BROWN, Zell Percy Jr. 1902 - 1968

BROWN, GOSSICK, SWANSON, SMITH

Posted By: Joey Stark
Date: 5/25/2021 at 20:23:28

"The Fairfield, Ia. Ledger"
Monday, June 10, 1968
Page 8, Column 2

Zell BROWN, Jr. Dies Suddenly Near His Home

Zell BROWN Jr. 66, native of the Fairfield Community, died suddenly about 4 p.m. Sunday near his home one-half mile southeast of Fairfield.

Reports said he had been burning dry grass and weeds along the road and had returned to his truck where he slumped over the wheel. His death was apparently caused by a heart attack. He was pronounced dead by Dr. Kirk Strong, acting medical examiner who was called to the scene.

At the time of his death BROWN was serving as County Weed Commissioner and bailiff of the Jefferson County District Court.

Funeral services have been set for 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Weston Behner Funeral Home with the Rev. Hoyt L. Whitebread officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Zell BROWN was born May 7, 1902, in Fairfield, the son of A. W and Margaret GOSSICK BROWN. He was married to Enid SWANSON on June 15, 1931. He was a member of the First Christian Church, a former member of the National Guard, a member of the Elks Lodge and VFW.

He graduated from the Fairfield High School in 1922. He was a star athlete in both football and basketball, and attended Parsons College where he continued his athletic career.

He was a merchant and butcher for over 20 years and in more recent years was engaged in the livestock business.

Survivors include his wife, one brother, Ralph M. BROWN and a sister, Mrs. Maude SMITH, both of Fairfield. He was preceded in death by one brother and a sister.

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"The Fairfield, Ia. Ledger"
Tuesday, June 11, 1968
Page 2, Column 1

Local Briefs

--Mr. and Mrs. Larry SWANSON of Omaha and Mr. and Mrs. Bob SWANSON of Perry were weekend guests in the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl SWANSON, 805 S. Third. They came especially to attend the graduation of their brother, Steven from Parsons College on Saturday. The two couples returned home Sunday but will return to Fairfield Wednesday for last rites for their uncle, Zell BROWN. ...

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"The Fairfield, Ia. Ledger"
Saturday, July 6, 1968
Page 6, Column 7

NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In The District Court Of The State Of Iowa In And For Jefferson County

In The Matter Of The Estate Of Zell BROWN, sometimes known as, Zell P. BROWN, Deceased.

To All Persons Interested In The Estate Of Zell BROWN, sometimes known as Zell P. BROWN, Deceased:

You are hereby notified that on the 2nd day of July, 1968, the last will and testament of Zell BROWN deceased bearing date of the 19th day of January, 1952, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Enid BROWN was appointed executor of said estate.

Notice is further given that any action to set aside said Will must be brought in the District Court of said County within one year from the date of the second publication of his notice, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against said estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance; and unless so filed within six months from the second publication of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) such claim shall thereafter be forever barred.

Dated this 2nd day of July, 1968.
Enid BROWN
Executor of said Estate
R. R. No. 1
Fairfield, Iowa

Simons, Simmons & Simpson
Attorneys for said Executor
103½ East Broadway
Fairfield, Iowa
Date of second publication
13th day of July, 1968.
July 6 & 13

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Note: Buried in Lot Old.P.102. Wife Enid died in 2010 and is buried with him.