Darryl Von Dell Brown
February 8, 1955 - April 28, 2026
Darryl V. Brown, Sr., passed away on April 28, 2026 at his home in Lawton, OK.
He was born in Brewton, AL, to the late Ella Lee Brown II and Morris Orange.
Darryl served his country in the United States Army for 20 years, ultimately deciding to retire and stay in Lawton, OK. In addition to his service, he was a steadfast father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, teacher, historian, chess player, coach, mentor, referee, fisherman, and friend. He was known as funny, blunt, honest, giving, occasionally abrasive, thoughtful, intelligent, and kind. He was a community staple who often worked behind the scenes to help someone in need.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by Danyell Brown, Tierre Hall, Ella Lee Brown III, James Brown, and Reginald Brown.
He is survived by his sister Voncile Nettles and his children Darryl Brown Jr., Joshua Brown, Jon-Michael Brown, Elizabeth Brown, April Woidt-Jones, Zachary Brown, Alana Laflen, Bella Brown, 24 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.
A viewing will be held at Whinery Huddleston Funeral Service on May 5, 2026 from 5-7 pm. A service led by Pastor Jon-Michael Brown and Chaplain Zachary Brown will be held on May 6, 2026, at noon followed by a burial at Fort Sill Cemetery in Elgin, OK.
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