Darrell Lee Brown

Darrell Lee Brown Sr., 68 of Xenia, Ohio went home to rest with the Lord and his beloved chihuahua Bella on Friday, August 14,2026. This immensely loved son, father, brother, uncle and papaw passed away peacefully early in the morning at his home.

Darrell was born November 13, 1957 in Xenia, Ohio to the late Martha Mae and Curtis T. Brown. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Kelly Devee, infant great grandson Liam and sisters Debbie and Sandy who were awaiting him in Heaven. He was passionate about caring for others and would help anyone at any time no matter the circumstance. He even showed his big heart to the smallest of creatures and everyone knew who to call from squirrels to opossums he would never fail to nurture them. He retired from Greene County Sanitary Engineering after 26 years. He prioritized his time with family all of his life and his big heart extended to others as a father figure to many including his grandson Stephen Spencer, he raised as his own, Chris Willis of Georgia, Annes’ siblings Amy Knisley, Debbie Stinson, Larry and Tommy McCatherine and many other blessed individuals to have witnessed his love. He loved to bring a smile to everyone’s face, even if it was at the expense of someone, always lighthearted and out of love. Big Darrell as we all know him is survived by his longtime friend and former wife, Anne McCatherine of Xenia. His brothers Brian, Tommy (Tammy), Buck, Stevie and sisters; Monica and Terri (Rob) with a multitude of nieces and nephews who adored him. His greatest accomplishment and blessing were his kids and grandkids. His children surviving him are Jessica Brown, Laura Brown with children; Jacoby, Myka, Jordyn and Mary‘Ana. Darrell (Amanda) with girls; Lilee, Myla, Kinsley and Jaelynn. Branden (Robin) with kids; Dylen, Brycen, Jencen and Roziland and Kelly’s sons Stephen and Brian Spencer. The family would like to thank everyone for all of the heartfelt prayers and condolences offered as everyone is greatly affected by this loss of such a great man from this earth and find great peace that he is resting and made new alongside Bella in Heaven, waiting to see all of you again. The memorial service will be held September 5, 2026 at 1 PM at his home church Ledbetter road Church of God at 325 Ledbetter road Xenia, Ohio 45385.

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.

He makes me lie down in green pastures,

He guides me beside quiet waters,

He refreshes my soul.

He guides me along the right paths for his name's sake.

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil,

For you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.

You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.