Mr. Richard "Dick" Browne
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Mr. Richard "Dick" Browne

  • August 19, 1927 - February 7, 2012
  • Longwood, Florida
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“Bonnie and Family, I was saddened to read of Dick's passing. It was my pleasure to have known and worked with Dick for over 10 years. My...Read More » ”
1 of 11 | Posted by: Bob Ahrens - Longwood, FL

“We are so sorry for your loss. Dick was a wonderful person and Sertoman. ”
2 of 11 | Posted by: Mr.& Mrs. Keylor Chan - Longwood, FL

“Bonnie and family, I was sorry to hear of your loss. A husband and father is hard to lose no matter how long you've had them. He always made...Read More » ”
3 of 11 | Posted by: Patty Wolfe - Lake Mary, FL

“His fellowship and good works will be missed dearly. ”
4 of 11 | Posted by: Lane New - Oviedo, FL

“I was sad to see that our fellow Sertoman, Dick, had passed away. I too am from Ohio and Elyria was only about a half hour drive from where I grew...Read More » ”
5 of 11 | Posted by: Susan Logan - Sanford, FL

“I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God will grant you comfort and strength and ease your pain. With deepest sympathy, Kathi Blakey ”
6 of 11 | Posted by: Kathi Blakey

“Mrs. Browne and family, I am so deeply sorry and saddened to hear about Mr. Browne. He was one of the most kindest and giving men I have ever met. ...Read More » ”
7 of 11 | Posted by: Pat Mobley - Las Vegas, NV

“sincere condolences from myself and my family. I will fondly remember Mr. Browne. ”
8 of 11 | Posted by: Hope LeBel - Apopka, FL

“Miss you see you in heaven, Chuck ”
9 of 11 | Posted by: Charles M Monahan - Ormond Beach, FL

“Deepest condolences to all the family. ”
10 of 11 | Posted by: Deborah Nelson - The Villages, FL

“Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. ”
11 of 11 | Posted by: Baldwin Fairchild West Altamonte Chapel


Richard C. Browne passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on February 7, 2012. He is now with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was born in August 19, 1927 in Elyria, OH. After graduating from Elyria High School in 1945 he received a football scholarship and was an All-American fullback while attending Wittenberg University in Springfield, OH. He served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged. He finished his degree in Education at the University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL. Dick married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie Lou Black, on August 21, 1949. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Phyllis Browne of Elyria, OH. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Bonnie; sister, Nancy; brother, John; his four children, Ricky (Debra), Kris (Jim), Jenny (Jeff), Molly (Jeff), his 10 beloved grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. Mr. Browne was an early visionary of the potential growth of the Central Florida area. He purchased Kirby Rental Service in 1964 and enjoyed the fruits of his labor. His great joys were his family, friends, his world travels and vacation home in the Cayman Islands. He was a man who lived well enjoyed life and loved much.