Charlie Brown

Charlie Nowlin Brown, 94, of Devine, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025 in Baytown, Texas.
Born in Bigfoot, Texas, on June 15, 1930, Charlie served in the U.S. Air Force. He studied at Southwest Texas State and Texas A&I in Kingsville, Texas. After graduating from Texas A&I, he worked for Brown and Root for more than 28 years as an Engineer. In that role, he moved with his family to new and exciting locations including Alabama, Louisiana, and even Puerto Rico. After retiring from Brown and Root, Charlie moved back to Devine to build a home and a successful cattle business, which he ran until his passing.
Charlie was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ernestine Brown. He is survived by his daughters, Karen, Paula and Linda. He was a proud grandfather to his four grandchildren, Chris, Jessica, Sarah, and Tiffany. He was a doting great-grandfather to his six great-grandchildren Trent, Ashlyn, Bailee, Hailey, Hannah and Smith. He was blessed to be a great-great-grandfather to Scottie, Monroe and Archie.
Charlie will be remembered for his strong will, his clever mind, his quiet humor, his witty stories and his deep love for his family.
A celebration of life is being planned in the coming months. Details will be shared at a later time.