Obituary of Arthur Brown

Arthur “Murray” Brown, of Astle, NB, husband of Emma (St. Pierre) Brown, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2011 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 22, 1929 in Avery’s Portage, he was the son of the late Leonard and Maria (Palmer) Brown. Murray was previously a Well Driller with Green’s Well Drilling. He was affiliated with St. Joachim’s Roman Catholic Church. Murray was known for his meticulous house building and pristine cabinetry work. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, picnicking and camping but his greatest pastime was playing music. Murray was an exceptional fiddler, even making his own fiddle and leading the family country band for several years. Murray will be remembered as a loving husband, active father and grandfather and for being wise at a very young age. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Besides his wife, Emma, Murray is survived by his children, Nancy (Gary) Pollick of Fredericton, Annette (Monte) Price of Williamsburg, Roger Brown of Fredericton, Sheila (Alfred) Barker of Fredericton and Imelda (Steven) Wilmot of Astle; 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; brother, George Leonard (Barb) Brown of Astle. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Carmen (Hunter) Brown; sister, Mable Brown and brother, Harlan Brown. Although there will be no services by request, for those who wish, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick, the Kidney Foundation or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com