Robin Brown

ROBIN BROWN Click here to view Robin's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Robin Dale Brown, 59, of Idaho Falls, passed away February 13, 2009, at his home of a suspected heart attack. He was born October 4, 1949, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Joseph Dale Brown and Joy Ann West Brown. A lifelong resident of Idaho Falls, he attended the St. Leon School for the Handicapped, Central Junior High School, and earned a certificate through Eastern Idaho Technical College. As the result of a smallpox vaccination he received as a child, Robin developed cow fever, along with a high fever. Because of this illness he sustained major brain damage. Robin worked for Coca-Cola for 20 years and Development Workshop. In his early years he enjoyed participating in the Boy Scouts of America. Robin was an avid and dedicated fisherman and was famous for his tall fish tales. His other passion was sports. He especially loved football and was a dedicated Greenbay fan. He collected Greenbay memorabilia and proudly displayed it. Robin was also a participant in the Special Olympics, in which he won numerous medals. The greatest joy in Robin’s life was his family. He loved spending time with them and reminiscing about the good times had. Despite his handicaps Robin lived a full and happy life. His family cherishes every moment they spent with him and words cannot describe the great loss we feel. Survivors include: Mother: Joy Ann Elg, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Larry Brown, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Pamm Taylor, Idaho Falls, ID Niece: Lindsey Drake, and Nephew, Dustin Cole, as well as two grandnieces, Adelaide Love Drake and Willa Jo Marie Drake. Robin was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Allen Brown. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge. The family will visit with friends Saturday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences Received Online: BJ & Karin Bybee Joy, Pamm, and family, we are very sorry for your loss. We never really got to know Robin, but knowing you we are sure he wes a wonderful man. We are sorry we could not attend the services but you are in our prayers. BJ& Karin