Dennis R. Brown, 76, beloved husband of Brenda Brown, passed away on September 13, 2023.
Born in Greenville, South Carolina, Dennis was a son of the late Wheeler William Brown and Geneva Pressley Brown.
Dennis proudly served in the U.S. Army where he demonstrated a sense of duty and courage that will be remembered and honored. He was an outdoorsman, finding solace in the beauty of nature. With a passion for hunting and fishing, he spent many hours in the woods and on the water, embracing the serenity that these activities brought him. He also had a deep love for sports, avidly supporting his favorite teams, the Clemson Tigers, the Carolina Panthers, and the Atlanta Braves. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR.
Although he enjoyed his leisure activities, Dennis was a hardworking individual. His career as a truck driver allowed him to explore different places and experience life on the open road. He also spent his free time taking great care of and working around his property.
Beyond his professional life, Dennis was a family man. He cherished his family and treasured the time spent with them. Their bond was strong and enduring, a testament to his commitment and unwavering love. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a doting grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all those whose lives he touched.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, David (Candace) Lanier, Daniel (Melissa) Brown Sr., and Darren Brown; grandchildren, Austin (Courtney) Lanier, Alexis Lanier, Ashton Lanier, Daniel Brown Jr., Thomas Brown, Michael Brown, Karson Mannhein, and Kaleb Johnson; brother, Billy Brown; and sisters, Beverly Trammell and Brenda Ducker.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Brown.
A visitation will be held Monday, September 18, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest with the funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be held in Mountain View Memorial Park at 2:45 p.m.
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