Ronald Clifton Brown's Obituary
Ronald Clifton Brown, loving husband, father and Pepaw went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 17, 2019. He was born to Ted and Evelyn Brown on November 16, 1949, in Dallas, Texas. Ron was raised in Oak Cliff and while attending Adamson High School earned the rank of Eagle Scout. As a 1973 graduate of Baylor University he received a degree in Business Administration, and was Baylor proud – Sic’em Bears.Known by many friends as Ronnie, he was a lifetime member of First Baptist Church Dallas where he impacted many lives through his example of serving. Ted and Evelyn were active in the children’s ministries, and if the church doors were open, the Brown family was in attendance. At a young age Ron made his profession of faith and was baptized by Dr. Criswell. Ron was a member of Chapel Choir, not because he loved singing – he said he “watermeloned” his way through – but because of the leadership of Leroy Till who had a profound impact on his life. And choir tours were fun! His involvement in church activities continued as Ron became an adult. He found joy in his role as an advisor at Junior Camp and Youth Camp and touched the lives of many young people. Ron humbly served as a deacon for many years. He would be quick to would tell you that one of the greatest blessings from his involvement in the church was meeting his future bride, Sheila, in the singles department in 1977.Ron and Sheila were married on June 13, 1981, and recently celebrated their 38th anniversary. Their lives were enriched with the birth of their beautiful daughters Allison Lindsey and Amy Elizabeth who brought him much joy. He was “Peppermint Pepaw” to seven grandchildren who adored him and not just for the peppermints he kept in his pocket for them. As a couple Ron and Sheila served in 3rd grade and 11th grade Sunday School departments and were currently part of the leadership team in the SonBurst adult Sunday School class.Ron will be remembered for his faithfulness, generosity, love for his family and friends, and dedication to First Baptist Dallas. He had a great smile, infectious laugh, and quirky sense of humor. Above all, Ron had the heart of a servant.Ron is preceded in death by his parents, Ted and Evelyn Brown and his siblings Terry Brown and Lynne St. John. He is survived by his wife, Sheila; daughters Allison Onvani and husband Matt and Amy Ritchey and husband Cody; grandchildren Landry and Madden Onvani; Aubrey, Luke, Hallie, and Jake Ritchey.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Dallas: Children’s Ministry or Missions.
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