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Gerald "Mike" Brown
05-29-2026

Gerald Michael Brown, 82, of Sioux Falls, SD, entered into eternal life on May 29, 2026. He was born on April 12, 1944 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to John and Leona Brown. Mike grew up in Sioux Falls and graduated in the 2nd graduation class of O’Gorman Catholic High School in 1962.

A proud and dedicated servant of his country, Mike served in the Army from December, 1963 to December 1965. During his service, he served as an air traffic controller in Stuttgart, Germany during the Vietnam War. His military service remained a source of great pride throughout his life.

While working at John Morrell, he owned his own chimney sweep business, Sweeper Brown, he worked in a top hat and tails. He worked 45 years in the American Meat Industry as a Quality Control Manager for John Morrell (Sioux Falls, SD), Quality Assurance for Indiana Packers (Layfayett, IN) and Quality Control for Cloverdale Foods (Mandan, ND).

Mike retired in 2007 and enjoyed spending his time going to his grandkids events, woodworking, pen making, working part-time at MACs hardware, playing cards and cribbage and spending time with family and friends.

A man of deep and unwavering faith, Mike was a devoted Catholic. His faith guided his life and was evident in his kindness, compassion, and dedication to others. Above all, Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather and proud patriarch of a blended family.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years: Kathleen (Kathy); his children: Tim (Lora Brown), Bob Brown, Julie (Dave) Osborne, Jim (Michelle) Brown, Amy (Darin) DeVries and Tammy (Jeff) Julius; 18 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren (with several on the way). He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Jim and Ron.

Mike will be remembered for his sense of humor, kindness, faith, and love of his family. He touched the lives of many.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 4, 5:00 PM at Barnett-Lewis Funeral Home with a Rosary at 7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, June 5, 10:30 AM at St. Katharine Drexel. A Committal Service will be held with Full Military Rites at St. Michael Cemetery at a later date.