Monte Richard Brown, 74, of Lanesville, IN passed away at 12:39 PM on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at his residence with his family by his side.

He was born on May 22, 1948 in Riddle, IN to the late James Robert Brown and Alberta Jean (Schultz) Cook. He graduated from Leavenworth High School. Monte was a United States Airforce Veteran. He worked in construction. Monte married Brenda (Jones) Brown on August 5, 1972 and she survives. He loved to spend time with his family and will be deeply missed by all.

He was preceded in death by, his parents, and his sister – in – law Brenda Brown.

Monte is survived his wife Brenda, his daughter, Missi (Dennis) Jenkins of Laconia, IN, his grandson, Tyler (Amber) Baker, great- grandchildren, Eligh, Clara, his siblings, Jackie Brown of Jeffersonville, IN, Rob Brown of Grantsburg, IN, Lonnie Brown of Elizabeth, IN, his nephews, Brad, Chris, Jayden, and many cousins and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Friday July 29, 2022 at 1:30 P.M at Dillman – Green Funeral Home in Marengo, IN. Burial will follow in Riddle Cemetery.

Friends may visit on Friday July 29, 2022 from 9:30 A.M until the time of service at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.denbo-dillmanfuneralhomes.com Arrangements for Mr. Monte Brown have been entrusted to Dillman-Green Funeral Home.