David Earl Brown, of Durant, Okla., passed from this life on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at the age of 79. He was born on Friday, October 16, 1942 in Ottumwa, Iowa to Earl Otto and Martha Emily (Jordan) Brown. 
He enjoyed traveling and fishing. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was well loved by his neighbors of the Methodist faith.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Lily Brown; parents, Earl Otto and Martha Emily (Jordan) Brown and brother, Jim Brown.
Survivors include his son, Earl Brown and wife Cindy of Caddo, Okla.; grandsons, Patric D. Brown of Durant, Okla. and Ky’u Brown of Caddo, Okla.; sisters, Carol Sparks of Texas and Elaine Howard and husband Harold of Iowa as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family.
Cremation services have been selected.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Gordon Funeral Home, 221 N. Third Ave. in Durant.
Phone: (580) 916-9090
www.gordonfh.com