August 15, 1960 ~ January 19, 2026
Bruce Dale Brown, age 65, of Madill, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, in Ardmore, Oklahoma. He was born August 15, 1960, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Buddy D. Brown and Veda Clarice (Williamson) Raley. He was raised in Madill, Oklahoma, where he graduated from Madill High School.
He proudly served his country in the Oklahoma National Guard for six years. Bruce worked in the oil field for over 20 years as a pumper, a career he took great pride in. Bruce married Shelly Renae Scott on September 22, 1990. He enjoyed fishing, Taco Tuesdays, and spending time with his family. He enjoyed watching television with his grandchildren and being part of the daily topics— all moments he cherished deeply.
He is survived by:
Wife: Shelly Brown of Madill
Children: Lynsey Nicole Brown of Ardmore and Beau Brown of Madill
Grandchildren: Ti’Lee Skanes, Kendrick Brown-Williams, Micah Brown and Dahlia Anne-Marie Brown
Brother: Joe Raley and wife Yvonne of Florida
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Doug Brown and Donny Raley.
Memorial Service
Abundant Life Church (The Well)
Thursday, January
29, 2026
2:00 PM
421 L. NE
Ardmore, Ok