John Brown

John William Earl Brown, passed away while vacationing with his family on July 24, 2019. His family was with him when he passed. Born November 28, 1939 in Cascade, he was the son of the late Stanley and Pauline Brown. He was pre-ceded in death by his wife Betty Brown.

Mr. Brown owned and operated Browns' Jewelry and Gift Store for nearly 40 years. He was an artisan who enjoyed designing special pieces for his valued clients. Prior to being a jeweler, Mr. Brown was a lab technician at Fort Detrick, Wayne

Laboratories, and the Maryland State Animal Health Lab.

Mr. Brown was a dedicated member of the Thurmont community. He served as a president of the Catoctin Colorfest, was a former member of the Board of Thurmont Main Street; and was a member of the Thurmont Lions Club where he recently received the International Association of Lions Clubs' Life Membership award for his long-time service with the Lions Club Eyeglass Program. As a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, John served on the church council both as a member and as a chair.

John was a devoted family man. He was most proud of this grandchildren and their many accomplishments. He was present for every award, graduation, and special event he could physically attend. He cherished time with his family, especially the traditional yearly vacation to Pine Knoll Shores, N.C., where he taught his grandchildren to fish, treated everyone to lovely dinners, and told tales that only he could tell.

Mr. Brown is survived by his daughter Stacey Brown-Hobbs and her husband Michael Hobbs and numerous grandchildren.