Jesse H. Brown, of Parma, MI, age 80, passed away on March 31, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 20, 1944 in Stockbridge, MI, the son of Noah and June (Craft) Brown.
He married the love of his life, Ruth Ann (Hughes), on April 18, 1965, and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage. She passed away on June 1, 2022.
Jesse always welcomed everyone at his home, and he often had friends and loved ones who stopped by to visit. No one ever had a bad word to say about him.
He loved old cars and enjoyed going to car shows. His favorite was the GTX. He also enjoyed traveling and spending time outdoors, whether it was fishing, camping, or hiking through wooded trails. He also had a special place in his heart for his cats.
Jesse is survived by four children: Tony (Yvonne) Brown of Jackson, Craig (Crystal) Brown of Jackson, Michelle (Darren) Weeks of Parma, and Kim (Randy) Case of Parma; nine grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren; as well as his siblings: Calvin (Sandy) Brown of Jackson, Mildred McFate of Jackson, Melvin (Sandy) Brown of Jackson, and Lora (Jimmy) Hounshell of Jackson, KY. In addition to his wife, Ruth, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Steve Brown and Richard Brown.
Visitation will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.; as well as on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Funeral Services will be held at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Vince Bridge officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge, MI. Dinner following at the Church of Christ in Stockbridge, MI.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Jackson Interfaith Shelter.
