Duane "Brownie" Brown, of Antigo, died on March 11, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was 64 years old. He was born on December 4, 1959 in Antigo, a son of the late Ray and Germaine (Brandt) Brown.
Duane drove for Karl's Transport for over 35 years.
He enjoyed motorcycling, UTVing, snowmobiling and spending time with friends.
Survivors include cousin, Kelley (Jerome) Steger of Antigo; other cousins; and many friends.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Debra Brown; and two brothers, James and Robert.
A visitation will be held on Friday, March 15 at the Bradley Funeral Home from 2 to 4 p.m. A service of remembrance will be held at 4 p.m. Burial will take place immediately following the service at Elmwood Cemetery in Antigo.
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The Iconic Duane Brown
A best friend to those in his huge circle of friends. Like Matt Erlandson said we’ve been connected with Duane since our days at Peace Lutheran grade school. Joe Miller, Matt and others at Peace Lutheran and our amazing class of 1978 all share an amazing story of working hard having fun and fighting to be the best. At time neither life and in this situation death does not make sense. But as per the gospel it is supposed to be that way. It’s never gonna be easy to say goodbye to this world but for Duane he is in a special place and being welcomed by the good Lord now. Thanks to all for taking care of Duane at the end and a Special Thanks to Duane for letting us all be a part of his smile, his success, his life lessons. Duane Brown, one of the nicest dudes ever put on the planet. Doug and Julia Below
Duane was my kindergarten classmate at Peace Lutheran School. I have many fond memories of him; the highlight was our Florida spring break in 1978. I will miss his every-ready smile and those Brownie bear hugs. Matt Erlandson
So many happy memories especially when it was a honor to drink with the big boys so now R.I.P and you will be missed 🙏🙏
Downtown Duane Brown. Also known as brownie. Love you my friend and will miss you😘 many many parties with you on sixth and Aurora.
Rest easy my friend….I will miss your smile and hugs….You are with Rick and so many others….Barbara Schacht..(BNR Saloon)
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