Dale G. Brown

Dale Gordon Brown March 26, 1935 - September 30, 2024 Dale, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 30th, 2024, at the age of 89. Dale is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Shirley Brown, his daughter, Dawaynia Brown both of Fairfield, Ca and his son Timothy Brown of Vacaville, Ca. Dale has two grandchildren, Steven Bastiaen of Eugene, Or. and Lauren Murphy of Chico, Ca. Dale has one surviving brother Ted Brown of Sault Ste. Marie, Mi. "Uncle Dale" as he was lovingly referred, has numerous nieces and nephews from his brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his father Gordon, mother Beatrice, sisters Jean and Peg, and brothers Dean and Barney. Born in Pickford, MI on March 26, 1935. Dale was the son of Gordon and Beatrice Brown. He grew up on the farm which instilled in him the work ethic to become a great employee. Over the years he would work for General Motors, enlist in the United States Air Force and various odd jobs. Being in the Air Force allowed him to see various parts of the country. While he was stationed at Beale Air Force Base, Ca, he met the girl of his dreams, Ms. Shirley Long. They continued to cross paths and ended up attended the same church in Olivehurst, Ca where he sang and she played the piano. He married Shirley on October 6th, 1961, and they would eventually move to Fairfield, Ca. in 1963. That same year he joined the ranks of Civil Service as a Refrigeration Technician. Over the next few years, they would welcome their daughter, Dawaynia and son, Timothy. He worked for the Civil Service and an outside contracting company for years from 1961 until he retired in 2014 to help care for his wife and daughter. His children remember him as devoted man of God who was always willing to lend a hand to help anyone in need. He spent time volunteering with The Fairfield High School Scarlet Brigade Band as one of the drivers for the equipment truck during the years that his son was involved in the band and for many years after. He was on the committee that voted to establish North Bay Regional Center and the development of Irene Larson Center. Dale was extremely passionate about his relationship with God, The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit. You could always find him in devotions, praying or talking about his beliefs. Dale, alongside his wife, Shirley taught Sunday School for over 50 years and helped numerous children find their way to salvation. Dale was a passionate giver and would sacrificially give without hesitation if he thought that it was what God would have him do. He would give to any charitable organization that he felt was in line with his personal and religious beliefs. The celebration of life is scheduled for October 12, 2024 at 10:00 am at New Hope Church of the Nazarene, 800 Jefferson St, Fairfield, Ca. His pastor, Scott Walker, will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dale's life. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be given in his name to any of his favorite charities, any charity that is close to your heart or a random act of kindness in his name. Some of his favorite charities are: Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Boys Town New Hope Church of the Nazarene, Fairfield, CA New Horizon Church of the Nazarene, Pickford MI Wounded Warrior Foundation

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Dale G. Brown

March 26, 1935 - September 30, 2024