Kelly Brown of Easton, California passed away peacefully at home on October 19, 2023. Born September 27, 1942 in Hanford, California and moved to Easton when he was about seven or eight years old. He graduated from Washington Union High School in 1960.
Kelly is survived by his Wife Shirley “Bear” Brown, Daughter Kelley Ann “KanKan” Coulter and her husband Raymond “RayRay” Coulter, Granddaughter Kassidy “Rupper” Gongora and her husband Branden “Brandini” Gongora, Grandson Ted “T.J.” Norwood Jr, Great Grandchildren Kayden, Adria, and Jessejames Gongora, Brother Mike Brown, and two nieces and nephew.
Preceded in death by his parents Dorsey and Pearl Brown and son Larry Lee Brown.
Kelly was a Senior Heavy Equipment Operator for the City of Fresno for twenty-four years and retired in 2002. He enjoyed fishing, working in the yard, spending time with his family and friends, and sippin’ iced tea on the back porch with his “Bear”.
Kelly will be remembered for his quick-witted sense of humor, his never-ending smile, and his bright blue eyes.
All who knew him are welcome to attend and pay their respects.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 11:00 am at Lisle Funeral Home, 1605 “L” Street Fresno, CA 93721. Followed by graveside burial at Fresno Memorial Gardens.
Kelly’s spirit will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lislefuneralhome.com for the Brown family.