David Wayne Brown was born in Berkley, California on June 29, 1944 and died peacefully in his home February 6, 2021. He leaves his loving wife Rita, son David, daughter Candyce, son in law Brian, and their two granddaughters Allyson and Avery. He was preceded by his parents, a brother, and a sister. He is survived by his brother Ken Brown, brother and sister in laws, as well several nieces and nephews.
David served over seven years active duty in the Air Force, joined the Air Force Reserves, worked 25+ years as a civil servant, and ultimately retired as a manager from Security Services at Kelly AFB. While working full time, he completed his college degree, graduating from Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos, TX.
He enjoyed fishing (carried one pole in his truck at all times), computers (building/repairing/tinkering), writing (and breaking) computer codes, playing poker (really any card games), and completing all the puzzles in the daily paper.
David would often travel off-road in one of his many pickup trucks, proudly only calling for a tow truck on one particularly muddy excursion. He’d travel as far down the Port Aransas seashore, for miles on end, to the land cut, and would read the waves for the “perfect” fishing spot. While casting one fine day, his stringer of fish “lured” in a shark. When the fish frantically brushed his leg, this giant of a man “walked on water” towards the beach from the second sandbar.
He was loved deeply by his family and many friends. David’s charm was infectious--people were simply drawn to his quick wit. His distinctive belly laugh could fill a room and then some, followed by his sheepish smile, especially when he knew he’d just “pulled one over.” When asked how he was doing, no matter his mood, his automatic response was “MAR-VELOUS” in a velvety tone.
David, my darling, Dad, Papa, Big D, Uncle M’fridgerator—we will miss your all-encompassing bear hugs, smile, laughter, fierce competitiveness, and sense of humor. You were a prince of a man who will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
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