Peter "Pete" C. Brown
August 02, 1938 - September 27, 2016
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Peter "Pete" C. Brown
August 02, 1938 - September 27, 2016
Obituary
Peter carter brown, 78, of charleston, west virginia, peacefully passed away on september 27, 2016, which was a beautiful autumn day with clear blue skies, just the way he would have wanted it to be. Pete was born on august 2, 1938 in elkins, west virginia to garret fairfax brown and margaret mckain brown and was raised in bridgeport, west virginia, along with his brother, james “jim” fairfax brown, all of whom preceded him in death.
He graduated from west virginia university in 1961 and wvu law school in 1964. He was employed by the kanawha county prosecuting attorney’s office from 1970 to 2000 where he was first assistant prosecutor for many, many years. He had a brilliant mind and was a masterful and proficient prosecutor, wonderful and beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend.
Those who loved him most dearly include his daughter, kelley a. (brown) estep, son-in-law, jack l. Estep, his only grandchild, whom he absolutely adored, alexandra “alex” lauren estep, granddog lemons, son, kevin f. Brown, and daughter-in-law, dr. Elizabeth cary brown, all of whom reside in charleston, west virginia. The family would also like to acknowledge george powers of charleston, west virginia for his friendship and kindness to the brown family for over fifty years.
Those who know our father well know he would not want fanfare or flowers. In order to honor and respect his wishes and privacy, there will be no formal service. We ask instead that you please just share a great pete brown story with friends or family.
We are so blessed to have been part of his wonderful life and we love and miss him more than you will ever know. We could not have asked for a better father or grandfather. We have always been, and remain, so very, very proud of him. We know he is at peace in heaven where he is happily fly fishing on a clear cold mountain stream and listening to traditional bluegrass music. May god continue to watch over him, protect him, and hold him closely in his hands.
Barlow bonsall funeral home is in charge of arrangements.
8 responses to Peter "Pete" C. Brown
Carol Fouty says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Charleston West Virginia
I Was Shocked And Saddened To Hear Of Pete’S Passing. For Many Years I Watched Him Practice Law Here In Kanawha County. He Was Very Smart, Witty And A Loyal Man To His Profession. People Use To Come Into The Court Room Just To Observe Pete In Action, For That Is Where He Excelled. Pete Brown Will Long Be Remembered. May He Now Rest In Peace.
Bob Wolpert says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Charleston West Virginia
Kelley And Kevin:
Am Traveling To California. Was Deeply Saddened To See Your Father Has Passed. He Was A Friend For More Than 50 Years. My Condolences.
Bob
Kathy Coyle says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Charleston West Virginia
Kevin, Cary And Family ~ I’M So Sorry To Hear Of Your Loss, Please Know That You And Your Family Will Be In My Thoughts.
Joyce Echols says:
August 10, 2021
Location: West Virginia
Kevin And Kelly
I Am So Sorry For Your Loss. Pete Was One Great Man. He Really Taught Me A Lot (He Was My Go To Man) And I Can’T Imagine Not Ever Knowing Him. We Had So Many Good Times Together In Our 30 Yrs Together.
Joyce Echols
Bob Siebel says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: “Friend”
Location: Hurricane West Virginia
Pete Became One Of The First Friends I Made When I Moved To The Area 20+ Years Ago. He Was Always Helpful ,Entertaining And Accessible If I Needed A Helping Hand Or Some Coaching. My Thoughts And Prayers Are With Pete And The Family.