Lloyd ‘Doc »s Obituary
With his wife by his side and holding his hand, Lloyd “Doc” Brown passed away peacefully at the Peace River Hospital in the very early hours of October 9th, 2021 at the age of 88. Loving husband to Jill Brown since 1992, Lloyd is also survived by his two adult children – Sheldon Brown and Beth Blake (Brown). Born in Fairview, Alberta, Lloyd was predeceased many years ago by his parents, Orly and Ardessa Brown, and by his sister, Mavis Jackson (Brown). Lloyd’s absence leaves behind a very heavy heart for his beloved dog Tiffy (devoted and loyal, for 15 years).
Lloyd “Doc” Brown began working at the age of sixteen. He spent time farming and driving big rig trucks – which quickly became his true passion for all of his adult career. His favourite place to be was behind the wheel, especially on long excursions to/from what seemed like his second home, in the Northwest Territories. Lloyd drove the first commercial truck (an antique General, owned by Rowe’s Construction) across the new McKenzie Bridge, at its grand opening in Fort Providence, NWT, in October 2019. This excursion was captured by the CBC and was one of the highpoints of Doc’s career. Lloyd spent his last days driving a truck – he had been planning to head out on the road again when he discovered he had cancer. The progression of his illness was swift and a shock to everyone who knew and loved him.
At Lloyd’s request, cremation was selected – his family will participate in a private farewell. Memorial donations can be made to the Peace River SPCA – expressions of sympathy can be sent to the family home in Peace River (10606 93rd Street, Peace River, T8S 1P3).
Never let go of hope.
One day you will see that all has finally come together.
What you have always wished for has finally come to be.
You will look back and laugh at what has passed, and you will ask yourself, “How did I get through all of that?”
Susan Kerby (Positive Awakening)
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Lloyd ‘Doc’ Brown August 16 1933 October 09 2021..
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Décès pour la Ville: Fairview, Province: Alberta