Michael “Mike” James Brown of Kincardine, passed away peacefully with family by his side at London Health Science Centre, Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, December 20th, 2016 at the age of 68. Mike was a kind and gentle man who was passionate about the love for his children, grandchildren, family & friends. The love for his dogs was evident to all – he connected with them in a way that was truly amazing – and they equally loved him back. Mike had a way of always seeing what was right or wrong in a very clear and passionate way – and it is how he dealt with everything in life. To his wife of 48 years, he was her life; the flame started at an early age and will never end. Mike’s love was quiet and kind and defined the very soul of who he was. Mike was the beloved husband and life-long love of Jennifer Brown (née Nowell). Devoted father of Suzanne Weatherall (Paul) of Walkerton, Heather Cuyler (Cory) and Chris Brown all of Kincardine. Cherished grandpa of Bailey Weatherall (fiancé Justin McGarrity), Taya Cuyler and Joshua Cuyler. Dear brother of Bill Brown (Cindy) of Bethany. Also survived by his mother-in-law Doreen Wardley-Nowell of Kincardine and in-laws, Carol Brown of Peterborough, Stephen Nowell (Helen) of British Columbia, Teresa McNicol (Trent) of Brantford, Marlene Nowell-Keen (Tom) of Bowmanville and closest friend and cousin Ron Gray of Kincardine. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, cousins, former co-workers and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Noel and Margaret (née Gildner) Brown, brother Bob Brown and father-in-law Albert Nowell. The family will receive friends at the Davey-Linklater Funeral Home, Kincardine on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. The memorial service to celebrate Mike’s life will be held at the Anglican Church of the Messiah, 421 Russell Street, Kincardine on Friday, December 23rd, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. with Reverend Rob Hiscox officiating. Reception to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Kincardine. Memorial donations to the Lions Foundation of Canada – Canine Vision or the Anglican Church of the Messiah – Building Fund would be appreciated as an expression of sympathy.