Cecil Brown

Birth date: Jan 24, 1915 Death date: Feb 18, 2004

Cecil Ewell Brown age 89 of Springdale died Wednesday, February 18, 2004 in Springdale. He was born January 24, 1915 in Hillsboro, Texas the son of Ewell J. and Pauline Ansley Brown. He was a graduate of Hillsboro High School and Read Obituary

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Barbara Gibbs Ostmann (Almost Family )

399w ago

Dear Marcelyn, Brenda and Lyndall,

I don't know what to say. I just read my sister Kay Rebstock's tribute, and she pretty well said it all.
The Brown family and the Gibbs family were one. We grew up together, even sharing a house for some time. I always knew that if anything happened to Mom and Dad, that Cecil and Marcelyn would take care of us kids; and vice versa. How safe and stable for a child to know that kind of love and security. Even as an adult, I've been blessed by the love and support from the Brown family.
I always marveled at the life-long friendship that our parents had/have. It is really something when people can say they've been friends through thick and thin for more than 60 years. Mom and Dad were/are blessed to have been best friends with Marcelyn and Cecil. And we kids, Kay, Susie and myself, have also been blessed.
One of my earliest jobs was working at OTASCO after school and on Saturday, and later during every break from college. I well remember many Christmas Eves when, although closing time was long past, we were still at the store, waiting for people to come pick up bicycles and toys from layaway, so that Christmas morning would be happy for their children. Service was the keyword for Cecil and OTASCO -- something today's shoppers can barely imagine.
Marcelyn and Cecil loaned me the money to buy my first set of contact lenses and let me pay them back a little bit a week out of my paycheck.
When I graduated from high school, Marcelyn and Cecil took me to Tulsa and treated me to a special shopping trip at a major department store there. Marcelyn and Cecil, and Brenda and Lyndall, have always been a part of my life, and always will be -- whether on earth or in heaven. And I'm sure Daddy and Cecil are in heaven now, catching up on old times.
Brenda is a sister to me as surely as Susie and Kay are, and Marcelyn is my
"second mom." I love you all and keep you in my prayers.
May Cecil rest in peace. And may God grant peace to Marcelyn, Brenda and Lyndall at this sad time.

Brenda Brown (Daughter)

399w ago

As I sit here in my living room with tears I know I must say good-bye. Dad you are the greatest you love me and gave me everything a daughter could ever want. I only wish I told you more often how much you are loved. I see things all over my house that says you where here. The shelves in the garage, the drainage ditch the door to my living room. My husband would always say why did you call your Dad. It was because he could fix anything. Thanks for being the greatest dad in the world I will see you soon as a whole person . With all my love Brenda
r being the greatest Dad in the world.

Clint Mcclain (Grandson)

399w ago

It is tough to say goodby to a grandfather I loved, but it is great to see how much of a postive effect he has had on others throughout the years. I too have great memories, stories and lessions learned from a great businessman & grandfather.

Few days go by that I don't take something from the years we worked together and use it to improve the businesses that I currently manage, or for that matter how I conduct my life.

Ideas like - go to an auction when it rains becasue less people show up and the prices are lower, or don't make anything that is not positive a habit. Simple, straigt forward ideas that still make good sense.

I will not soon forget the work ethic he instilled, the compassion he showed, the love he had for others or the great times we spent together.

We will always love you Daddy-B

Nedra Haggard Frain (Family Acquaintance)

399w ago

The day I was born Cecil and Marcelyn were there. Due to my imminent arrival, Mom missed the Lazy Daisy Cake that Marcelyn had made for lunch. From that day on, the Brown family have been a part of every important event in my life. Even after I moved to Missouri for college and marriage, it was a given that I would visit with the Brown's every trip to NW Arkansas. Brenda and I were in the same class at SHS and in recent years my sisters, Barb and Susie, Brenda and I have become "sisters of the heart." Cecil became a "second" Dad after my Father died four years ago and with his passing, I feel like I have lost another tie to my childhood. I sure hope that he and Dad are sorting car parts or "talking shop" in heaven.
Always ready with a warm comment, a smile and a hug, Cecil made me feel special. I am so glad that I was able to spend last Thanksgiving with my Mom, Marcelyn and Cecil. It was the last time that all were well enough to be together and enjoy a great meal and lifelong friendships.
I will miss Cecil and add my prayers that his family-Marcelyn, Lyndall and Brenda-will gain comfort from knowing that he was loved by many and especially by the Gibbs girls.

Jack And Virginia Stone (Acquaintance)

399w ago

Cecil was one of the first people I met when I went to work for the Chamber. He was one of the ones I turned to when I needed to know something.

I shall never forget him. Cecil and Marcilyn will forever be in my memories.

Virginia Stone

Ed And Cathy Lawson (Friends From Church)

399w ago

We extend our sympathy and will remember you and your family in our prayers.

Stan Thomas (Friend And Co-Worker)

399w ago

I only got acquainted with Cecil late in his life. He was selling shelving to my business, and I recognized the value of his knowledge for merchandising. He was just full of great business ideas! I told him that if he ever wanted a part-time job at Big Brothers Pawn, that we'd make a spot available....but was I ever surprised when he took me up on the offer! Never was I disappointed. Cecil helped me look at things more abstract (creatively), and caused our business to make some changes that were and are financially rewarding to our company. I will miss his wit and wisdom. Our company newsletter often snared a quote from him that helped keep us focused on the jobs at hand. ex.; lead, follow, or get out of the way! it's better to get a fast nickel rather than a slow dime!
I feel honored that I was able to get to know Cecil. He was a fine man!
Marcelyn, you two were role model couples for true love! Earlene and I will aleays have a special place for you in our hearts.
Stan and Earlene Thomas

Max Wright (Friend)

399w ago

I remember the day that my Dad, Roy Wright and I went down and bought my first new bicycle from Cecil. He was a big wonderful man with a great big laugh and smile. I went to school with Brenda and Ronnie. He will be remembered for a long time.

Mr. And Mrs. Truman Brewer

399w ago

There are no words to ease your pain at this time but if caring thoughts can help, ours are with you.

David, Vonita, & Shannon Carpenter

399w ago

Cecil will certainly be missed. We remember last summer when Cecil and Marcelyn volunteered to help out with our family reunion. What wonderful people to come help us with an event like that! That's just like the Brown's to give of themselves to others. Also, Cecil was such a good friend to our parents/grandparents Teena & Jim Carpenter. We are so very grateful to the Brown's. Your family will remain in our family's prayers.

Barbara Gibbs Ostmann (Almost Family )

399w ago

Dear Marcelyn, Brenda and Lyndall,

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