Robert Bernard (“Bob – Bull Dog”) Brown who was a Christian, passed peacefully to heaven after a valiant battle with lung disease on February 6, 2025, with his closest family members and friends by his side praying over him as he left his earthly life behind to enter his eternity in Heaven. He was born March 31, 1955 in Anamosa Iowa to Roland and Lois (Rowe) Brown, he was the 5th of 6 children. He graduated from Anamosa High School in 1974. He worked in the construction field until 1987, when he started his own construction and remodel company – Hawkeye Siding Inc. He managed the company until he retired.

Bob was a family man, dedicated father, grandfather and friend. He loved his children, but it was his 3 grandchildren who truly stole his heart. He was an avid sports enthusiast and loved Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears. He also enjoyed traveling, playing golf, riding his Harleys and boating. Bob also enjoyed spending time with friends and was a very active member in the Lisbon community.

Bob will always be remembered with love by his three children Kasey & (Sarah) Brown of Wilmington, N.C., Jesse Brown of Lisbon, and Danaisa Brown of Ankeny; His three grandchildren CJ, Weston and Karmen; His brothers Harry, Russ, Jeff Brown and a sister Joyce Willms, sister in-law Angela Brown, and his ex-wife Cat Brown. Many nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his father Roland, mother Lois and brother William (Bill).

A celebration of life is being planned for this July at Baxa’s Sutliff Store.