Obituary of Claude "Gene" Brown

Mr. Claude E. “Gene” Brown, 75, of Titusville, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 2:46 p.m. at the Corry Manor. Gene was born on August 30, 1944 in Westfield, NY to the late William and Hazel James Brown. He attended Oil City schools. Gene worked Allied Accessory Auto Parts, and various other companies in the New York area. He was a member of St. James Episcopal Church. Gene was a giving man who volunteered his time at Titusville OC&T Railroad, St. James Soup Kitchen, and the Titusville Food Bank. He enjoyed walking, loved spoiling kids, and was an avid fan of the WWE. Gene is survived by his two sons, Christopher Brown of Titusville, and Walter Brown of Meadville; a grandson Isaac M. Hathaway of Meadville; a brother, Christopher Brown of Waterford, two sisters, Alena Woods of Titusville and Judy Houser of Dayton; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Walter Dale Brown, Charles “Pete” Brown, Richard “Dickie” Brown, William Edward Brown and Joseph Tyke Brown; and two sisters, Peggy Brown, and Elizabeth Sue Soto. No public calling hours will be observed. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to OC&T Railroad 409 S. Perry St. Titusville, PA 16354.