Of Pittsburgh, PA passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 6, 2018. Son of the late William H. Brown Jr., and Ora (Smith) Brown; beloved husband of Faye (Lawson) Brown; loving father of William H. Brown IV and Matthew A. Brown; devoted grandfather of Josh, Brandon, and Jadia; brother of Dan (Michael), Eileen (Howard), LaVern (Ronald), Anthony, and Cathryn; also survived by a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Friends received Monday 11 a.m. until time of service at noon at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, INC., now known as Rose Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (412) 241-5415.