February 01, 2024

Just heard and I am shocked.  A kind, gentle man taken by the virus.  I remember those “doe” eyes and the great smiles he and Deb always  wore on their faces. So sorry this happened. 
Williams

April 08, 2021

Great man with a gentle heart.  I enjoyed working with Dave at LCPD.  
John Baker

March 29, 2021

To Deb, Jason and all the family, we are so sorry for your great loss.  Our memories of the “soccer family” and days enjoying all the fun watching the “musketeers”, both on the field and off, makes us smile.  Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.  May God’s peace comfort you always. 

March 27, 2021

Dear Dave,  
I always smile when I think of us playing together when we were children and neighbors on Chestnut St.
Rest, peace, and love to you my friend.
Linda Althouse

March 26, 2021

Officer David Brown,
A Good Man!  I remember being a Newlywed & on my way to pick-up my, then, Wife from work (30+ years, ago).  Stopped at the corner of W. Chestnut & N. Prince, I went through the Red Light — after looking at the Light on W. Chestnut & N. Queen, change from Red to Green.  I pulled over immediately & Officer Brown was behind me.  I explained what I had just done & where I was going — the Man that he was, said something like, “I’ve done that, myself”, “Just be careful”.  With the sentiment againt Police Officers, today — Officer David Brown is A True Testament to Honorable Duty!  Thanks, Officer Brown.  Peace Be Unto You!
Robert Jones
(P.S. — I, also, think I remember Officer Brown from the Boys’ Club of Lancaster & Camp Snyder)

March 26, 2021

Sending love and prayers to the Brown family. So sorry again for your loss. After working with your mom at Armstrong she had such wonderful stories about him and your family, you all are special. Special hug to Deb and tell her her Armstrong family loves her!
Francesca and Ryan Vaughn 

March 26, 2021

Even though we kind of lost touch after working together at Armstrong, we were always really happy to run into you and Dave wherever that was. You two were team – always together. And you were fun! Dave was a great guy and such a good sport. When we learned of his condition and eventual passing, we were horrified. I’m so sorry Deb … I can’t even imagine what you and your family must be feeling right now. As you all work your way through your grief, please know that we are here for you. Sending you all our love right now and I pray that God gives you peace. We will be attending his service through the link provided on his page. Please accept our most sincere condolences. 
— Tom and Larry

March 26, 2021

Words just never seem enough in these times. Dave has been and will always be a very bright spot in a dark world and we have been so blessed to know him. I will forever hear his voice and the laughter that surrounds him, especially Deb’s awesome laughter with him. The Dave shuffle from this recent anniversary will be a reminder of how much he loves his family and his family loves him. Everyone who knew him couldn’t help but smile in his presence. The hugs at the kids sporting events are some of the very best!!! Our thoughts, our prayers, and our love continue. What a blessing to know that Dave was loved by and cared for in so many ways by so many people!!! Blessings to each of you❤️
Amy, Pete, Sophie, and Grace Meli

March 26, 2021

What a blessing your father was and will continue to be to hundreds ,  no thousands of people who looked up to him for his great leadership , guidance and compassion. He LIVES on in every person he has touched with HIS LOVE . Especially and most importantly his FAMILY. 
My heart goes out to you all ; not that it helps but thousands stand with you mourning his loss 💞 hugs, Nancy Dunn 

March 25, 2021

Dear Deb – I was so sorry to hear about Dave. He was a really special guy. My thoughts and prayers are
with you and your family. I hope you can celebrate his legacy – his family. Stay strong.
Lois Vollrath-Mena

March 25, 2021

Deb and family,
What a tremendous loss for you. My sincerest thoughts and prayers to you. I am blessed to have had the pleasure to work with him at LCPD.  When we both retired, we still saw each other at least twice a year when he brought his CJ classes over to HACC. He was a nut! Always made me laugh.  I would pass him numerous times on 283 either going to work or coming home. He drove like a tortoise and looked like he was sleeping and on autopilot. I would have to email him to let him know I passed him. I think of the hundreds of times I pulled up beside him and I think he saw me twice! I will always remember that smile and wave. You had a very special husband, father and grandfather. God Bless you all.  Cindy Shirk
 
 

March 25, 2021

Deb and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Dave’s passing and will continue to pray for you all as I have since I first received word of his illness. I know I haven’t seen you for awhile but as so many others have said I will always remember your smiles and laughter and the pride you share in your family. People are missed but characters live on forever and Dave was quite a character. May you all find comfort in each other and cherish the memories of one great guy.
Mike Miller

March 25, 2021

Dear Deb and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of Dave. You have suffered too much loss, first your Dad, Dusty and now Dave. My heart aches for you all. Cherish all the happy memories of him and your life together. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs and love to you. 
Diane Ritchey (from Armstrong)

March 25, 2021

I am so sorry to learn of your loss.  Cherish your memories.
 
Elaine LeBuhn

March 25, 2021

Deb,
I am so sorry for you and your family’s loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Amber Grove

March 25, 2021

Brown Family,
I cannot thank you enough for sharing Mr. Brown with us. I entered the Law Enforcement program at DCTS as a “timid and insecure Freshman”, as he put it, and grew into who I am today with Mr. Brown’s guidance, compassion & love. He was my mentor. I would not have made it through high school without him. DCTS was the best decision I’ve ever made, because of him and his program. My heart is broken. The final line of my senior year yearbook message was: “Your losses, although sad, will eventually become your strength”. Take his last teaching moment with me as that strength. He always knew exactly what to say. Thank you for everything, Mr. B… I love you.
-Andrew Fuller, Class of 2017 

March 25, 2021

Sending condolences n sympathy to the Brown family/relatives. David’s father Mr Harry Brown was our baseball coach at the Boys Club n David was our batboy. We often crossed paths when he was a juvenile police officer n I was a outreach worker for SDOL We often joke about his dad coaching our team n him being the batboy. RIP David
Earl Papa Boots

March 24, 2021

Deb and family.  So sorry to hear about Dave.  Was always a fun loving guy.  Will be sorely missed.  You are in my thoughts and prayers 
David Stipe

March 24, 2021

My condolences to your family. Dave was a classmate at LCHS.  I remember his constant smile, as I know you will, as you remember your happy times together.  Be strong and take care.
Ann (Scicchitano) Evans

March 24, 2021

Deb and Family,    I am So very sorry to learn about David and his passing.  I always enjoyed seeing David at G.I.M. 
Kathy Kiskaddon

March 24, 2021

My condolences to your family. Dave was a classmate at LCHS.  I remember his constant smile, as I know you will, as you remember your happy times together.  Be strong and take care.
Ann (Scicchitano) Evans

March 24, 2021

Deb & Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dave. We have so many great memories of Dave leading the charge of the Manor Ridge Bears. We had so much fun in tournaments with the girls.He was always making everyone laugh no matter what the situation. We could tell that he would make a great grandfather. His love for you was apparent with all the poking fun at you at practices. You laughed all the time. The girls looked at him as a father figure. Over the years I have to believe that he deeply affected alot of young people that he got a chance to talk to. His heart was always the biggest part of him. We hope God gives you and your family strength at this time of need. He was definitely taken too soon.  
 
Ed & Sharon Fisher

March 24, 2021

Dear Deb. I just found about Dave’s passing.  I’m sorry for you and your family.  My heart goes out to you.  With deepest sympathy Marie Evans Rose

March 24, 2021

Debbie and family,  I’m so sorry for the passing of Dave.  Know you’re all in my thoughts and prayers.  It was wonderful seeing you again with Elliott, and only wish we would’ve had more time.  So many people that you didn’t know were praying for his recovery.  I guess heaven needed him more.  I’m so sad for all of you.  Take care.  
Lori Harvest

March 24, 2021

Debbie & Family,
Cindy and I have fond memories of Dave and will miss his great loving heart made evident by a smile punctuated with hearty laughter wrapped around a sense of humor that could keep you in stitches nonstop.  When he was in a room with my dad, “Uncle Henny,” it was laughter ping pong.  Look out in heaven.  Hey God!  Have You heard the one about …
As a young patrolman, Dave was assigned to handle traffic at the busy intersection of Queen and Orange streets in downtown Lancaster.  I worked one block away in what was the Armstrong World Industries building on Queen and Chestnut streets.  Cindy and I with our family lived in the 400 block of East Orange Street at that time.  So I would walk home for lunch and back to Armstrong during the lunch hour.  Now, I am older than my cousin Dave, however, back then it wasn’t that apparent.  Dave, when the light changed, would come over and grab my arm as if I was 80 years old at the time and slowly escort me across the street.  As soon as Dave let go of my arm, I would walk away at a normal pace.  People would stare and look confused.  We would just wink at each other.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Debbie.  Remember, now Dave will walk Jesus.
Jesus loves you and so do we, Cindy and Don Dorwart

March 23, 2021

Dear Deb, Mel, Jason and Linny,
This is the hardest thing I have ever had to write. We are so deeply saddened by the loss of Dave. We have so many happy memories, (Manor Ridge coaching. the board, concessions and getting together to support the teams, Christmas Eves, baseball games, Halloween parties and much more.) We love your family and are here if you need anything. We have missed you so much. To say we’re sorry doesn’t even touch the way we feel. Wishing you all peace to bring you comfort, courage. to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in you heart.💗
John and Nancy
 

March 23, 2021

Debbie and Family,  
I wish to extend my condolences and prayers to you all at this difficult time.  Many prayers were offered up for Dave and the family over the recent month and more.  Those continue today.  Dave lived a wonderful life, touched so many people, and will be missed so very much.  God bless you all.  
Teresa Wesch
 

March 23, 2021

Debbie and Family,
You have been in my thoughts in prayers since hearing Dave was ill and you will continue to be. It was such a pleasure to work at LPD with Dave, all of us have Davey Brown stories. Dave could give and with ease take a joke. Dave spoke of you and your kids at work and encouraged me and other younger officers to soak in moments when our kids are young. He also was quick to tell officers to loosen up a bit and smile, I learned from and appreciated Dave.
Dave made a difference for children, those who were abused and neglected. There is a special place in heaven for guys like Davey, I believe that. I know Dave made the same difference at the Dauphin Tech, I stopped up there to visit a coworker of his years ago in auto body and the kids in that program all loved Dave. I still laugh at Dave jumping in my cruiser on George St. a couple of years ago at the front of the Millersville parade because he couldn’t find you guys, only to realize your large group was about 20 yards in front of us yelling to him. Dave had that big grin as he said, yep take me right up there… 
In our thoughts, as I believe I will see Dave again, with his big grin.
Pete and Lizzette Anders

March 23, 2021

Debbie and Family,
Dave was an inspiration and great role model to our community and our children in the community.  His kind and caring personality and funny sense of humor will be missed.  I am so sorry for the loss and pray for God to give you comfort and peace at this difficult time.  Love and Hugs!
Kim Grabusky

March 23, 2021

I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Londa Seachrist

March 23, 2021

Debbie,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family with the loss of Dave.  Always keep in mind the good times and allow them to lead you through these dark moments.  In due time, the memories will bring you smiles rather than tears.
So sorry for your loss.
-Vic Matroni

March 23, 2021

Very sorry for the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Donald R. Gates, Jr.
Palmyra, Pa

March 23, 2021

Very sorry for your loss
Donna Speece
Lancaster Pa

March 22, 2021

Deb, our heartfelt sorrow for the passing of Dave. He was an incredible guy, always fun and had a great sense of kindness for everyone. He is gone far too soon. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts. Dave will be greatly missed. Karen and Rod Brown.

March 22, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather.   Dave will be remembered for me as a nice man who loved his family, and always had a friendly Hello when I saw.   
Kim M McPhail

March 22, 2021

Deb and family: we can’t begin to tell you how terribly sorry we were to hear of Dave’s passing…words can’t begin to express it!He was,indeed, such a good guy! He will be sorely missed… God Bless you all!
Terry and Judy Hollinger

March 22, 2021

Dear the brown family,
my name is Daniel snider and I am a former student of mr. brown. I am so sorry for your lost and I send my condolences. David brown was more than just a teacher to me. He was someone I looked up to and someone I could talk to. I was hit hard when I heard the news but remembered all the good times I had in his class while in high school. Favorite memory I have is during the Christmas holiday he would randomly play Christmas music on his stereo system and just made everyone laugh.
Daniel snider

March 22, 2021

Dearest Deb, I am so saddened by the passing of Dave. It was obvious to all the deep love you had for each other. Please accept my deepest sympathy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy Keiser 

March 22, 2021

I never met anyone who didn’t like Dave and I never heard Dave say there was anyone he didn’t like.  I never remember a time with Dave when we didn’t have a good laugh.  Isn’t that the measure of a life well lived?
Donald Stewart

March 22, 2021

Dear Deb, I am deeply saddened to learn of your loss of Dave, and I send my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers during the past weeks, and I will continue to pray for you.  
Jane Pelland

March 22, 2021

I worked side by side with Dave in the L.E. Dept.  at Dauphin County Tech. For five great years.  He was such a great friend, and never a day went by that he was not happy. The kids adored him.  He was the most unselfish person I have ever known.  Dave’s love for his wife Deb, his children and grandchildren were undeniably apparent.  I truly lost a great friend, and know he is now with the Lord.  My thoughts and prayers are with you, Deb.  I truly know the loss you feel right now.   
Kaye Harrold

March 22, 2021

My deepest condolence 
He will be missed by his loving family of reedemer church. 
Dawn leonard

March 22, 2021

Dear Deb and family ~ My heart is hurting right along with you all. ❤️ Linda Gossman

March 22, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the entire Brown family. 
Barry, Kathy, Bob and Sedina Snodgrass

March 21, 2021

Deb and family, 
As we had plan our time together and things went in opposite direction. I want you to know I was remembering. The visit with you and Dave eating Spaghetti. Do you remember those checkered bibs you had for us. And all the laughter Bill and Dave had about wearing them. Please know it is with deep sadness for your loss.Please know you and your family in my prayers . Anything I can do please call, even if it is to chat.
June Walton

March 21, 2021

Dear Deb and family,
We were so sad to see about Dave’s passing. We always seemed to run in to you guys at Christmas time at Toys R Us shopping for the grandkids and would catch up with each other. I know I speak for many people when I say the Manor Ridge family will never forget Dave’s smile and laugh. Rick and I send our prayers and hugs to all of you!
Rick and Cheryl Gehr

March 21, 2021

I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. I remember many years ago in our youth your big-hearted laugh and how much fun you and Dave had together. Sending love to you and your family at this tough time. I remember you both fondly.
Sandie Wike Malik

March 21, 2021

I was a student of Mr. Brown 04-08 we kept in touch throughout the years sporadically. Mr. Brown was like a father figure to me. He set me straight if I did wrong and gave me praise when I did right. Mr. Brown saved my life. High school was tough for me and he knew it. I was depressed to the point I was going to drop out of school. I walked in one day holding a pink paper (drop out form) he took me down to the office and told the principal and my mom who was there, “I’m not signing this!” Without all teachers signatures, I was not able to drop out. I thanked him everytime I spoke to him in the years after. Because of him, I went on to receive a BS in Law and soon a Masters in Healthcare Administration. I am going to dedicate my graduate degree to Mr. Brown. In closing, I would like to share the last email I received from Mr, Brown last spring this email speaks to who he was as a man of God I think his friends and family would appreciate this. 
 
 
“Hey Eddie, 
 
  We are working through this pandemic and school closing extension and it has all of us on an emotional roller coaster.
 
Hearing from you takes me back to a time that getting ready for NOCTI and anticipating graduation was at the height of our seniors’ attention. You can relate to the good old days!
 
   I am well and my family is doing well, as we are trying to keep my kids and the grandkids safe. The scare for me is having any of them acquire this virus. Not knowing or having a clear expectation, draws on our energy, psyche and emotions. 
 
   I am sustained by my love, faith and hope that Our Lord will be with me and my family through this pandemic. I know He will and in His perfect way, will make the best possible result for all true believers. Actually, I hope that this becomes a giant wake-up call to draw us closer to Him, accept His Perfect Love and share it with all people.
 
   I hope your marriage has been a blessing for you. I was so glad when you called that one summer and told me. I always want my kids (yes, my students are my kids) to find true happiness and success in their life. I hope that you are there in your life. 
 
   After all of this current junk is over, I would like to meet with you to catch up. I was planning to retire after this year, but now I don’t feel like I can go out like this. I need to be there for the kids, as they come back to school and attempt to adjust mentally and emotionally. They know that I truly care and they will need someone that they know is in their corner and will be there for them. I feel that the process will take us into the next school year and in good conscience, I need to be here for them.
 
   I hope I didn’t bore you, I guess you have given me a place to work out my thoughts and focus on what this life experience is all about. Loving each other and sharing a part of our journey. I will always remember you because our crossroads became critical for you as a student and me as your teacher. Really it was about friendship.
 
Mr. Brown
Edwin Crespo-Thomas

March 21, 2021

Dear Deb and Family,
Words cannot express my sympathy, love and prayers for your loss. Dave and I went back a long way and he always made me laugh.  Please know he is now at peace and in a much better place.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely,
Nancy Sauer

March 21, 2021

Our heartfelt sympathies & prayers for the entire Brown family. Dave will always be remembered as one of the “good guys gone too soon”! Keith played little league with Dave & Diane & I graduated together. We all went to St Anthony’s together too. Keith & Marsha (Monteith) Parke

March 21, 2021

Dear Deb, Jason, Melanie and Lindsey,
It is with a heavy heart that I say how very sorry I am to hear of Dave’s passing. Dave was one of the all-time great people to have known. Simply a great man! His personality of friendship, kindness, and exceptional humor is to be admired and cherished. When Dave smiled, you smiled, and when Dave laughed, you laughed, that’s just the way it was. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him, but he will live in our hearts forever!  Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Steve Martin

March 21, 2021

Dear Deb and family,
We were so saddened to hear of Dave’s passing.  Our deepest condolences to you and your beautiful family!  Sending lots of hugs, love and prayers as you navigate this next chapter of your life without the love of your life.  He is now your angel in heaven!
Julie & Bill Bowers

March 21, 2021

Deb and family,
  I have been following Dave’s Covid journey and praying for him.  I am so sorry to find out of his passing. He was an amazing man. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Your memories will keep him with you forever!!    Vicki Geib

March 21, 2021

Dear Debra & family,  I was stunned to see this.  Dave was way too young.  We were classmates at Lancaster Catholic and played CYO basketball against each other.   What I too will remember is the big smile he had every time we met.  May he rest in peace.
Bruno S. Schmalhofer
LCHS 1973

March 21, 2021

Dear Deb and Family,
  We are deeply saddened to hear of Daves passing. Your loss will be felt by many. Our deepest sympathy to your entire family.
                                        Beth Kuhns and Family ❤️
 
                                      

March 21, 2021

Dear Deb and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Dave’s struggle with COVID and his eventual passing. He was truly a fun person, and I will remember how much I enjoyed his presence on the golf course where we shared so many laughs. 
My thoughts and prayers are much with you and your family.
Fitz

March 21, 2021

My deepest sympathy to you Debbie and your whole family for your loss. 
Cathleen F Bernhardt

March 21, 2021

Debbie & Family-  I was so so saddened to hear of the loss of Dave.  May God comfort  & give you & your children, granchildren much peace.  Good memories of our times together at Armstrong & visiting with your family.  Please, please contact me as I would love to see you again & visit.  717-291-9897,  717-575-4088.  Sincerely & with Love, Charlotte Hershey

March 21, 2021

Deb, it is with very deep sadness that Jim and I read of Dave’s passing this morning.   We are so very sorry for your loss.  Dave was indeed a special guy who loved to have fun whatever he was doing.  I wish we had been able to get together before all the COVID happenings.  You and your family with be in our thoughts and prayers through the coming weeks.  I look forward to a time when we can get together again in person.  
 
With love, Grace and Jim Maurer

March 21, 2021

Debra & Family,
I am both shocked & saddened to read of your loss.  I thought about the 2 of you last week when I was shopping at B.J.’s where we seemed to run into each other.  Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers as you mourn your loss.  I have no doubt that he & my brother, Eric have already played a few rounds of golf by now.  May you find peace & comfort.
Sincerely,
Barbara Stewart Dorsey