From the Live Oak Herald Thursday, March 6, 1947
"County Mourns Loss of Great Humanitarian H. C. Brown Dies Suddenly
A Tribute to Henry Charles Brown by the Wellingtons
It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of Henry Brown. Mr. Brown was a man with many interests and activities, and a perusal of the files of the Herald indicates that the local paper was one of them. It seems likely, that during the lean years the newspaper would have closed its doors if it had not been for the generous support of the Morrison Co. In fact, since we have been here we have known periods when Mr. Brown's business constituted approximately one-third of the total. Mr. Brown believed in the future of George West. He believed that the newspaper should be kept alive, that the town should have a fire department, and he was a generous giver and hard worker for everything designed for the people's good.
We once wrote an article celebrating the completion of a worthy drive for funds. Live Oak County was over the top again, under the leadership of H. C. Brown! We submitted a proof to Mr. Brown for his O.K. He crossed out his name wherever it appeared, and O.K.'d the balance.
Mr. Brown was not well known for his personal assistance to many people here. A person in financial straits does not usually publicize the fact, and when Mr. Brown assisted them he did not talk about it either. However, many of us were never able to repay him for his consideration and trust. His friends were many and from all walks of life. And he was always ready to help a friend.
We have never aspired to the pulpit, but if we were capable we would like to preach a sermon about Henry Charles Brown. And our prayer would be, "Lord, help us to fulfill our obligation as well as he did."
If "service above self" deserves a reward, he should receive it.
The people of Live Oak County were saddened Sunday morning when news was received of the death of Henry Charles Brown. He was found dead from a heart attack, in his bedroom when the maid entered to clean the room.
Mr. Brown was 48 years of age and had been manager of Morrison and Company department store for the past 18 years.
Services were held Monday afternoon at the Methodist Church with the Rev. W. J. Weimer, pastor, in charge, assisted by the Rev. W. R. Underwood, former pastor of the Baptist Church. Interment was in the George West Cemetery.
Pallbearers were: Paul Shillinburg, W. E. Lamm, Cecil Kendall, Marvin Johnson, C. B. Beard, Jack Ormand, Tom Gregorcyk and Elwood Probst.
Mr. Wood was known far and wide, as evidenced by the large attendance at the services. The church building was filled to overflowing, with many friends and acquaintances crowded on the steps and lawn.
He was born in Pearsall on June 26, 1898. He married Francis Hulda Morrison in 1924, who preceded him in death. He was a Mason and member of the Baptist Church, the Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, and American Legion, and was interested in all civic matters. During the war he was chairman of the Selective service Reemployment Board. He served in the Quartermaster Corps during World War I.
Survivors include a daughter, Margaret Francis Brown; two sons, Henry and Ross Brown of George West; his mother, Mrs. W. f. Brown of Leming; his mother-in-law, Mrs. L. S. Morriso of George West."
"County Mourns Loss of Great Humanitarian H. C. Brown Dies Suddenly
A Tribute to Henry Charles Brown by the Wellingtons
It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of Henry Brown. Mr. Brown was a man with many interests and activities, and a perusal of the files of the Herald indicates that the local paper was one of them. It seems likely, that during the lean years the newspaper would have closed its doors if it had not been for the generous support of the Morrison Co. In fact, since we have been here we have known periods when Mr. Brown's business constituted approximately one-third of the total. Mr. Brown believed in the future of George West. He believed that the newspaper should be kept alive, that the town should have a fire department, and he was a generous giver and hard worker for everything designed for the people's good.
We once wrote an article celebrating the completion of a worthy drive for funds. Live Oak County was over the top again, under the leadership of H. C. Brown! We submitted a proof to Mr. Brown for his O.K. He crossed out his name wherever it appeared, and O.K.'d the balance.
Mr. Brown was not well known for his personal assistance to many people here. A person in financial straits does not usually publicize the fact, and when Mr. Brown assisted them he did not talk about it either. However, many of us were never able to repay him for his consideration and trust. His friends were many and from all walks of life. And he was always ready to help a friend.
We have never aspired to the pulpit, but if we were capable we would like to preach a sermon about Henry Charles Brown. And our prayer would be, "Lord, help us to fulfill our obligation as well as he did."
If "service above self" deserves a reward, he should receive it.
The people of Live Oak County were saddened Sunday morning when news was received of the death of Henry Charles Brown. He was found dead from a heart attack, in his bedroom when the maid entered to clean the room.
Mr. Brown was 48 years of age and had been manager of Morrison and Company department store for the past 18 years.
Services were held Monday afternoon at the Methodist Church with the Rev. W. J. Weimer, pastor, in charge, assisted by the Rev. W. R. Underwood, former pastor of the Baptist Church. Interment was in the George West Cemetery.
Pallbearers were: Paul Shillinburg, W. E. Lamm, Cecil Kendall, Marvin Johnson, C. B. Beard, Jack Ormand, Tom Gregorcyk and Elwood Probst.
Mr. Wood was known far and wide, as evidenced by the large attendance at the services. The church building was filled to overflowing, with many friends and acquaintances crowded on the steps and lawn.
He was born in Pearsall on June 26, 1898. He married Francis Hulda Morrison in 1924, who preceded him in death. He was a Mason and member of the Baptist Church, the Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, and American Legion, and was interested in all civic matters. During the war he was chairman of the Selective service Reemployment Board. He served in the Quartermaster Corps during World War I.
Survivors include a daughter, Margaret Francis Brown; two sons, Henry and Ross Brown of George West; his mother, Mrs. W. f. Brown of Leming; his mother-in-law, Mrs. L. S. Morriso of George West."
From the Live Oak Herald Thursday, March 6, 1947
"County Mourns Loss of Great Humanitarian H. C. Brown Dies Suddenly
A Tribute to Henry Charles Brown by the Wellingtons
It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of Henry Brown. Mr. Brown was a man with many interests and activities, and a perusal of the files of the Herald indicates that the local paper was one of them. It seems likely, that during the lean years the newspaper would have closed its doors if it had not been for the generous support of the Morrison Co. In fact, since we have been here we have known periods when Mr. Brown's business constituted approximately one-third of the total. Mr. Brown believed in the future of George West. He believed that the newspaper should be kept alive, that the town should have a fire department, and he was a generous giver and hard worker for everything designed for the people's good.
We once wrote an article celebrating the completion of a worthy drive for funds. Live Oak County was over the top again, under the leadership of H. C. Brown! We submitted a proof to Mr. Brown for his O.K. He crossed out his name wherever it appeared, and O.K.'d the balance.
Mr. Brown was not well known for his personal assistance to many people here. A person in financial straits does not usually publicize the fact, and when Mr. Brown assisted them he did not talk about it either. However, many of us were never able to repay him for his consideration and trust. His friends were many and from all walks of life. And he was always ready to help a friend.
We have never aspired to the pulpit, but if we were capable we would like to preach a sermon about Henry Charles Brown. And our prayer would be, "Lord, help us to fulfill our obligation as well as he did."
If "service above self" deserves a reward, he should receive it.
The people of Live Oak County were saddened Sunday morning when news was received of the death of Henry Charles Brown. He was found dead from a heart attack, in his bedroom when the maid entered to clean the room.
Mr. Brown was 48 years of age and had been manager of Morrison and Company department store for the past 18 years.
Services were held Monday afternoon at the Methodist Church with the Rev. W. J. Weimer, pastor, in charge, assisted by the Rev. W. R. Underwood, former pastor of the Baptist Church. Interment was in the George West Cemetery.
Pallbearers were: Paul Shillinburg, W. E. Lamm, Cecil Kendall, Marvin Johnson, C. B. Beard, Jack Ormand, Tom Gregorcyk and Elwood Probst.
Mr. Wood was known far and wide, as evidenced by the large attendance at the services. The church building was filled to overflowing, with many friends and acquaintances crowded on the steps and lawn.
He was born in Pearsall on June 26, 1898. He married Francis Hulda Morrison in 1924, who preceded him in death. He was a Mason and member of the Baptist Church, the Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, and American Legion, and was interested in all civic matters. During the war he was chairman of the Selective service Reemployment Board. He served in the Quartermaster Corps during World War I.
Survivors include a daughter, Margaret Francis Brown; two sons, Henry and Ross Brown of George West; his mother, Mrs. W. f. Brown of Leming; his mother-in-law, Mrs. L. S. Morriso of George West."
"County Mourns Loss of Great Humanitarian H. C. Brown Dies Suddenly
A Tribute to Henry Charles Brown by the Wellingtons
It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of Henry Brown. Mr. Brown was a man with many interests and activities, and a perusal of the files of the Herald indicates that the local paper was one of them. It seems likely, that during the lean years the newspaper would have closed its doors if it had not been for the generous support of the Morrison Co. In fact, since we have been here we have known periods when Mr. Brown's business constituted approximately one-third of the total. Mr. Brown believed in the future of George West. He believed that the newspaper should be kept alive, that the town should have a fire department, and he was a generous giver and hard worker for everything designed for the people's good.
We once wrote an article celebrating the completion of a worthy drive for funds. Live Oak County was over the top again, under the leadership of H. C. Brown! We submitted a proof to Mr. Brown for his O.K. He crossed out his name wherever it appeared, and O.K.'d the balance.
Mr. Brown was not well known for his personal assistance to many people here. A person in financial straits does not usually publicize the fact, and when Mr. Brown assisted them he did not talk about it either. However, many of us were never able to repay him for his consideration and trust. His friends were many and from all walks of life. And he was always ready to help a friend.
We have never aspired to the pulpit, but if we were capable we would like to preach a sermon about Henry Charles Brown. And our prayer would be, "Lord, help us to fulfill our obligation as well as he did."
If "service above self" deserves a reward, he should receive it.
The people of Live Oak County were saddened Sunday morning when news was received of the death of Henry Charles Brown. He was found dead from a heart attack, in his bedroom when the maid entered to clean the room.
Mr. Brown was 48 years of age and had been manager of Morrison and Company department store for the past 18 years.
Services were held Monday afternoon at the Methodist Church with the Rev. W. J. Weimer, pastor, in charge, assisted by the Rev. W. R. Underwood, former pastor of the Baptist Church. Interment was in the George West Cemetery.
Pallbearers were: Paul Shillinburg, W. E. Lamm, Cecil Kendall, Marvin Johnson, C. B. Beard, Jack Ormand, Tom Gregorcyk and Elwood Probst.
Mr. Wood was known far and wide, as evidenced by the large attendance at the services. The church building was filled to overflowing, with many friends and acquaintances crowded on the steps and lawn.
He was born in Pearsall on June 26, 1898. He married Francis Hulda Morrison in 1924, who preceded him in death. He was a Mason and member of the Baptist Church, the Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, and American Legion, and was interested in all civic matters. During the war he was chairman of the Selective service Reemployment Board. He served in the Quartermaster Corps during World War I.
Survivors include a daughter, Margaret Francis Brown; two sons, Henry and Ross Brown of George West; his mother, Mrs. W. f. Brown of Leming; his mother-in-law, Mrs. L. S. Morriso of George West."
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