John P. Brown

John P. Brown went to be with the Lord on October 26, 2022 at age 95. Born on May 11, 1927, to Robert Corbe and Ethel May Carter Brown in Hazel Valley, Ark. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Artie Lee, HK (Ballie), and Thurman Brown; three sisters, Agnes Brown, Hazel Reed, and June Reed. John was an active member of First Baptist Church of Lowell, Ark. At age 17 he enlisted in the US Navy, served in WWII in Japan and various islands. He received an honorable discharge and remained a dedicated patriotic veteran of this great nation. He is survived by his wife of 50+ years, Martha "Marty" Dalton Brown of the home; one son, John Martin "Marty" Brown (Jan) of Oklahoma City; one stepson, Robert A. Cornwell of Prairie Grove, Ark.; two daughters, Valerie Ann Ayer (Sam) of Jefferson, Texas; Janice Carol Cavin (Bill) of Rio Rancho, N.M. Eight grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; a host of extended family and friends. John spent his working career between Life Insurance Co. of Georgia (20+ years) and 30 years with Walmart - Springdale sporting goods department, as well as other various firms throughout the years. John was the historian of his family and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Nothing would make him happier than to visit with folks about family ties because he knew so many people in northwest Arkansas. John never met a stranger. John was a man of prayer and he loved reading his Bible and hearing the Word preached. Family will receive friends on Sunday afternoon from 2:-4 p.m. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove. Funeral service will be Monday, October 31, 2022 , 10 a.m., at First Baptist Church in Lowell, Ark., with Gary Thomas and Aaron Matthews officiating. Donations can be made to Gideons International in lieu of flowers. Online guestbook: www.luginbuel.com