Andrew P. Brown Jr.

Mr. Andrew P. Brown Jr, affectionately known as Jr or Andy. was the eldest of eight. Born July 20th, 1936 in Money, Mississippi to Andrew Phillip & Ida Mae (Frasier) Brown. Following the untimely death of Andrew Senior, Ida Mae later remarried Sammie D. McSwine. The McSwine's then moved to Indianapolis where they blended their new families.

Andrew married the love of his life Jessie Ruth (Gray) in September, 1960 and they had one child, Geary. Andrew grew up on the South side of Indianapolis attending School 23/56 for elementary, School 19 for middle school and graduating from Manuel High in 1956.

Andrew was an all around athlete in school competing in track & field, cross country and on the basketball team where he was an outstanding player. His love for basketball was so strong that all of his brothers followed in his footsteps.

After graduating High School, Andrew went to work for Kingdom Meat Packing which later became High Grade. He then went onto join the ranks of Eli Lilly Pharmaceutical where he held many positions, including professional transportation engineer. After various assignments Andrew retired after 39 years.

Andrew was an avid music lover and collector of all things. One of his favorite activities was going to outdoor concerts to take in live music, particularly Reggae, Calypso and Jazz. He was also passionate about golf and loved to play and spectate, often reminiscing about having met Tiger Woods.

Andrew was known for his quick wit and his ability to banter, and oh was he good at it. He was the king at playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks. He particularly enjoyed challenging his brothers. Two of his favorite sayings were, "By George, I'm stronger than I look, don't press your luck" and "You only finish to begin".

His family was the center and love of his life, as he frequently shared stories about his son Geary and his granddaughter Shelby, their achievements and accolades.

He will be remembered for his kind and compassionate spirit. He loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed. God Bless you Andrew.

Andrew was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Sr., Father, Sammie D, Mother Ida Mae, Brother, Marion C, and his Sister Eloise.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth, his son Geary (Kim, grand-daughter Shelby), and his brothers George E. (Louvenia) Brown, Sammie D. (Florence) McSwine, Lewis G. (Bonnie) McSwine, Melvin L. (LaTanya) McSwine, and Leviticus (Otis) McSwine.