William C. "Bill" Brown

William C. “Bill” Brown passed away peacefully in his home in Great Falls, Montana on Friday, August 2, 2024, at the age of 75.

Bill was born on June 9, 1949, in Great Falls to James and Phoebe Brown. He graduated from CMR in 1968 and soon after, enlisted in the Montana Air National Guard where he dedicated 28 years of service from 1969-1996. It was during this time that Bill married his high school sweetheart, Barbie, on September 28, 1973.

A significant part of Bill’s career was his role as a Union Representative for the Association of Civilian Technicians where he spent 30 years proudly serving civilian technicians of both the Army and National Guard. His many years of service with the union were some of Bill’s most proud accomplishments. He was a passionate and dedicated protector of fair labor practices where he loved standing up for the little guy.

After retirement, Bill helped out at Our Lady of Lourdes School for a brief period as a maintenance man where he was known as “Mister Fix It.” However, he will mostly be remembered for the yummy treats he liked to give the children.

Bill cherished spending time with his family and friends, exploring the mountains of Montana, riding his motorcycle, and rebuilding cars/motorcycles, which is a skill that his father passed down to him.

One of Bill’s greatest joys was growing old in the same family home on the Missouri river, seeing multiple generations enjoy the place he called home.

Bill is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Brown; children, Tom (Kacey) Brown and Jennifer Reed; brother, Kelly Brown; nephews, Jim Brown and Andy Brown; grandchildren, Matthew, Brittany, Essie, Cassie, and Jamie; and great-grandchildren, Dawson, Evelyn, Olivia, and Iyla. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, James and Phoebe Brown; sister, Patricia; and brother, James.

There will be a funeral service at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. (1305 5th Avenue South, Great Falls) followed by a graveside service with military honors at Highland Cemetery.

May his memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved him.