Paul Brown

In Loving Memory
Paul Martin Brown, Jr. (1936 - 2026)

Paul (age 90) passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, May 31st, 2026 in Tampa, FL.

Over five decades ago, Paul's life was saved twice (due to asthma and alcoholism), by Dr. Paul Marcoux at Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, MN. That was the beginning of his recovery journey, one day at a time.

For the past 52 years, Paul was a proud and active member of the recovery community (throughout FL), where he touched countless lives. He was always honored to mentor others in achieving and maintaining sobriety. He will be remembered for his humor, smile, and ability to make people laugh. You always knew when Paul was in the room.

Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Marguerite Chantrelle McInnis; children, Cheryl (Jerry), Michael (Tina), Joseph (Bobbie), and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by his cherished sister Joanne DeWolfe (the late Clifford) and many nephews, great-nephews, nieces and great-nieces.

Paul was preceded in death by his sister Catherine Abbott (the late Pat) and brother Michael "Mike" (Karen). He is also preceded in death by his loving parents, Paul Sr. and Alice as well as his precious mother-in-law Marguerite "Mimi" Bless McInnis, and niece, Jennifer Hughes.

The family would like to give special acknowledgements to Arden Courts Memory Care (Tampa), Executive Director Denise Wilim, nursing staff, and caregivers as well as Suncoast Hospice/Empath Health nursing and support staff.

A graveside service will be on Saturday, June 6th at 11:00am, at Evergreen Cemetery (Sec. 8), 401 SE 21st Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32541. Reception to follow. A memorial service will be held in Tampa, FL on a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation at your local intergroup office.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Milam Funeral Home in Gainesville, FL.