Billy D. Brown

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Brown, Billy D. of Montgomery, Minnesota passed away on May 29, 2021 at the age of 86. Billy was born in Newby, Oklahoma, graduated High School in Burr Oak, Kansas, went to College at Oklahoma Central University in Edmund, OK. He joined the Navy as a cadet in their Pilot Training Program. This ultimately became the foundation of his lifelong career as a commercial airline Pilot for Northwest Airlines. He was married to Faye Pettit and together they made their life on a farm outside of Montgomery, MN where they raised, cattle, crops and two daughters. He loved to socialize. Spending time with friends was the highlight of his day. His booming laugh was his calling card and his gentle spirit is his legacy. Billy was predeceased by his wife, Faye Caroline (Pettit) Brown. He is survived by two daughters: Renee Brown Goodell, Marlene (Steve) Pearce, two grandchildren, Madeline Goodell and Niklas Pearce, one brother, Clayton Brown; sisters-in law, Dixie (Ron) West, Marilyn Pettit and Virginia Pettit, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held June 12, 2021 at St John Lutheran Church in Montgomery, MN at 11:00 a.m., followed by an interment at the graveside and a celebration of life from 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm. Visitation will be held 1 1/2 hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials in lieu of flowers should be sent to St. John Lutheran Church. Condolences: lecenterfuneralhome.com

Published on June 6, 2021