Thomas A. Brown “T.A.B,” age 84, of Columbus, passed away on October 18. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio to Joseph and Margaret (Oneil) Brown. He graduated with a BS degree from Duquesne University.
Tom was U.S. Army First Lt. Infantry Company Commander, MAG member and earned numerous service awards. Tom’s business career achievements included personnel director with Campbell Soup Co., executive VP at F & R Lazarus, leadership roles for Batus Retail Group (Frederick & Nelson, Breuner Co. & Gimbel’s East), board consultant to Platt Music, owner of Nationaline Plumbing Fixture Corp., and concluded as a business consultant and investor. Throughout Tom’s professional life, he enjoyed mentoring talent, including his son Terry and friend Jay Marzano.
Preceded in death by his parents and brother William J. Brown, Tom is dearly missed by his wife Rita Montoney Brown; children Terry Brown and Margaret Hedrick; grandchildren Ashlee and Brooke Brown and Zach, Erin and Kacie Hedrick; and many friends.
Per Tom’s request, he was cremated and asked there be no services for him. A celebration of life will be scheduled in early Spring 2022. Friends who wish may contribute in his memory to the American Heart Association, Diabetes Association, or a favorite charity. Visit egan-ryan.com for additional details and to share memories or condolences.