Robert "Bobby" Brown

Robert “Bobby” Brown passed away at 12:35 on November 19, 2014 surrounded by his loving wife Judy, three children David, Christine, Jeff and favorite dog Benny under the care of Avow Hospice in Naples, Florida. Bobby was born on May 14, 1947 in Worcester, Massachusetts to Robert W. Brown Sr. and Marcelle DeMers. He was an exemplarily brother and protector to his three sisters, Joy, Suzanne, and Bev. He graduated from St. Peters Catholic High School in 1966. As the son of a proud World War II United States Marine veteran, he enlisted into the United States Navy and became an Electricians Mate. He deployed to Vietnam and served honorably on both the USS James E. Kyes and the USS McKean earning the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class. While docked at Long Beach, California he met his best friend and lifelong partner, Judith Lorraine Beaulieu. They were married in Torrance, California on January 18, 1969. After separating from the Navy, Bobby returned to Worcester, Massachusetts with his bride for a position as an electrician with New England Power. Robert and Judith brought three children into the world; David, Christine, and Jeffrey and built their first home in Auburn, Massachusetts. He was essential in the expansion of nuclear power throughout the United States and moved his family to Florida in 1980 to expand Florida Power and Light’s Nuclear Power Plant to two operational units as an Instrument and Control Inspector and Safety Officer at the St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant on Hutchinson Island. He was a dedicated husband and father with several labors of love including Boy Scout Leader, Little League Umpire, and Coach to any sport his children pursued. His other passions included golfing and boating which earned him the nickname “Captain Bob” to the many nieces and nephews that would visit Florida on vacations. He was also a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and a pillar of the community for his countless hours of volunteer service to a multitude of community programs and charities. He retired from Florida Power and Light in 2005 and pursued his love of golf and the outdoors. He could usually be found out on the fairways of the PGA Country Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida telling stories and maintaining a single digit handicap. He will always be remembered for his incredible story telling abilities and genuine love for fellow man and family. He truly was a fantastic son, husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, mentor, and leader that will be missed by many. He is survived by his wife, three children, three grand-children, two great grandchildren, mother, and three sisters. Please consider a contribution in Bobby's memory to the Alzheimer's Support Network 660 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 21 Naples,FL 34102 (239) 262-8388 info@alzsupport.org http://www.alzsupport.org/