Edward W. Brown

Edward Wade Brown, known lovingly as Ed, passed away on September 7, 2026, at the age of 69. Ed was born on June 3, 1957, in West Islip, New York. He was the firstborn child of his predeceased parents, Edward and Anne Brown. He is survived by his three beloved sons, Sage, Jonah, and Jesse; his brother, Matthew, and sister-in-law, Patricia; his nephew, Sean (Lisa); his niece, Maryanne (Allison); one great-niece; and two great-nephews. Ed’s kindness, warmth, and generosity will never be forgotten by those who knew and loved him. His love for his children, family, and friends was unconditional. He was a seeker, a philosopher, and a lifelong learner, a deeply spiritual man with a gentle and restless soul. A social worker through and through, Ed was always supporting, encouraging, and lifting up those around him. He had a remarkable ability to see the best in everyone around him, and a gift for helping others recognize the best within themselves. We ask that you think of Ed fondly when you do something that makes your heart happy, whether it be listening to live music, singing one of your favorite songs or walking at the ocean or perhaps in the woods. Ed will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.