Gary W Brown

Gary W Brown, 84, a native of Pocatello passed away peacefully July 25, 2020.

Gary was born on July 18, 1936 in Pocatello, Idaho to Arnol LaMar Brown and Elvira Ruth (Wright) Brown. He was honored to be a graduate in the 1956 Class from Pocatello High School.

Gary married Sharren Rytting almost 59 years ago on April 28, 1961. He started his career as an engineer for the Pocatello Fire Department. Gary took an early retirement from the fire department due to injuries. Following time with the fire department, he went back to school at Idaho State Trade School where he earned a certificate in Layout Design. This certification led him to work for several companies such as Motorola and Fluke designing microchips.

Gary was talented with his hands and loved to build things with wood. He also loved square dancing, hunting, and fishing with his family. Some of his hobbies in later life were Jewelry making using rocks that he polished himself. He also enjoyed creating mosaics which he gave to his family. Above all else, Gary loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Gary is survived by his sons, Kevin (Melinda) Brown, Mesa, AZ; Todd (Joanna) Brown, Costa Mesa, CA; daughters, Tara (Sean) Keef, Boise, ID; Denise (William) Branch, Wylie, TX; 18 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Arnol and Elvira Brown; and brothers Dennis Brown and William Brown.

A graveside service will be held in his honor at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the Mountain View Cemetery, 1520 S. 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho.

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