John E. Brown

August 29, 1942 - October 8, 2015


John E. Brown JR, 73, of Olney, IL died at 9:50 pm, October 8, 2015 at Carle Foundation Hospital of Urbana, IL. He was born August 29, 1942 in Francesville to the late John E. and Ida M. (Widner) Brown SR. He was a 1960 graduate of Monon High School and also graduated from the Indiana Police Academy at Indiana University. His married Dianne Robinson in 1961 in Monon and they had 3 children together before divorcing. John then married Nedra Brown, she survives. John was an avid farmer, police officer, and White County Coroner. He was a member of the Eagles and the Fraternal Order of Police. He is survived by his wife Nedra; 3 children, Rachelle (Gerard) Goodbold of Lafayette, Tish (Gary) Kruger of Francesville; and Jason (Molly) Brown of Monticello; 10 grandchildren; and a sister, Connie Dalka of Reynolds. He was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, October 19, 2015 at Bedford Cemetery in Monon with Rev. Chris Dodson officiating. A gathering for family and friends will immediately follow at John's daughter, Tish's house in Francesville. Please mail memorial contributions to Gary and Tish Kruger, 10507 W 800 S Francesville, IN 47946-8271 Share memories and online condolences at www.clapperfuneralservices.com


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