Theodore J. “Ted” Browan
February 3, 1952 - August 18, 2024
Theodore J. “Ted” Browan, age 72, of Bear, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
Born in Wilmington, DE on February 3, 1952, he was the son of the late Theodore and Helen (Corradin) Browan. Ted was a graduate of William Penn High School in 1970. He began working at American Mirrex and later went on to work in maintenance at Delaware Park Race Track and Casino until his retirement. Not satisfied with retirement life he took a job at Smyrna Community Hardware, gladly assisting customers with their project and hardware needs.
Ted enjoyed salt water fishing and golfing with his many friends. He could also be found riding his John Deere tractor, maintaining his meticulous lawn.
Ted was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Helen Browan. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Patricia A. (Spence) Browan; and daughters, Melissa J. Browan and Deanna L. Perno and son-in-law Francis Perno.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 pm until 7 pm on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 7 pm. Inurnment will be held privately.
Meeka Wright
Melissa sorry for your loss we are praying for you and your family love you girl💙! Meeka and Mel
Tonya
Melissa I am so sorry for the loss of your father may you and your family get through this difficult time with lots of love and support. Love you
Tonya
Melinda Sandoval
Deanna , I am so deeply sorry for your loss.My heart goes out to you and your family.Sending love and prayers ❤️
Chance B
Sorry for your loss, Ted was a great co-worker ill miss our conversations sitting outside on the potting mix. I told him I’d give him a ride in my 1972 El Camino once I got it running, I wish I got it finished sooner.
Renato Rios
Mellissa, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know there are no words to truly express my sympathy, but please know I’m here for you.
Kimberly and Anthony Ash
So sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. I watched him mow grass for 18 years. He has the best cut grass in the state of Delaware. Love kim , Anthony Jessica justin and sophia
Katherine R Adams
Ted, I’m am very sad your gone. I enjoyed our time knowing each other at smyrna news and the hardware store. You was an amazing person, always cared and was so kind! Rest in paradise! I want to send my deepest condolences to the family! He will be missed by many.