Thomas M. Brown
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Thomas Brown
POLSON — Thomas Brown of Polson passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2015, after a long battle with cancer. He was 72.
Tom was born in Polson on May 29, 1942, and attended college at Montana State University where he received his degree in civil engineering. Tom was a professional engineer who built many of the largest bridges and dams throughout the world. His career took him many places, living in South America, Europe, Canada, California, and many other locations in the United States before finally returning to Polson to retire three years ago.
Tom was married to Roxanna on March 20, 1981. They lived a beautiful life together and shared many memories for 34 years. Tom loved to golf and watch the San Francisco 49’ers play football. He was a member of two professional engineering organizations, The Moles and The Beavers, and enjoyed the annual meetings and get-togethers with his fellow civil engineers. He was a kind and loving man who made friends easily.
His father, Tom Brown, precedes Tom in death.
Survivors include his wife, Roxanna; two children, Forest and Terry; his mother, Agnes; his sister Kathleen, and his brother Mike.
A celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, May 20, at 11 a.m. at the Lake Funeral Home. Pastor John Payne will officiate and a reception will be held immediately following the service. The burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice.
Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at: www.thelakefuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
