Robert D. Brown

Robert D. Brown, 91, of Chili, passed away on May 8th, surrounded by family. Bob was a beloved father and grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend. He is now at peace in the presence of our Lord and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Bob was born in Rochester, on May 8th 1935, to Edgar and Ruth Brown. Growing up in the 19th ward he attended Saint Monica’s Grammar School, on Genesee Street, and graduated from West High School. Throughout Bob’s life he thrived in athletics, participating in multiple sports. He was known as “Buckets Brown” on the basketball court. Bob pursued education at Saint John Fisher College and graduated from Niagara University, where he developed a strong foundation in business. He went on to build a meaningful career first at Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and then as Personnel Director, and then Vice President at Monroe Community College. He retired in 1996 after 30 years. The most important part of Bob’s life was his Catholic faith. He was instrumental in bringing catholic radio to Rochester, belonged to the Knights of Columbus, and was an active member of Saint Pius the Tenth Church. After meeting and marrying the love of his life, MaryAnne, they were blessed with 6 sons. Being a father was his biggest accomplishment. He continuously worked hard to support his entire family. Bob is predeceased by his parents, wife of 52 years, MaryAnne Brown. Bob is survived by his six children, Robert (Karen), Fr. Timothy, Fr. Michael, Thomas (Brenda), Kevin (Tracy), and Patrick; his grandchildren, Dan (Sarah), Kristen (Matt) Hancock, Jonathan, Matthew (Marissa), Emily, Brennan, Timothy, Ryan, and Sarah; and also his great grandchildren, Connor and Parker Brown, Leland and Haisley Hancock. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, May 12th, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Leo M Bean funeral home, 2771 Chili Avenue Rochester, NY 14624. Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, May 13th, at 10:30 am at Saint Pius the Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Avenue Rochester, NY 14624. Interment, St. Pius Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Pius Tenth Church. John 11:25-26 “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.”

Robert D. Brown

May 8, 1935 - May 8, 2026