John L. Brown Obituary
We bid farewell to John L. Brown in Grayling, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 9, 2026 at the age of 85. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John L. Brown to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elgin, Sr. Brown and Mary Brown (McSkulin); and his siblings, Viola Brown, Margaret Ann Brown, Betty Jane Gerry, Dorothy McGlynn, Florence Wilson and Paul Brown.
He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth A. Brown (Yaste); and his children, Tammy Knepp, John Inman (Donna), Carrie Racz (Tony), Dawn Kann (Gary), Kathy Willobee (Ryan), Jamie Coykendall (Brian), Johnpaul Brown and Darin Brown (Tricia). He is also survived by family and leaves behind 21 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in John's honor to support his granddaughter-in-law, Tasha Kann, in her battle with brain cancer through the GoFundMe "Team Tasha."Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home.
