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Robert Reed “Bob” Brown

Birth	:	16 Oct 1913 Beaman, Grundy County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	15 Jul 1988 Eldora, Hardin County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Dudley Park Cemetery, Dudley Park, Port Adelaide Enfield City, Australia
Coordinate	:	-34.8836430, 138.5812780
Description	:	Robert R. Brown was born October 16, 1913 at Beaman, Iowa, the son of James and Lydia Brown. When he was two years old his family moved to Eldora when he spent 66 years of his life except for six years in college and the military. In 1931, he graduated from Eldora High School. After working for two years to save for college, he enrolled at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, graduating in 1937. On April 9, 1939, he married Barbara Tschirgi at Reinbeck, Iowa. In 1938, he established the Brown Insurance Agency which became known as the... Read More	Robert R. Brown was born October 16, 1913 at Beaman, Iowa, the son of James and Lydia Brown. When he was two years old his family moved to Eldora when he spent 66 years of his life except for six years in college and the military. In 1931, he graduated from Eldora High School. After working for two years to save for college, he enrolled at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, graduating in 1937. On April 9, 1939, he married Barbara Tschirgi at Reinbeck, Iowa. In 1938, he established the Brown Insurance Agency which became known as the Brown-Hurst Insurance Agency in 1959. In 1944, he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving two years. In December 1945, he returned to Eldora and joined the Hardin County Savings Bank where he was in charge of the Consumer Loan Department. In February 1959, he became President, holding the position until his death. He was active in bank operations until April 1988 and was a principal stockholder since 1965. Under his leadership the savings bank grew from assets of $6.7 million to $91.143 million and its staff from 18 to 48. It is the oldest banking institution in Hardin County. He was an active member of the Eldora Industrial Development Board of Directors from its formation in 1958 until his death and also served as its President for 19 years. He was a member of the Eldora City Council for 16 years and 42 year member and past President of the Eldora Rotary Club. He was the first Eldora Rotarian to be recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow. He was an avid golfer who was a member of the University of Iowa golf team and he competed in 15 Rotary International Tournaments since 1970. He served as a board member and President of the Iowa Men’s Senior Gold Association. For 36 years he was a member of the Pine Lake Country Club Board of Directors and served as President or Treasurer for many years. He was a member of the Eldora Chamber of Commerce, Pine Lake Wildlife Club. He was a member of the American Legion, serving as Commander in the early 1950s. He was a member of the United Methodist Church and served as Treasurer of the Memorial Committee and Finance Committee member. For many years he was Hardin County Republican Finance Chair. He died of cancer at his home on Friday, July 15, 1988 at the age of 74 years. Survivors included his wife Barbara of Eldora; one daughter of Iowa City; two sons of Eldora and Independence; eight grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Louise (Martin) Blackmun of Palos Verdes, California and Annette brown of Eldora. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Thomas and one granddaughter, Lindsey Brown. Funeral services were held at the United Methodist Church, Rev. Gordon Watson, officiating. Arrangements were by the Andrie and Creps Funeral Home and Longenecker Funeral Home, both of Eldora. Interment was in Eldora Cemetery. Sources: Eldora Herald Ledger, Tuesday, July 19, 1988 and Hardin County Index, July 22, 1988.

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Robert Reed “Bob” Brown's memorial is located at: Dudley Park Cemetery, Dudley Park, Port Adelaide Enfield City, Australia.
When did Robert Reed “Bob” Brown death?
Robert Reed “Bob” Brown death on 15 Jul 1988 in Eldora, Hardin County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: -34.8836430
Longitude: 138.5812780

Family Members:

Parent

James L. Brown

(1882 - 1975)

Lydia Koeneman Brown

(1882 - 1973)

Spouse

Barbara Jane Tschirgi Brown

(1915 - 2002)

Siblings

Louise Brown Blackmun

(1912 - 2003)

Annette J. Brown

(1916 - 1994)

Children

Susan Elizabeth Brown Brinkmeyer

(1940 - 1994)

Thomas Robert Brown

(1941 - 1947)

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