message on November 30, -0001:
We will miss Uncle Richard and all of his antics. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and sympathy Bryan, Jennifer and boys
Bert Livanec left a message on November 30, -0001:
My thoughts and prayers with Glenda, Ricky, Deborah and everyone. I wish I could be there to see the Admiral off on his final voyage. I know the island will never be the same but his memories, stories and character will live forever through all of us. Picture him standing at the Pearly Gates, hands up in the air as the words " I ain't lying now....." God Bless you R. Brown.
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