TAMPA, FL — Frederick Gene Brown, age 79, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at his home in Tampa, FL.
Fred was the youngest of four children, born on November 7, 1944 to Paul and Mary (Feulner) Brown. Besides his loving parents, Fred was predeceased by his brother Edward, sisters, Eunice Lettice and Gerry Flynn.
Fred graduated from Saratoga Springs High School, class of 1963. He loved sports and played baseball in his youth. He really loved and excelled at softball. In the 1970’s he played third base in a league and area tournaments, making the AllStar team. He was a good bowler and played in many leagues as a young man. Golf was the sport that he enjoyed through his later years.
Fred worked at GE for a few years but settled on a career with the US Postal service. This led him to Nevada, California and finally settling in Tampa, Florida where he retired. Fred enjoyed his retirement years with his loving companion Linda, who introduced him to ice hockey.
Fred loved his family dearly. He leaves behind several nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who will miss his long and engaging conversations and booming heartfelt laughs.
A graveside service will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Middle Grove Cemetery, 400, Middle Grove Rd, Greenfield Center, NY 12833, where Fred will join his parents in the family plot.
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