Tom Brown Tom Brown went to be with the Lord on Aug. 24, 2020. He passed away unexpectedly from a bacterial infection at his home in Show Low surrounded by friends and his long-time companion, Robin Coleman. A Celebration of Life Service will be announced at a later date. Tom was born Feb. 29, 1956, to Tom Brown II and Erma Jo Sipes. He was born and raised in McNary. Tom loved to fish and spent his life helping anyone who crossed his path. He and his life-long companion Robin helped everyone. Tom is survived by Robin Coleman, his companion for 12 years; his sons, Tom Brown IV and Billy Brown, both from Arkansas. Tom was preceded in death by his father, Tom Brown II; his mother, Erma Brown; and his brother, Steve Brown. Silver Creek Mortuary of Taylor handled arrangements.