Charles Brown

Captain

Department: Ottawa Fire Services
Location: Ottawa, ON
Employment: Career (Full Time)
Date of Death: February 21, 2022
Date of Birth: March 9, 1948
Age at Death: 74
Memorial Panel: 12

Story

Captain Charles Edward Brown, Ottawa Fire Service

Captain Charles Brown joined the Ottawa Fire Services in November, 1970 and retired in 2003 after a 33 year career. He was taken from us by a work-related illness on February 21, 2022.

Family Memories

Charlie Brown was one of the few firefighters that needed no other nickname. He enjoyed 33 years as a proud and dedicated Firefighter and made many life-long friendships along the way. Charlie was quiet, thoughtful and kind and was always quick to lend a hand. He enjoyed the camaraderie of the Fire Department as they each helped with their colleagues’ projects and undertakings, enjoyed outings and get togethers. Charlie loved anything car related. He loved driving and racing them, building and fixing them. His garage was always open.

Most of all, Charlie was happiest spending time with his family: his wife, two daughters and sons-in-law, four treasured grandsons and other family members. He loved animals and nature, his gardens and travelling. His love, kindness and guidance, whit and humour is sorely missed. He will live on in our hearts forever.