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Herbert J. Brown

Herbert J. Brown, 100 of La Porte, Indiana passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024.

Herbert was born on April 18, 1924, to the late Harry A. and Bertha (Kreke) Brown.

On July 21, 1947, Herbert married Mary Helen (Lehker) Brown who preceded him in death on March 20, 1998. He then married Leona A. Graham Brown who preceded him in death on July 30, 2022.

Herbert worked as a Tool and die Machinist. He was a member of the Holy Family Parish, St. Peter Church, and the Phi Delts. 

Surviving is a son, Thomas (Diane) Brown of La Porte; grandchildren, Todd (Roselyn) Brown, Ryan (Aekata) Brown, Adam (Haley) Brown; great-grandchildren, Mia Brown, Atticus Brown, Kamille Schlabaugh, and Carson Schlabaugh; and a grandson-in-law, Jon (Christine) Schlabaugh. 

Herbert was preceded in death by a son, James J, (Nimo) Brown, and a granddaughter, Marcie Schlabaugh.

He is also survived by stepchildren, Pamela (who precedes Herbert in death), Theresa (Richard) Hahn, Brian (Vivian) Graham, Patricia (Jerry) Craven, and Thomas (Christine) Graham.

A Private Funeral Service and burial will take place at Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel of La Porter, Indiana.

To light a virtual candle, share a story of Herbert’s life, or leave a message of comfort for his family, please visit esslingfuneralhome.com

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