Christopher Bown, 53, of Hamilton, passed away Saturday, February 13 at Hospice of Hamilton. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Sr. and Gertrude Bown. Chris is survived by his brother, Thomas (Angela) Bown, Jr. and sister, Shannon Rayas; nephews, Bryan and Eric; nieces, Amy, Kaitlin, Yanira and Yesena as well as his guardian, Jennie Connel. A brief graveside service will be held at Rose Hill Burial Park, 2421 Princeton Road, Hamilton, at 1pm on Wednesday, February 17 with interment following.