Robert Brown Obituary

Robert Mark Brown

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend

Robert Mark Brown, 82, of Framingham, a long time resident of Wayland Mass. and Sarasota Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. He was born in New Haven, Connecticut to loving parents Bernard and Betty Brown and is survived by his brother Barry Brown, wife Susan and Son Xavier Brown.

Bob led a full and joyful life marked by deep devotion to family, kindness to all, and a generous spirit. A 1960 graduate of Framingham High School, he earned his Associates Degree in Business from Burdett College and went on to have a successful career as a senior buyer with the Zayre Corporation, where he worked in children's fashion and later household goods. After Zayre, Bob went on to a successful career as executive vice president of Alco Industries, where he mentored many people, and had lifelong friendships.

Bob was the beloved husband of the late Carole (Siegel) Brown, with whom he shared 50 wonderful years of marriage before her passing in 2015.

He is survived by his loving son Michael Brown and his wife Cindy Christo Brown of Sarasota Florida; adoring daughter Deena Phipps and her husband Daniel Phipps of Framingham, Massachusetts; and

most loyal, loving, pet companion Lilly Brown.

Bob was the proud grandfather of Michael and Ashley Hornberger, Melissa and Colin Benyo, and Gregory Christo, of Sarasota, Florida, and adoring great-grandfather to Sophia and Carter Hornberger, and Cameron Christo.

Bob's closest lifelong friend, Bruce Klein, and the entire Klein family held a special place in his heart. Bruce's wife Roberta, also a dear friend to Robert, recently passed away. He is fondly remembered by Jamey and M'Liss Klein and their children Olivia and Joseph of Framingham; Jeffrey Klein and sons Cameron and Jason Klein of Framingham; Jon Klein and his son Noah of Southborough;

and Josh Klein of Marlborough.

In 2021, Bob returned, with Lilly, to Massachusetts to reside with his daughter Deena and son-in-law Daniel, where they cared for him for over three years. During this time, he was happy and surrounded by family. In his final days, he received compassionate care at Mary Ann Morse Nursing Center in Natick.

Bob will be remembered for his warmth, musical spirit, easy laughter, and unconditional love. He was endlessly generous and forgiving, welcoming all with open arms. Above all, he was a good man-a devoted husband, a proud father, and a true friend.

His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services will be private.

Shiva calling hours will be at the Phipps residence on May 31 from 12-4pm

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