Obituary of Robert Brown

Robert "Bob" Henry Brown, 78, of Camas, Washington died on March 12, 2005, in Vancouver, Washington. A 57 year Camas resident, Bob worked for 39 ½ years as a mobile maintenance worker for Crown Zellerbach before retiring and opening his own business, which he owned and operated for 18 years. As a Bible Teacher for 35 years Bob spent many years ministering at nursing homes and often held bible study groups for people. He also enjoyed gardening, working for his business, and writing songs that he could sing while playing his guitar. Bob also enjoyed flowers, particularly fuchsias, and loved his family and friends. Bob is survived by his wife of 56 years, Rita at home. He is also survived by his five daughters; Frani Doner of Washougal, Jennette Metz of Salmon Creek, Becky Barcelo of Vancouver, Sue Mack of Vancouver, and Anita Elliott of Vancouver. Bob also leaves behind his son; Jim Brown, and six grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister; Betty Bebee, his son; Jerry Brown, and his grandson; David Metz. Bob went home to be with Jesus his Lord and hopes all of you will meet him there. There will be a Celebration of Life Service for Bob on Thursday, March 17th at 3:00 p.m. at Calvary Community Church in Camas. The family requests that all donations in Bob's memory be sent to Rita's house. Contact Brown's Funeral Home for the address. Brown's Funeral Home in Camas is in charge of arrangements.