William P. "Eagle" Brown

Cambridge - William P. Brown, 76, affectionately known as "Eagle," a longtime resident of Cambridge, NY, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024. Born in Troy, NY on September 16th, 1947, William was the son of Philip Brown and Annabella Remington. 

William graduated from Waterford High School and proudly served in the United States Air Force for 21 years. From September 30th, 1968 until June 30th, 1989, he worked as an Aircrew Egress Systems Technician and retired with the rank of Technical Sergeant. Following his military service, he dedicated 20 years to the New York State Department of Transportation as a Highway Worker, retiring in 2010. 

An avid outdoorsman, William enjoyed hunting, fishing, and woodworking. He was known for his passion for raising pheasants and chickens, which he showcased annually at the Washington County Fair. A devoted fan of the New York Rangers and the New York Giants, William found joy in his hobbies and in sharing stories of his Air Force days. His beloved dog, Honey, was a cherished companion. Above all, William was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, whose family was his greatest priority. 

William is survived by his children: Marybeth Katlin (Christopher) Mahoney of Tampa, Florida; Daniel (Sheryl) Brown of Cambridge, New York; Heather Brown (Jarred Saville) of Cambridge, New York; and Bill (Jennifer) Brown of Rexford, New York. He was a proud grandfather to Robert Mahoney, Alexander Mahoney, Rachel Mahoney, Colin Brown, Sean Brown, Avery Brown, Matthew Brown, Gregory Plante, Kevin Plante, Jacob Brown, and Joshua Brown. He also leaves behind his siblings: Sue Monahan of Dearborn, Michigan; Linda Butchino of Ballston Spa, New York; Richard Brown of Greenwich, New York; Walter Brown of Cambridge, New York; and Robert Brown of Valley Falls, New York, along with several nieces and nephews. 

William was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 53 years, Patrice C. Brown, who passed away on July 15th, 2024, and his brother Gerald Brown. 

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, August 18th, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Ackley, Ross & Gariepy Funeral Home, 73 W. Main Street, Cambridge, NY. Military honors will be on Monday, August 19th, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd in Schuylerville, NY. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 or online at https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate.

William P. Brown will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. May he rest in peace. 

Ackley, Ross & Gariepy Funeral Home in Cambridge, is overseeing the arrangements. 

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