Donnie R

Brown

Mr. Donnie R. Brown of Warrenton, MO, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023. He was born on February 4, 1956 in Chicago, IL, to the late Malon and Marcella (nee: Ellsworth) Brown. Donnie had reached the age of 67 years.

Donnie loved the simple things in life. He especially loved joking and acting silly with his family and friends. Donnie was united in marriage to Naomi (nee: Shadrick) Brown on June 17, 1978 in Woodson Terrace, MO. They celebrated 45 wonderful years together. Donnie enjoyed being outside, whether he was fishing or teeing off at the golf course. He loved music and enjoyed playing the drums. He was a fan of Nascar racing and loved his "special friend" Skeeter cuddled on his lap. Donnie was a truck driver for most of his life. He drove for Affton Trucking for 15 years.

Donnie is preceded in death by his parents Malon and Marcella; one brother, James and one brother-in-law, Steve. Those who will remain grateful for having shared in Donnie's life are his wife Naomi; two sons Randy Kelley and Jimmy Kelley and wife Bonnie; one daughter, Angela Scott and husband Josh; one brother, Robert Brown and wife Pauline; five grandchildren Michelle, Amanda M, Amanda P. ( Danny), Adrienne K. (Garrett) and Eli S; nine great grandchildren, Alyssa, Faith, Maddix, Nolan, Addy, Maddy, Lilyann, Jaice and Avery; six sister-in-laws, Susie (Joe), Johnnie (Keith), Jackie, Lyla, Virginia (Don) and Sherry; one brother-in-law, John (Sandy); other relatives and many friends.

The family will be hosting A Celebration of Donnie's Life on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at Martin Funeral Home in Warrenton from 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM. They will then host a Celebration of Life Service at 12:00 PM, also at Martin Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made in honor of Donnie to St. Jude's Research Hospital c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main Street, Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneralhome.net.