October 4, 2022
Brown, John “Jack”
April 30, 1998 – October 2, 2022
John Barry “Jack” Brown died Sunday on October 2, 2022, at his apartment in Norwood, from injuries suffered in a fall. Jack was the son of Victor Brown and Johanna Moran of Dedham; brother of Molly Brown of Congers, New York and Madeline Brown currently of Melbourne, Australia; brother-in-law of Jacobo Peña and uncle to Adelina Jean Peña.
His life was enriched by the family dogs, past and present, especially Cleo, the black lab who grew up with him and Mollie, who saw him through high school. A 2017 graduate of Dedham High School, Jack enjoyed model railroading, dogs of all kinds, music (he loved to share the obscure tracks he found!), Rhett and Link, and hanging out with his friends. Having handled Type I diabetes from the age of 9, Jack could converse with – and often educate – many of the medical personnel he encountered. As those who knew him can attest, Jack could work a room and carry on a conversation with just about anyone about just about anything. His passing leaves his family heartbroken, but ever so grateful for the time he was with them.
Anyone wishing to honor Jack can make a donation to the American Diabetes Association in his name to P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, VA 22116-7023, or online at https://diabetes.org/
Comments(28)
I was one of jacks friends and even though we didn’t always get along he was always the life of the party always making people smile and laugh with him he was one of my best friends and I’ll miss u forever.
Jack was such a funny kid. I loved spending every summer with him at the beach. Watching him grow up. I remember when he was about 3 years old, he had 3 slices of pizza for dinner! I will miss you, Jack and remember those glorious days at the beach with you and family.
Jack was a great family friend to my sister and Dad. He was always there to help out. His humor and kindness were contagious. Jack was the type of guy who always had a smile on his face. I will greatly miss his positive energy.
Even though I didn’t know Jack for long maybe like a year he was always there for friends and family. Every single time I hung out with him it was always chicken nuggets, fries, and a Diet Coke. He always seemed to push aside what he was going through to make sure everyone else was alright. Thank you for the time I knew you you’ll be missed by everyone.
Dearest Molly & Family, please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your son and brother. May you find comfort and peace in the memories you created throughout the years together. Sincerely, Leah & Frank Vasquez
Dear Molly and Family, please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences on the passing of your dear son and brother. May you find comfort and peace in the memories you have forged over the years together. Sincerely, Leah & Frank
Please accept my most sincere condolences. I met Jack several years ago while working in the schools. I remember his love for his dogs and passion for music. His smile would light up a room, he would always be ready to strike up conversation. He was always very grateful and respectful.. He would often talk about his family and shared stories of happy times you all shared. May you all find peace and comfort cherishing those special memories during this very difficult time. Jack will hold a special place forever in my heart.
From the moment I met this smiling buddha baby to the unexpected call he made to me on my birthday this year, Jack brought joy to my life and our family. I’m grateful we were able to spend time together at Hot House pond this August. I would have hugged you a little tighter if I knew it was going to be the last. Jack, you are loved and missed.
I will always remember Jack as the sweetest little boy. My heart breaks for the whole family. Sending you so much love.
We are so heartbroken to learn of Jack’s passing. He was a sweet, kind & gentle soul. We are so sorry for your loss & our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Though I didn’t know Jack very well, having only met him on a couple of occasions, I have known his parents for several decades. My heart aches for your entire family. May he rest in peace.
I had the pleasure of being Jack’s nurse in middle school. He was an expert in diabetes and taught me a lot ! I loved our conversations which ran from train shows , dogs, school and so much more. He was a great kid and touched a lot of lives, he will be missed by many! Rest in the sweetest of peace Jack
Geri Kelly
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May his memories be a blessing.
We are so very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. We will always remember his smile, his kind spirit and his love of his dogs Cleo and Mollie. We send our deepest condolences to Jack’s family. May you be comforted by all your wonderful memories of him.
Hello Ace, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is with you and your family during this tough time. I was reading the comments and see how much your son was loved by all. Anyone that loves dogs as much as your son is a great person and should be loved as much as he was.
Jack was one of my first friends when I moved to Dedham, we quickly became best friends and did everything together. Hearing about his passing is a huge shock. Jack was selfless, the kindest person I’ve ever met. My heart goes out to his family during this hard time. Rest Easy Buddy
I cannot say I knew Jack. I saw him often at Dedham High School because my children were there. However, there was something special about him, he looked at you directly and you could see kindness and fun in his eyes. After that first time, there was some sort of connection. We’d smile and say hello. It made me feel happy every time and I now feel someone unique is gone too soon. Thank you Jack, you still evoke a lovely feeling of friendliness and sweetness.
He was my best friend and was like a brother to me. He would always make you smile if you were down and out of it. Great friends don’t come around like this often. I just still can’t believe that he’s gone, he was one of the greatest friends who could come into my life I’m thankful for the time Him and I had together. I know you’ll be watching over your friends and family. One funny memory I got is where my boyfriend, Jack and I were going to NH to a mall he fell asleep then woke up couple mins later and asked if we could stop at a McDonald’s for nuggets fires and a Diet Coke with no ice. He will be greatly missed. I give my greatest condolences to the family for there loss.
Love ya jack fly high!!
So sad to hear this news. I first met Jack when he was in third grade I was a substitute teacher. I later met him in middle school as parent of another student. Jack was always polite, well dressed and had fine manners. He was very caring and kind. My heart goes out to his friends and family.
I knew Jack well while he was in the Dedham Schools. Jack was funny, caring, and always so respectful. I am heartbroken to hear of his loss and will keep him and those that loved him in my prayers
In my mind’s eye Jack is first a little boy brimming with love and joy. I see him dancing with Maddy at Jenn’s wedding, holding up his latest catch for everyone on the dock to admire, enthusiastically greeting every cousin first, second or removed by a generation or two. His smiles just got warmer and his hugs just got bigger as he grew from little boy to teenager and finally to young man. Would that we could see that smile and feel those arms for years to come. Instead we are left with memories of a very special member of our big extended family. I’m so glad we were together at Hot House, swimming in Hothouse Pond one last time in August. Rest well, my dear cousin. You are loved.
I was Jack’s homeroom teacher at DHS for four years so I got yo know him well. He was a sweet guy with a generous, kind soul. I’m so saddened by this terrible news. Please know that your family is in my thoughts at this tragic time.
Kathy Carten
Not going to lie… I was in denial about his passing for the first couple of days, but that’s just because I didn’t want to face the reality of someone being close to me being gone. I don’t know what to do with myself. I’m heartbroken beyond words. Fly high, Jack. Watch over all of us, please. We all love you❤️
Dear Victor, Johanna, Molly and Madeline,
We are so sorry for your loss. The day we met Jack was up on the lawn at Maddie & Serena’s 1st day at Greenlodge School. Such a happy little toddler with the sweetest smile on his face that grew bigger with every year we knew him… always made sure he said “Hello” when he’d see you. Our hearts go out to each of you in the days ahead and pray that “the peace of God which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds..”
With our sincere condolences, may he Rest In Peace.
Dave, Mary, Paul & Serena DiDonato
He is now resting in peace
I still can’t believe your really gone you were the love of my life my everything I know things between us didn’t end well but all the good times we had definitely do make up for that please watch over me and my family.❤ REST EASY JACK WE WILL ALL LOVE AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.
Jack was the most gregarious, kind and helpful person, a man with great talent for singing. I remember asking him to sing Merle Haggard’s “Misery and Gin”… like the angel he is!
Hello jack I miss you so much… I hope u are dancing with the angels. I love u so much u always knew when I needed some cheering up u always called me when i needed it without even knowing u have so much light inside you it is unbelievable u are gone to soon but I am happy u are fully healthy and at peace now u struggled with a lot but u always managed to get thru it u are so freaking strong and I love u for that. Rip jack rest in the most peaceful paradise u deserve it.. I am sorry u didn’t get to meet zahmir and kayden my boys always loved talking to u on the phone they use to say ur name all the time when ever they seen ur face plz watch over me and my boys like u always did I love u jack till we meet again