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Dr. A. Paul Brown

Oct. 16, 1931 - Mar. 12, 2022

Date of Service: Mar. 21, 2022

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Amos Paul Brown, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 12, 2022, due to complications from a stroke. His wife and children were grateful to be there with him as he did his best to regain his strength the last three weeks of his life.

Paul was born to parents Clarence Bell Brown and Ruth Cottle Brown on October 16, 1931, in Lewiston, Utah. He was the fourth of five children: two sisters (Sharron and Corrine) and two brothers (Bob and Bill.) As a teenager, Paul was a good student, but he said that his mind was always on sports. He lettered in high school basketball, baseball, and football, and made the all-state baseball and football teams. His family moved to Twin Falls, Idaho, in 1948, where Paul worked at the sugar factory for two years to earn money for college. He received an athletic scholarship to the Southern Idaho College of Education in Albion, Idaho, where he met and fell in love with fellow-student, Barbara Norton. They were married in the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple on August 24, 1951, and then headed to Logan, Utah, where Paul majored in pre-dentistry at Utah State University. In 1955, they moved to Chicago, Illinois, where Paul graduated from Northwestern University School of Dentistry four years (and four children) later.

Paul and Barbara chose Burley, Idaho, to build Paul’s dental practice and raise their family. Word quickly spread that Dr. Brown was a wonderful dentist, and the practice at 1334 Miller Avenue, thrived, as his patients referred extended family, neighbors, and co-workers. They had two more children in Burley, and all six of them enjoyed growing up there.

He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many ward and stake callings, including bishop of the Burley 5th Ward. In 1974, Paul and Barbara lost their 16-year-old son, Michael, in a car accident. Their deep faith in Jesus Christ and loving support from friends and family gave them strength as they continued to meet the demands of their young family. In addition to his hobbies of reading and fishing, Paul was a devoted BYU football fan, and he loved attending the games with his sons. It’s very likely that Paul and his son, Michael, will be together doing a little fishing and cheering for the “Cougs.”

After 40 years, Paul retired, and they moved to Orem, Utah. They traveled regularly to Ohio, Texas, and Toronto, Canada, to attend blessings, baptisms, graduations, and the weddings of their 16 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Their adventures continued as they volunteered to teach conversational English to medical and research students in mainland China through BYU’s David M. Kennedy Center of International Studies.

Paul is deeply loved and will be missed by his wife, Barbara, and his children: Bobbi (Ed) Reynolds, Paul Jr. (Dawn) Brown, David Brown, Douglas Brown (Dwinn Brown), Lisa (Doug) Webber and is preceded in death by Michael Brown. “Papa” was deeply proud of his grandchildren: Michelle Reynolds, Jason (Jamie) Reynolds, Allyson (Chad) Dunbar, Jennifer (Joe) Black, Jordan (Mara) Reynolds, Erin Reynolds, Brooke (Ben) Bergin, Paul III (Krista) Brown, Cameron (Anna) Brown, Alexandra (Jose) Franco, Bari (Anthony) Julander, Tiffany (John) Ray, Diana (Richard) DeRitter, Deb (Jesse) Jones, Rachel (Reagen) Grossgebauer, and Courtney (Alex) Vanderholm. The joy continued as Papa and Grandma’s great-grandchildren arrived: Maddie and Marley Angle; Gavin, Xander, and Piper Reynolds; Walker and Noah Dunbar; Ashton Black; Emma, Rachel, Luke, and Max Bergin; Braydon and Kaycia Julander; Paul IV, Asher, and Michael Brown; Henry, Cosette, and June Brown; Camden, Ella, and Olive Grossgebauer; and Noah Solis, Isaiah, and Josiah Ray.

There will be a special viewing for family and friends from 3 until 5 p.m. Sunday, March 20, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley.

The funeral will be held at noon Monday, March 21, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Suncrest 10th Ward, located at 95 N. 600 W., in Orem, where a viewing will held from 10 until 11:45 a.m. Burial will follow at Orem City Cemetery.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/lHMmpJEQ1sE.

Condolences for Dr. A. Paul Brown

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From Leslie (Easton) West:

Im so sorry for your loss. May your sweet memories overshadow your loss.

From Brian and Debra Barlow:

We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. What a wonderful man he is. We were able to watch the funeral and loved it so much as we do him and your family. We know he is near you and comforting you as is part of the wonderful gospel plan. Our hearts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry that we were unable to attend the viewing here in Burley. May the Lord continue to be with you during this difficult time. We love you.

From Chris Hansen Jones:

Sending much love and prayers for comfort to all wonderful Brown family! The Hansens (my parents, Duane and RosaLee), my sister, Rae Hansen Waite and I all had a great love and respect for your family.

From Don and Beverly Williams :

Dear Barbara, We send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Celebrating Paul’s life reminds us of our time at Albion and the great time we all shared together. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

From Holly Hollinger :

Wonderful memories of the Brown family. May you be comforted during this sad time.

From Eileen A. Petersen and family:

We send deep, heart-felt condolences to Barbara and her family on the passing of Paul. We became friends
with the Brown family when we moved to Burley in 1966. Paul was an outstanding person in every way here, as he still is in heaven. It was a joy when David brought him to see us after we moved to Saratoga Springs. May your testimonies of the Savior’s Atonement that makes the Plan of Salvation operational bring you comfort and peace, knowing you are an eternal family. Love and prayers from Eileen A. Petersen and family—Janie, Gary, Steve, David, Julie, Brian, and Jen.

From Greg and Vicki Rasmussen :

Barbara, Vicki and I are saddened at the passing of your dear companion Paul. We’re so glad your marriage to him is for eternity. May the Spirit give you peace, hope, and strength through this difficult time. As you look forward to a future joyous reunion, may your heart be full of joyful anticipation. Thanks be to Christ for all He has provided for us.

From Carolyn Mitchell Laird:

Dear Barbara & Family, You & Paul/Dr. Brown meant so much to the Mitchell family as we were growing up. You have always had a special place in my heart. So many great memories. Wishing you peace and comfort. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

From Debi Craner:

I’m so sorry we missed the viewing. We thought it would be in the evening. Love Barbara and Dr. Brown. He was my bishop and my boss.

From Christine Robins Funk:

Generally I am not a big fan of dentists but I always loved Dr. Brown. He and Barbara are such kind and wonderful people. Sending love and prayers to all the family.

From Cynthia Unger:

I am sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Dr Brown was a great mentor and I loved working for him.

From Luanne Hanks-Clark:

I lost track of Bishop Brown as life went on after my husband's (Dennis Hanks) death in 1995 but I will never forget his kind love and spiritual support many years following. Barbara you were the light that brightened a room with your smile. I remarried in 2001 and my husband (Steven Clark son of Alma) are now in our 3rd year serving a mission in Moapa, NV. Sending our love to all your family.

From Arlene (Reynolds) and Dennis Ische :

Our condolences to Barbara and family.

From Marilyn Mitchell Searle:

Dear Barbara and Brown family, just want you to know what an influence Paul had on my life. Love you all very much and pray for peace and comfort.

From Janet McKell:

Barbara, Lisa ,Doug and Family. We are so sorry for your loss. You’re in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. Sending love to your family

From Obermiller Vince:

Sorry to hear about the loss of D.R Brown he was my favorite dentist in Burley grew up across the street fun family love Vince

From carole webber:

So sorry for your loss, Barbara, Lisa, Doug, Racheal, Cortney and all of the family and friends of Dr. Brown. We know he was much loved and will be dearly missed. Dan and Carole Webber

From Mary Jane Rasmussen Helms:

I loved working for Dr. Brown. He was a good man. I’m sorry for your loss. Knowing the Plan of Happiness gives us hope and strength but our hearts still mourn when those we love have left this mortal world. Sending my love to you all especially Barbara and Lisa.

From Betty Brog Rasmussen:

Such a loving man to all. My sincerest sympathy to your family.

From Robertsons :

Sending our love to the family. Your family and the Norton family were some of the first people we knew when we moved to Burley. We have always treasured their friendship. Take care
Paul and Becky(Campbell) Robertson

From Wendy CampbellHowell:

So sorry for your your loss. I remember moving to Burley and they were one of the first families we met. Amazing and so kind.

From Michelle Williams Thornton:

Sorry for your loss! Prayers are with you through this difficult time.

From Susie Fairbrother:

So sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Brown. He was such a great man. My prayers go out to the family.

From Patty Howarth:

So deeply sorry to hear of your family's loss. Sending love and prayers

From Craig Meade:

So sorry to here of your family's loss. My prayers are for the Brown family

From Steve & Joanne Pearson :

Bishop Brown and Barbara will always have a special place in our hearts. Barbara, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

From Ray Morton:

Dave, Sorry for your loss. Give your mom and the rest of the family hugs for me. You are in my prayers my friend

From Guy and Lyn Ann Arnell :

Dr Brown was our family dentist and friend. Our love and prayers are sent to the family.

From Derrahl and Faye Holmes:

Dr. Brown was our family Dentist for about all the years he practiced in Burley.
He saved our daughter Shelly's front permanent tooth, it actually fell out in his hand. Came to our aid on Easter Sunday. He never forgot about her even after she was grown. That's what kind of Dentist he was, cared about his patients. Our whole family loved him.
Our sincere condolences to you Barbara and your family.

From Kathryn Halls. :

My sympathy. To Barbara and family.

From Joseph E Stringham:

Dr Brown was my dentist when I was young. Always a great friend and man. May Heaven bless his family.

From Leslie Taylor Joyce:

Absolutely one of the nicest, most lovely men I’ve ever met. My prayers are with all of the Brown family.

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