A memorial service for Anthony Hugh Brown, 49, was held on May 24at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Zwolle. An inurnment followed at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Officiating the service was Father Timothy Hurd.

Anthony was born March 29, 1976 in Columbus, Georgia and passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He spent most of his childhood living in Chicago, Illinois, becoming an enthused Chicago Bears football and Star Wars fan. Anthony’s most cherished memories were spent in Iowa with his grandparents.

After completing high school, Anthony enlisted in the army where he gained his training as a surgical technician leading to many adventures in the medical field. He was passionate about everything he did, whether it was taking a photograph or cooking delicious meals for family and friends. He enjoyed music of all genres and lived in the moment, which led to many trips around the world.

Anthony is preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents and sister, Christine Brown. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Lawrence and Relda Brown of Maplewood, Minnesota; his children, Gabrielle Brown-Torres of Saint Paul, Minnesota, Blaise Brown of Zwolle, Louisiana, and Olivia Brown of Zwolle, Louisiana; sister, Laura Brown Bridges; grandson, Carlo Clark-Brown; and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and close friends.