Obituary: Brown, Chris Laverne

Sun., April 1, 2012

BROWN,
Chris LaVerne

Born October 29, 1959 passed away March 29, 2012, 51 years young.

He is survived by two children, Andrea Rasmussen of Spokane, Casey Brown of Vernal, Utah and three grandchildren.

Survived by his mother, Lillian Brown, (Ed Braulik, friend); sister, Diane L. DeYoung (John) of Bothell, WA, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his father, Chester Brown; sister, Sharon Council and brother, Wayne Brown.
Chris had a wonderful sense of humor with a laugh that could be heard all through the room.
The family suggests memorials to Hospice House of Spokane, 367 E. 7th Avenue, Spokane, WA 99202.

There will be no formal services, but an informal celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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