William “Ty” Tyron Gregory Brown, 59, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Monday, July 3, 2023, at Joplin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Joplin, Mo.

He was born January 5, 1964, in Monett, Mo. to Wesley and Berniece (Loveland) Brown, who preceded him in death.

Also preceding him death were his step-father Bob Sisco, step-son Andy Ingle; father and mother- in-law Bill and Nora Collier, and his “brother from another mother”, Kip Church.

Survivors include his wife, Connie Collier; two sons, Tyler Burbridge and his fiancé Kim of Neosho, Mo. and Trevor Brown of Cassville, Mo.; one step-son, Matt Collier and his wife Nikki of Springfield, Mo.; one daughter, Candace Brown of Fayetteville, Ark.; two brothers, Doug Brown of Cassville, Mo. and Larry Brown and his wife Cathy of Monett, Missouri; eight grandchildren; one great grandchild, and three more on the way; several nieces, nephews and several close cousins.

He grew up and attended school in Cassville, Mo. with the class of 1982. He worked as a truck driver briefly before going to work at Roaring River State Park and Department of Natural Resources, until he retired.

Ty wanted the best for everyone. The day he gave his heart to God was the happiest day.

Services were held at July 7, 2023, at Corinth Baptist Church in Cassville under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Pastor Donnie Spears conducted the services.

Contributions may be made to the family in memory of Ty.