William "Billy" Eli Brown, age 66, of Kokomo, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Billy was born January 18, 1959 in Frankfort, In to the late William D. and Judith A. (Butler) Brown.
Billy married Rita Kennedy-Brown in 1992, and she survives.
Billy was a quiet man who retired from our Local Carpenters Union #615. He was known for his love to build and work. Billy enjoyed hunting and collecting Indian artifacts, such as arrowheads. He also enjoyed listening to music on his Bose system and just chilling outside with his loyal companions, Mollie and Bandit.
Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years, Rita; children, Joshua J. Brown, Zachery Eli, and Kayla (Chadd) Brown, Lucas C. Brown, Morgan D. (Tyler) Reynolds, and Brandi M. Kennedy. Billy was papaw to 13 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Debra Lott and Kathy (Rick) Holland.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Gary D. Brown and Donald R. Brown.
There will be a visitation for Billy on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Ellers Mortuary Webster Street, 3400 South Webster Street, Kokomo from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM.
Burial will follow to North Union Cemetery.
