Thomas (Tom) A. Brown, age 89, died after a long, wonderful life on November 30, 2021 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born January 24, 1932 in New London, Wisconsin, the son of Fred A. and Marion E. (Pierce) Brown.

          Tom served with the U.S. Navy in Korea during the Korean War.  After the war, Tom became a beloved teacher and coach in Los Alamos, NM. He enriched the lives of all he touched.

          At the time of his passing, Tom was retired and living in Santa Fe, NM with his wife of 43 years, Gloria V. Brown. His love for her was beautiful and endless.  A love that all hope to find and experience in their own lives.  He is also survived by his sons Scott, Tim, and Darryl, his stepchildren Mark, Eric, Franz, Nana, Suzy, and Kevin, his brother Jim and his sister Jo.  He was also a favorite grandfather and great-grandfather.  

          The family will receive friends on Friday, Dec. 3rd at 2 pm at Berardinelli Funeral Home at 1399 Luisa St., Santa Fe, NM. His interment will be on Feb. 11th, 2022 at 2 pm at The Santa Fe National Cemetery.

          The family would like to thank the Olivas Sisters Home Care for their compassionate loving care of Tom.

The family would also like to thank Compassus Hospice.

          If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Los Alamos Toppers Athletic Clubs by going to the Los Alamos Public School website:

https://laschools.revtrak.net/los-alamos-high-school/ - /v/T-BROWN-DONATIONS-193

          For those unable to attend, a live stream will be available: https://www.fhwebhosting.com/xjx/notices/Thomas-Brown