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Richland Source
Wavel Brown, age 87, of Shelby, died unexpectedly on Monday, September 22, 2025 at his home.
Wavel was born on December 14, 1937 to the late Holley and Mattie (Wallace) Brown, Sr. On his 26th birthday, Wavel married Irene Sue Landis and together they celebrated nearly 62 years of marriage.
Whether hunting deer and coon or fishing in various locations, Wavel enjoyed his time outdoors.
Wavel is survived by his wife, Irene; children: Steven Brown (Chrissi Golden) of Marion, Roscoe Brown of Marion, Russell Brown (Jerri Durr) of Shelby, Brad Brown of Shelby, and Olivia (Scott) MacDonald of New Carlisle; grandchildren: Jeremiah (Susan) Lough, Russell D. Brown, Cade M. Brown (Chevi Wooldridge), Lucy MacDonald, Lilah MacDonald, Lydia MacDonald, and Landis MacDonald; great grandchildren: Bella, Gabe, Vincent, Huxson, Addi, and Cayson; siblings: Granville (Luena) Brown, Bonnie Helterbrand, and Darrell (Donna) Brown; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, Wavel was preceded in death by his great-grandson: Nolen Brown; and siblings: Gwen Reed, Holly “Junior” Brown Jr., Lillian Brown, Linvel Brown.