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Harold Brown Obituary

Harold Haywood Brown, 98, of Port Clinton, died Jan 12, 2023, at Admirals Pointe. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, Sandusky, is assisting family with arrangements.

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Published by Sandusky Register on Jan. 14, 2023.

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Barbara R Martin

March 4, 2023

Our country has sent a hero into the skies after extraordinary service to his country and his fellow human beings. I am so grateful that he touched my life, among so many.
In the summer of 2022, I sang in Michael Shirtz's tribute concert to Harold in Lakeside Chatauqua, "Keep Your Airspeed Up," an amazing experience. Despite his heroic and outstanding achievements in many areas, Dr. Brown remained humble and loyal to his community, deciding to be laid to rest in Port Clinton, although he could have been honored with a site in Arlington Cemetery. I hope to visit his gravesite this summer to pay personal tribute to him, a great public servant, educator, citizen, airman, and human being. "Off you go," Lt. Col. Brown, and Godspeed!Barbara R. Martin, Fort Thomas,KY.

Dave Rankin

March 3, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

John Ferdico

March 3, 2023

I attended one your speeches at Lakeside, with my daughter and was proud to shake your hand.
I too spent 30 years in aviation and was always a huge fan of the Tuskegee Airmen. Rest in peace Dr. Brown, soar high and touch the face of God.

Cynthia Constien

February 5, 2023

Harold, we will miss you. You lived an honorable life and now you are receiving your reward. God bless Marsha and the family she helped form with you. Lord, give her strength and comfort in the times ahead, as only you can. Many blessings to them.

connie rodgers

February 5, 2023

thankyou

Tim McIntyre

February 3, 2023

Dr Brown was a humble Hero. Gracious with his time and heart. I am thankful for the time, he shared with me. Tailwinds, H!!

Bob Roehrer

February 3, 2023

Got to visit with him one fine saturday morning at Port Clinton Airport. Soft spoken, you'd never suspect his accomplishments / experiences. A quiet hero. Never quit. Rode the horse right up to heaven's gate!

Robert Constien

February 3, 2023

Marsha and Family.

One of Cindy and my honors was to have had such a close relationship with Harold, you and Jonathan over the last 10 years. Harold will always hold a spot in our hearts.
God Bless Harold, you and all the remaining Airmen.

Rob & Cindy

Gayla Lindquist

February 2, 2023

Greg loved you so much. Say hello to him for me. Gayla

Ponce Gonzalez

February 2, 2023

Fair winds and following seas, my friend. Thank you for taking care of us, Vets.

USS Newport News CA 148
Vietnam '67-'69

Stacey - Willowick, Ohio

February 2, 2023

Thank you Dr. Brown for being such an inspiration. I had the honor of seeing him speak a few years back. Such an amazing man. Thank you for your dedicated service. You will be truly missed.

John C. Reichert

January 28, 2023

Thank You for Your Service and lifetime committed to the USA

Leona Juby and the JKL Tours Team

January 23, 2023

Dear Marsha and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss --may all the wonderful memories of Harold you cherish keep his spirit alive in your hearts. I had the pleasure and honor of meeting the two of you and hearing Harold speak at the Aviation Museum last May when I brought a group of seniors on a bus tour. Everyone enjoyed his presentation, I treasure the autographed copy of your book that I bought----his spirit is living on with us. May our Lord continue to keep you in his care. Harold surely has a place of honor in Heaven, for all the years of service to his brothers and sisters in arms and our country as a whole--he is someone SPECIAL!! God Bless!

Goldean

January 22, 2023

Dr Brown served as a consultant for Ohio Career Colleges and Schools during my tenure as Executive Director. He was a proponent of Career Education. This was taken during his book signing at Columbus State. I adored Dr Brown his life and his legacy.
Well done !

Brandi Cook

January 21, 2023

May you rest in peace!! God bless you and thank you for your service.

Galen Culver

January 21, 2023

I only wish that I could have met Lt.Col. Brown.
What a wonderful person to learn from. As a pilot myself I could have learned so much from him.
May you forever have clear skies and no turbulence.
God Bless You Sir.

Maureen Talty

January 20, 2023

Thank you so much for sharing the story of his historical and courageous life. Warm and comforting hugs to his wife and family.

Clear skies with unlimited visibility for his final flight home.

Sincerely,
Maureen

veteran

January 19, 2023

Thank you for your very brave service to our country ! God bless you

Caid McKinley

January 16, 2023

What a remarkable man! Thank your for your service to our great country. You will never be forgotten! R.I.P.

Mary Caffey

January 15, 2023

Thank you for you service. My grandson is in the Air Force serving in England. What a great example you have set for him and many others. Fly High. Mary Caffey

Steven Krisfalusy

January 14, 2023

Harold was one of the most gracious & kind people. His footprints will remain forever and I hope knowing that will help Marsha deal with the loss. Bless Your Soul!

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