Dennis Lee Brown

Dennis Lee Brown, 89, of Lincoln, passed away December 2, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family.
Memorial services to celebrate both Dennis and Kathryn Brown will be held at 1PM on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. Burial will be at 11 AM on Monday, December 23, 2024 at Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield.

Dennis was born November 8, 1935, in Lincoln, IL., the son of George L. Brown and Lecky C. (Halsey) Brown. He married Kathryn (Lueschen) on July 18, 1958. She preceded him in death on February 5, 2020. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Dennis graduated from Lincoln Community High school and retired from Caterpillar. He enjoyed traveling, he and Shirley were full time RV’ers for 10 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trapping. Dennis loved his family and one of his favorite activities was watching his grandchildren play sports.

Survivors include his children: Michael (Beverly) Brown and Barbara Newberry (Les Gates); grandchildren: Chris Brown, Michelle Green, Thomas Shull, Michael Newberry, and James Newberry; 12 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren also survive.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and will be accepted at the funeral home.