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Joel Brown Obituary
Joel was born on 2/7/57 and resided in Colorado Springs. Joel was a member of Vista Grande Baptist Church and belonged to the Arc's Advocacy Group.
Joel worked at the Olive Branch Restaurant for years, then went to work at the Dogtooth Café, where he was employed at the time of his death.
Joel loved riding the local transit system, and knew each route and their history by heart. He was a wonderful friend and everywhere he went people knew him. Joel loved animals including his pet rat, and was always willing to walk dogs.
He is survived by his sisters, Nina Eads and Bonnie Sprowl; his brother Tommy Brown.
Joel's viewing and funeral will be Friday 6/5/15 at 9:00am, Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary and Cemetery, 6601 South Colorado Blvd, Centennial, CO 303-771-3960.
A drop-in memorial to celebrate him will be Saturday 6/6/15 from 11:00am to 2pm at Bambino's Italian Restaurant, 2049 E. Platte Ave, CS. An elevator is available.
In liew of flowers, donations will be accepted at memorial service.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joel Brown
Leilani Purvine
June 11, 2015
Joel will be missed , he taught me tolerance and acceptance .. God Speed
June 6, 2015
Joel brown had a great big smile that was great to see. He will be missed. Rest in peace buddy. I'll see you again in Heaven
Ron Hall
June 6, 2015
In all the years I've known Joel, he was an inspiration and good friend. Although I didn't see Joel on a regular basis, when we did meet, it was like it was only yesterday when we meet last. I will miss him.
Rachel Cox
June 6, 2015
Joel was a gift from god. He showed me the meaning of love, and how to love. He will be missed every day.
Guy and Teny Laveder
June 5, 2015
We saw Joel at Sunday class ever time we visited our family in Colorado Springs. He was a true inspiration to everyone. God loves all his children.
Scott Waldhalm
June 5, 2015
Cherished and will greatly miss your happy hellos at the Dogtooth!
Jeanne Kleinman Willliams
June 5, 2015
How fortunate I was to meet you when I first moved to Colorado Springs in 1975. As I watched your independence soar all of u who knew you were thrilled to see you happy in your career. Mark was instrumental in finding just the right place for you to show your
talents. You taught me so much and I'm happy that throughout these past 40 years I would see you quite often I thank you for trusting me and for always having a warm greeting each time we met. I send healinlg thoughts to your family.
M Kalmus
June 4, 2015
Joel, you were truly one of a kind. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have been your good friend. The hours we spent chatting were such a treat, I just didn't always know it at the time. Now my phone rings less, and I feel your absence, buddy.
Zachariah Andrews
June 4, 2015
I am glad that I met you and became best friends with you and an advocate for people with disabilities. You will be greatly missed. R.I.P Joel Brown
Sarah Ortiz
June 4, 2015
I appreciated your kind and helpful ways when I would visit the Dogtooth. I will miss your wonderful presence there.
JAN BECKETT
June 4, 2015
JOEL YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL IN SPEAKING FOROURSELVES YOU WERE A GREAT ADVOCATE
I'M VERY PROUD TO HAVE KNOWN YOU
Samantha Bonham
June 4, 2015
Joel I'm so very lucky to have gotten to meet you. You are a true blessing to everyone in Colorado Springs and the VA community. I will look forward to the day that we meet again. Sending your family many thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Weagel
June 3, 2015
Joel you will be dearly missed thank you for all the years you shared with our band and the wonderful memories you left behind. I will always be reminded of you how you used to tell me your baby is crying for you (which meant my keyboard,) and needs to be put to bed (which meant putting it in the case) you gave me lots of laughter. God bless you Joel Brown may you rest in peacepeace.
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