Jesse D. Brown Sr.

Seabrook - James "Jesse" David Brown Sr., a lifelong resident of Seabrook, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, April 12, 2024. He was born on July 17, 1945, in Exeter to the late Charles Brown Sr. and Effie (Burdette) Eaton. Raised in Seabrook, Jesse attended Seabrook schools and Winnacunnet High School. Following high school, he bravely served his country in the Army for 3 years, earning the rank of Corporal E4. After his honorable service, he dedicated himself to the construction industry, excelling in pipe covering, roofing and sheet rock. He eventually founded Brown’s Drywall, a successful business he owned and operated for 40 years. An integral figure in the Raymond E. Walton Legion Post 70 in Seabrook, Jesse served as commander for a collective 20 years. In 1989, Jesse met his beloved wife Robin when the two were introduced by Robin’s mother, who affectionately called him “My Jesse.” The couple shared 35 years together with 30 years of marriage at the time of his passing. Jesse found joy with Robin in various activities, from dancing together any chance they could, trips up north to the mountains, rides along the seacoast, and don’t forget shopping. He cherished family trips to Disney World and delighted in sampling soft serve ice cream wherever he went. A lover of music, he could effortlessly recite lyrics to almost any song. He enjoyed gambling, watching the Red Sox and Patriots, soaking up the sunshine, playing Solitaire, Parcheesi, and 45’s, along with indulging in Deuces Wild on his iPad. Affectionately known as “Pup-up,” he was a constant presence at his grandchildren’s birthday parties, sporting events, dance recitals, concerts, plays and every holiday. Jesse will be remembered by those that knew him as loving, quick-witted, caring, occasionally stubborn, and known for his playful teasing. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Robin, his sister Charlene Eaton, and children Jesse Jr. and partner Kate of Hampton, Sara Martin and husband Chris of Derry, Justin Bishop and wife Kym of Hampton, Ann (Melvin) West and husband Dave of Portsmouth, and Michelle Cooper and husband Abbot of Hampton. He is also survived by his 13 grandchildren Jamie Brown, Landon, Brody, and Evan Martin, Trent, Kyle, Gavin, and Melanie Bishop, Courtney Melvin and partner Gino, Nicole Melvin and partner Austin, Kaylie Melvin, Hope and Brooke Cooper. Also, his nieces and nephews Kevin, Ernie and Lydia, Kelly and Kyle, Dylan and Tessa, Robby and Cari, Katie and Ryan, Hannah and Kelsey, Elsie, Audrey, and Alison, brothers and sisters-in-law Angelia and Rich Drake, Bobby Thompson Jr, Julie and Brewster Bartlett, many great-nieces and nephews and his spoiled cat, Dory. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Charles Brown Jr, niece Faye Perkins, and his beloved dog of 20 years, Brownie. Visiting hours will be from 6 PM to 8 PM on Thursday, April 18, 2024, in the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton. Services will be held the next day, Friday, April 19, at 11 AM in the funeral home with burial to follow in Hillside Cemetery, Seabrook. Donations in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project by clicking here

Jesse D. Brown Sr.

July 17, 1945 - April 12, 2024