Michael "Mike" A. Brown

March 15, 1970 - June 05, 2025

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Obituary for Michael "Mike" A. Brown

Mike’s physical body succumbed to an incurable disease on June 5th and in true Mike fashion, he had his witty humor till the end.

Mike was loved by many, including his wife Kate, his mother Kathi Rice & stepfather Phil Rice. He was preceded in death by his brother Ray. His in-laws Sharon, Bo & Kristen, Nicole, and Mike Koloski, as well as his nephews Mason and Grant Koloski. Several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Mike was especially close with his cousin Anita and her husband Steve Stranieri, and his late cousin Shawn Ceppi. Mike's second family, Marie, Liam & Jutta, Blake, and Derek Deeney, along with his longtime friend Sheri Weisenberger and her husband Jim.

Mike worked for the Gillette company for 36 years; he started as a stock clerk at 19 and worked his way up to his most recent position in research and development. He had many great friends and co-workers at Gillette.

Mike was a long-time member at Furnace Brook Golf Course in Quincy, where he made great friendships and shared many laughs. He was also a regular at the Fowler House in Quincy and enjoyed spending time with the crew there.

Mike loved witty banter, music, golf, and vacations to Mexico. He had a great laugh and a very dry sense of humor. He lived a great life. Life’s short, eat the ice-cream.

We'd like to extend our gratitude to everyone who supported Mike over the past month, with a special thanks to his co-workers at Gillette and all the staff at AccentCare in Milton who cared for him. There will be a celebration of Mike soon, and those details will be shared with his family and friends.

If you’d like to donate in Mike’s memory, here are organizations he supported.

WERS https://wers.org/ways-to-give/

Stronghold https://strongholdrescue.org/

Pan Mass Challenge https://donate.pmc.org/ rider ID 57078-9 (Jen Bowser)

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    Stratton planted 5 trees in memory of Michael "Mike" A. Brown . - June 25, 2025

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    Paula Munoz planted 5 trees in memory of Michael "Mike" A. Brown . - June 09, 2025

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    kathleen E Rice planted 10 trees in memory of Michael "Mike" A. Brown . - June 08, 2025

Condolences

  • June 12, 2025

    The Mantville’s

    Kate, so sorry for your loss. We will miss him. Always a great conversation and laugh whenever together. Such a great guy. - The Mantville's (Keivn, Linda & Thomas)

  • June 11, 2025

    Mike Hughes

    Kate, I was saddened to hear of the loss of Mike. He was a good friend to me on the course and at the bar. On the many Brook trips down the Cape he was the master of the music around the fire pit. He is missed and I know how difficult that is. You and Mike are in my prayers. Mike Hughes

  • June 10, 2025

    Mike Baxter

    When I joined Gillette 6 years ago, Mike helped train and teach me about blade making. He would always graciously run the experiments that I came up with... usually he would explain why it was a bad idea first. Most of the time he was right. I will remember the trip Vietnam together to start up blade making equipment there. Most of all I will miss the laughs and hearing about the concerts he had planned to go see next. Rest in Peace Mike. Mike Baxter

  • June 10, 2025

    Thomas Hopkins

    Dear Kate sorry for your loss. Mike was a great member and friend at the Brook. Spent many hours discussing EVERYTHING. I was saddened to hear he had passed away. Jen and Tommy (Hoppy) Hopkins.

  • June 09, 2025

    Omar Calderon

    Kate, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. God bless.

  • June 07, 2025

    Elaine Thorpe

    I am also a lifelong friend...always in contact with Mike... I am so incredibly sad....😔😢💔🙏

  • June 07, 2025

    Jessica Benson

    Kate -- my sincere condolences on this tremendous loss, you are in our prayers, may his memory be a blessing to you. Love Jess

  • June 07, 2025

    Vivian Meranda

    So so sorry for your loss Kate. Seek comfort in all your family and friends. He will always be in your heart.

  • June 06, 2025

    Alice synnott

    Kate So sorry your loss. Not enough appropriate words to express my thoughts.

  • June 06, 2025

    Kevin Darcy

    Kate sorry to hear this about Mike. He was a great guy that I always enjoyed talking with. My sincere condolences.

  • June 06, 2025

    Patricia Travis

    Wow this hit me hard. I worked with Mike for about 25 years. If you didn't know him you would probably think he was an arrogant, wiseass, if you did know him you would still think he was an arrogant smart-ass but you knew that he was really so much more. I kept telling my husband recently (who also worked with Mike) "I really want to get together with Mike on one of our trips up north. " Sadly we missed the opportunity. I know you are in heaven shooting around of golf and talking to all our late coworkers. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed. Kate I am sorry for your loss. I am glad you had so many wonderful years together ❤️

  • June 06, 2025

    Sharon loloski

    Mike you were the perfect person for our Kate your love and respect for each other showed. You were also a great son in law and brother in law. We will miss your humor and remarks at the dining room table. Love you. Hugs your Cape Cid famiky

  • June 06, 2025

    Ken Belliveau

    To Mike's friends and family, I am very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Mike in the Gillette R&D Labs for the last 8+ years. He was a fount of knowledge and went out of his way to help or explain something. He helped us out numerous times to get equipment up and running. I think most of all, I will miss his sense of humor, he was quick with his wit and told it like it is. We will miss his presence around the office. Rest in Peace Mike. Sincerely, Ken Belliveau

  • June 06, 2025

    Connie Brown

    To the entire family, may God bring you peace and joyful memories.

  • June 06, 2025

    Christina Gorga

    We are so sorry for your loss, Kate. Mike seemed like a perfect match for you. Praying for you now and in the upcoming months. Christina and Tony Gorga

  • June 06, 2025

    Sharon loloski

    Mike you were the perfect mate for our Kate and the perfect son in law. Will Miss your humor and remarks. Rest in Peacr no more pain. Love you. Your Cape family

  • June 06, 2025

    Greg Ogar

    Kate very sorry for your loss and to all your families. Mike will be missed by many. Greg and Brooke.