John "Doc" R. Brown

John R. Brown, also known as Doc, Jackie, Brownie, Dad and his personal favorite, Pop-Pop, died peacefully at the age of 64 on August 20, 2016 at Manor Care Nursing Home, Darby.

Doc was a very active member of the Delaware County Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) Black Jack Kehoe Division 4 where he also served as treasurer.  He was born on August 20, 1952 to his parents John and Marion Miller Brown.  He was a 1971 graduate of Darby Township High School.  Shortly after graduation he began working for Conrail.  Doc continued to work as a “rail roader” for over 40 years.  He then worked for Septa and eventually retired from Amtrak after his 60th birthday.  Following his retirement he enjoyed relaxing in the Poconos, fishing and playing horseshoes. One of his favorite things to do was spend time with his two grandsons.  Doc will always be remembered by his family and friends as a tough nut who always had your back, with a thick head and HUGE heart that made him a kind, generous and giving person to all.  Most importantly he was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Agnes Cataldi Brown; sons John and Christopher; daughter Shannon; two grandsons, Christopher and Connor and three sisters, Kathleen Martin, Anne Tiernan and Donna Brown and his uncle Bill Miller.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Friday at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, 233 Mohawk Ave, Norwood, PA 19074.  Friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the D’Anjolell-Stigale Memorial Home, 3260 Concord Rd, Aston, PA 19014 and also Friday morning at St. Gabriel’s Church from 10-11 a.m.  Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.  Following Mass on Friday there will be a luncheon at Casey’s, 601 E. Chester Pike, Ridley Park.

Memorial contributions in his name to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org 

Online condolences can be made at www.jpdfh.com.

Arrangements by David A. Cericola Jr., Funeral Director (610) 304-3349.  For all inquiries regarding the funeral please contact the above number.