It is with heavy hearts the family of Charles Allen Brown announce he passed peacefully Monday, January 31, 2022 at his home in Sault Ste Marie surrounded by his loving wife Carolyn and their three children: Janice, Michael and Carl at his bedside.
Charles is survived by his beloved wife Carolyn Brown. Cherished father of Janice (Rick) Hallam, Michael (Betty Jo) Brown, Carl (Keren) Brown. So very proud of his seven grandchildren: Rob (Jessica), Tom (Chantel), Brandon Hallam, Adam (Ann Marie), Daniel (Britney), Brittany (Marcus), and Sadie. Loving Great Grandfather of ten: Kinsley, Emmett, Dov, Gabriel, Rachel, Parker, Stanely, Jack, Connor and Jaxon. Dear brother of the late Raymond (Shirley), Barb (late Heino) Mineur, George (Sally), Joyce (Johnny) Grasley, Carol (Dan) Lewis, and Lawrence (Mary Jo), step brothers Bob, Jody, and the late Ron Jeffery.
His battle with cancer in recent years showed his strength and courage in facing life's challenges with a smile. Despite knowing what the outcome of this rare and aggressive cancer was to become, he remained strong and a hero to his family and friends, who will continue to honor his life by living their lives to the fullest.
Charles met the love of his life Carolyn at a friend's wedding. A love story began from their first dance that evening and continued through an amazing 60 years together. His jolly personality was contagious to everyone he met. Charles began teaching in 1956 becoming principal in 1969 at D.T. Walkom, later M.J. Dacey, Prince of Wales and finally Parkland. Charles retired in 1991 then continued his involvement with Nipissing University College as a local area coordinator. He enjoyed his time at the cottage and working in volunteering capacities. He was a Shriner, a member of the Willowgrove United Church and the Royal Canadian Legion for many years.
A Celebration of Charlie's Life will be held at Willowgrove United Church on Monday, February 7, 2022 at 2 pm. Mrs. Helen Smith officiating. Please register to attend by phone at 705-254-5095 or email [email protected] no later than Friday at 4 pm. Vaccination protocols will be followed. Memorial contributions (payable by cheque) to the Canadian Cancer Society or other charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington Street E. 705-759-2522). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Brown family.