Travis Lee Brown, Sr., 90, of Hendersonville passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at Hendersonville Health and Rehabilitation. A native of Henderson County, he was the son of the late Oliver Mack and Ola Bishop Brown, and the husband of the late Jane Elizabeth Wilson Brown. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Marjorie ìLarkî Brown.
He attended Brevard College and the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and was employed by Sutherland Insurance Company for fifty years. He proudly served his country flying two tours of duty, (seventy missions), with the 12th Air Corp, 84th Squadron during WWII. He was a life member of the American Legion and VFW, serving as past commander of American Legion Post #77, 1980-1982, past commander of VFW Post #5206, 1971-72, All-State Quartermaster VFW, 1984-85, and a member of 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Hendersonville.
Survivors include a daughter, Kathie Brown Whittemore and her husband Ron of Fletcher; two sons, Lee Brown and his wife Myra of Greenville, NC, George Brown of Atlanta, GA; four grandchildren, Scott Whittemore and his wife Sarah of Orlando, FL, Courtney and Josiah Gunter of Atlanta, GA, Erin Kawasaki and her husband Chris of Winterville, NC, Jonathan Brown of Greenville, NC; and one great granddaughter, Crystal Kawasaki.
A funeral will be held at 4:00 pm Friday, June 19, 2009 in the chapel of Forest Lawn Mortuary. Dr. Gordon Elliott will officiate. The family will greet friends following the service. Military honors will be presented by Hubert M. Smith American Legion Post #77, Hedrick-Rhodes VFW Post # 5206, and DAV Chapter 14. Entombment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to HonorAir Fund c/o Jeff Miller, 423 N. King Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
Thinking of Grandaddy randomly early in the morning. Googled his name and it brought me here. i love you
I will always remember Travis helping me find red,white and blue buntting for a VFW Apple Festival Float he got it frome the American Legion and “loaned it to me”
He was always a friend to my husband (Gene) and me.
KATHIE, LEE AND GEORGE. SORRY TO READ ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR FATHER. I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF YOUR PARENTS AND OF OUR GROWING UP TOGETHER ON NORTH MAIN AND RAY AVENUE! YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
We will miss Travis. We loved him dearly. We knew him when he was at the insurance company, and visited him weakly at the Health Center. He is a precious person. may God bless the Family. You are in our prayers.
Travis will be missed by many!
I had met him over 30 years ago, entrusted an insurance
policy with him. I would always go and chat a few minutes when in the office. When my dad was ill, I took him to his various doctors frequently, and as a treat afterwards we went to the American Legion so he could visit with long-time friends – one was Travis. He was one of the kindest people I ever knew, and always had a smile. It has been 13 years since my dad’s passing, but I still think of Travis’ concern for my dad, and his humor, when driving by his office or the Legion. Many years have passed but those fond memories of him are everlasting. My sincere condolences go out to his family, and kind thoughts of such a kind soul.
I have known Travis for many years. He was one of the kindness man I have ever known. He has help me through life in many ways. His advise was always good and sound. May God bless the family.
Harvey Lindsey
I worked with Travis for several years at Sutherland’s. He was such a kind honest man. He was a true friend to me and attended my wedding. I pray for Gods love to surround all of his family and give you strenth in this time of sorrow.
Kathie/Lee/George sorry to read of your dad’s passing. Not many from the old neighborhood remain with us.