Charles Brown – 71, of Wilmington MA passed away at his home on July 11, 2026. He was the loving husband of Donna Brown, father of Chris Brown and his late daughter Erica Brown. Charles was a loving grandfather of Mia Mastropietro, Harper Manning, and Tyler Brown, and loving brother of Donna Johnson. He was a loving son of Arthur and Mary Brown. Loved by many nieces and nephews.
He graduated from Lynn English High School. He worked many years at Cooling Unlimited in Reading, MA. Charlie knew the way to light up a room with a simple joke, and a huge smile followed along with it. He spent his time raising two beautiful children, and became the best grandfather. Charlie spent many summers with his grandchildren at Pine Acres, where memories were made and stories were told. He enjoyed driving the golf cart and cooking pizza, and swimming in the river. Charles also enjoyed golfing, he participated in countless golf tournaments, with his childhood best friends, making enough memories for a lifetime.
He loved to play his guitar and would often sit in the kitchen and string a couple chords, singing to his family. He loved listening to music, especially Bob Segar. He made his children fall in love with his oldies music style. Charlie will be missed by many, he lived a life full of love and happiness even when times got tough. Charlie Brown isn’t the cartoon character but would never pass up a nice cold Budweiser beer.
Visitation will be held at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St., North Reading on Friday, July 24 from 4 to7 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice.
So sorry Donna. I have a lot of fond memories with you guys. Thinking and praying for you and your family. Charlie was a great guy.
Uncle Charlie, all of us will miss you so much. I am happy you were able to spend time with Nova; Ali and I will cherish that forever. We have so many great memories that we will talk about at every family event just for you to make us all laugh again.
Love,
Josh, Ali, and Nova
Uncle Charlie thank you for being the funniest and always making me laugh from being little up until now, I’ll miss you
So sorry Donna and family! I remember him! It was long ago, but I remember! Obviously he was pretty special!
Our Hearthfelt Condolences to the Brown and Johnson Family. Charlie had a Wonderful Personality and enjoyed conversation with everyone. Mike and I enjoyed seeing him when we got the chance. Rest In Peace Charlie.
Donna, Chris and family’s,
Charlie was an all around great guy, with a kind and happy soul. May all of the happy memories bring warmth to your hearts. Thinking of all of you.
I’ll always remember pine acres, karaoke, golf cart shreds, and sitting on your lap while you sang me songs about ninja turtles. Making food directly on the camp fire at the camp and the last laughs we had together, which I am so incredibly grateful for now. I’m really going to miss you, unc. Love you ❤️
Donna and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Charlie was a great guy. A life cut too short. We hope you are able to find some peace. Sending you prayers. May he rest in peace. Sorry we were unable to attend the services we were away.
Your neighbors from Salem Street.
Diane and Rich