David William Brown Sr., 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, January 23, 2023.

Mr. Brown was born June 25, 1939, in Baltimore, Md., the son of the late Baxter William Brown and Ruby Hutchinson Brown. David was a graduate of Sparrows Point High School in Baltimore and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He made his career as a supervisor in the furniture industry.

In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his wife, Linda G. Brown; his son, David W. Brown Jr.; his brothers Tony Brown and Paul Brown; and his sisters, Mary Pickler and Brenda Bullin.

Those left to cherish David’s life and memory include his children, son Kerry Brown (JoAnne), daughter Deanna Greenfield (Doug), daughter Kathleen Robinson, daughter Sandy Brown, and son Randy Brown; 13 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren;  his brother Donald Brown (Ida), sister Nancy Robinson, and several nieces and nephews.

The family plans to conduct a private celebration of life.

In lieu of flowers those wishing to make memorials are asked to consider the Wounded Warrior Project.

Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.