Edward Leroy Brown, Jr.

Edward Leroy “Bud” Brown, Jr. of Tempe, Arizona passed away on May 31, 2018 in Show Low, Arizona. He was 68. Bud was born on December 2, 1949 in East Liverpool, Ohio to the late Edward Leroy and Audrey (Wilhelm) Brown.

Bud was a dedicated veteran of the United States Navy before being Honorably Discharged. He had a true love of Country. He worked for the City of Tempe for 27 years before his retirement in 2008. Upon his retirement he enjoyed spending his summers in the beautiful White Mountains of Arizona.

He was a generous, hardworking man who was always taking care of others. He loved his family and enjoyed spending as much time with them as possible. A loving husband and father he will be deeply missed by all.

He is survived by his loving wife, Lorraine Brown of Tempe, Arizona; children, Christopher (Jessica) Ansley of Maricopa, Arizona, Rusty Brown of Brigham, Utah, Jason Brown of Phoenix, Arizona and Robert (Brandi) Ansley of Tempe; 11 grandchildren, Micah, Madyson, Derek, Haley, Braydon, Wyatt, Daniel, DePaul, JR, Andre and Lexi; sister, Terry Brown of Gilbert, Arizona and a brother, Dave Brown of Ohio.

Private services are planned.