Greg Brown, of White Lake, died of Pancreatic Cancer on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at Aspirus Langlade Hospital. He was 62 years old. He was born on November 25, 1952 in Milwaukee, a son of the late Francis and June (Krueger) Brown. He married Debbie Osten on December 17, 1982.
Greg was a union painter for 20 years in the Milwaukee area. In 1993 Greg and Debbie moved from Hubertus to White Lake and purchased the White Lake Cafe which they owned and operated for 10 years. He retired from Robin's Flooring in March of 2015.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and ATV trail riding.
In addition to his wife survivors include two daughters, Tammy (Troy) Wollin of Watertown and Teresa (Chris) Fredrick of White Lake; five grandchildren, Camron Fredrick, Tristan Fredrick, Braden Fredrick, Weston Wollin, Walker Wollin; two brothers, Wesley (Pat) Brown of West Bend and Kenny (Cindy) Brown of Ixonia; sister, Diane (Chuck) Brown of Milwaukee; mother-in-law, June Frey of Conover; sister-in-law, Diane (Richie) Frey of Conover; brother-in-law, Rick Osten of Minneapolis; special friends, Greg and Sue Krause, Terry O and Radar Mabry.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Alvin Osten and sister-in-law, Carol Brown.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. at Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Wes Jedras officiating. Burial will take place in St. James Catholic Cemetery in White Lake. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the Bradley Funeral Home. At Greg's request, come dressed casual.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.
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Debbie, OMG I can't believe it. I feel like I've just lost my brother. We just found out. I'm so sorry. We had so many good times growing up, hunting, fishing, camping, playing cards and enjoying a couple beverages once and a while. Those wonderful years with you guys will never be forgotten. We send our prayers to you, Kenny, Wesley, Diane, Tammy, Teresa and all the rest of your families. Greg will never be forgotten. Tom, Cloie, Crystal and Brad Bechtel
Debbie, so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Debbie: I am so sorry to hear about Greg. I remember all the good times Greg, you, Tom and I had playing cribbage (and other things) before you moved. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Stacey, Michael and Ally
Deb and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you
So sorry to hear of Greg's passing. I can only imagine how much you all are hurting. Just know he is in a better place and in no pain. Our thoughts are with you.
Dona(Brown) & Gary Vidal
Debbie, Wesley, Kenny & Diane,
So sorry to hear of Greg's passing our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
Aunt Betty and Uncle Don
debbie--our thought are with you and the rest of the Brown clan. We will not be able to come for the visitation--Tom had a full knee replacement done and is down.
Deb, I'm so sorry for your loss of Greg. He was a great person. Always there to help you when you needed it most so, if there is anything I can do for you just ask. You have lots of great memories to always hold close to your heart.
We were saddened to hear of Greg's passing. We send our deepest, sincerest sympathy. Please know our family is keeping your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.
I'm so sorry to hear this Debbie. May you and your family take comfort in the true condolence of sorrow we extend. He will be missed by many. I hate cancer.
I'm going to miss playing pool with. You Mr.Brown.So sorry Deb if you need anything just ask.
Deb and family, so sorry to hear about Greg. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you in the days ahead.
So very sorry for your loss. Greg was a great guy!
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