Alvin Henry "Baby" Brown Sr.

Alvin H. Brown Sr., “Baby” 34 of Devils Lake formerly of St. Michael, ND died on Wednesday morning, June 2, 2010 at his home in Devils Lake. A Wake for Alvin “Baby” will be held on Monday, June 7, 2010 at St. Michael’s Recreation Center, St. Michael, ND beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary and Prayer Service at 8:00 p.m. Deacon Tony McDonald will lead the Rosary. The Procession to St. Michael will leave Monday at 4:00 p.m. from Wal-Mart. Funeral Services for Alvin will be held at St. Michael’s Recreation Center on Tuesday, June 8th at 10:00 a.m. Zachary Thompson will officiate and Alvin will be laid to rest in the Native American Church Cemetery, rural St. Michael. Serving as Casket Bearers for Alvin “Baby” will be Robert Brown Sr., Elvis Demarce, Kevin Brown Sr., Robert Brown Jr., Billy Brown Sr., Michael Demarce and Alan Brown. Honorary Bearers will be Melody Brown, Freddie Smith Jr., Carmen Hale, Michelle Hale, Jessica Hale, Maurisa Brown, Philmore Jackson, Elton Demarce, Alan Demarce, Kenny Demarce Sr., Louie Demarce, Jack and Fran Warner, Ryan Brown, Fred Dencekezhe and family, Virginia Thomas, Leonard Martin and family, Don Christie, Rose Spoon and family, Delphine Thompson and family, Sheila Thompson and family, Bernie Yazzie, Frankie Chaske and family, Richard Demarce Sr., Albert Thompson, Gloria Alberts and family, Sandra Demarce and family, Travis Harper and family, Amy Wesley and family, Linus Woods and family, Robert Lohnes Sr., Bryon LittleGhost and family, Karen LittleGhost and family, Darren Jackson, Dyane Tssessaze, Antsanen and family, Duberts, Tia and family, Dr. Downs and staff of Mercy Hospital, Darlys IronHawk, Dennis Kenner and family, Randy Denny Sr. and family, Shawn BackBone and family, Jeanette ThunderHawk and family, Patti Harman and family, Florine Harrison and family, Loren Fox and family, Nathan Jenkins and family, George and Mary Rose FoolBear and family, Connie PoorBear , Violet Smith, Calvin Smith, Elmer Brown, Cynthia PoorBear and Zachary Thompson and family, Corrine Brown and family, Bernadette Brown and family, Russell Brown, Wesley Brown, Ordell Guy, Yvonne Thompson, Isaac Mallard, Louie and Jeanie Chaske, Mary Louise and Frank Lovejoy and family, Ed Greywind and family, Curt Tenoria, Kris White, Jay Green and family, Georgia Dubois and Marty Alex and family, Peggy Cavanaugh and family, Sheldon Greywater, Shawn Gourd, Tracy “Buzz” Charboneau, Justine McDonald and family, Randy Pearson and family, Amaris MakesGood and family, Charlie and Linda Thompson and family, Germaine and Arnice Thompson and family, Raymond “Skunk” Thompson and family, Seline Thompson and family, Anna Chaske, Gilbert LongTail, Gabe LongTail, Myron Harrison and family and Blossom Harrison. Music will be provided by the Native American Church Singers and any other Drum Groups and Singers are welcome to share their music. Alvin’s short journey of life: Alvin “Baby” was born into life on June 11, 1975 at Mercy Hospital in Devils Lake, ND. Born to Robert Brown Sr. and Sylvia (Thompson) Hale. Alvin “Baby” spent his early years at Little Flower Mission School in St. Michael, Four Winds, Warwick and Job Corps in Minot. After finishing school, he made his home in Devils Lake. Alvin “Baby” had a strong work ethic, working a variety of different occupations. He worked at Spirit Lake Casino, Mr. and Mrs. J’s, Old Main, Trials West, D.T.I., Leever’s and numerous other places in the Lake Region. Alvin’s favorite past times included spending time with family and friends, kicking back and watching movies, spending time in the Native American Church, riding bike, going for walks, fishing, hunting, playing basketball and football, picking Juneberries and sage, playing horse shoes, cards and dice. Baby was very artistic and loved to make Native American Instruments, beadwork, making dressers, God’s Eyes, key chains and pens. He also enjoyed working on cars. Alvin had a very special bond with his two very beautiful children, Alvin Jr. and Talayah. He loved spending time with them and they had a very special relationship. Alvin “Baby” was a lifelong member of the Native American Church, serving as the local Fire Chief as well as a very good singer. Such beautiful songs he sang as well as a being a good drummer and he ran one meeting. Alvin “Baby” was a very special Dad, brother, son, uncle and friend. He was a very giving person, very helpful; if he could help in any way he would do his very best. If he had it, he would give it. He was so kind and caring, he loved people, his family and children, he loved making people laugh. He would lift family and friends spirits up with his songs and the things he would say. We will miss him very much, God only takes the best. We want to thank everyone that helped us out through this tragic time. God bless you all. His memory will be cherished in the hearts of his loving family: parents, Robert (Maryann) Brown Sr. and Sylvia (Eugene) Hale both of the Spirit Lake Nation; grandparents, John and Fran Warner of Wood Lake, ND; brothers, Elvis Demarce, Kevin Brown Sr. (Tonda Grady), Robert Brown Jr., Billy Brown Sr., Michael Demarce (Dyane Tssassaze), Alan Brown and adopted brother, Bernie Yazzie; sisters, Melody Brown (Freddie Smith Jr.), Carmen Hale, Michelle Hale and Jessica Hale; children, Alvin Brown Jr. and Talayah Brown; special friend, Karla Albright; godchild, Spirit Brown and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Veronica Thompson and Peter Demarrias; auntie, Elaine Demarce; uncle, Leonard Demarce; brother, Eric Daniels; other grandparents, Patrick Brown, Viola Brown, Elizabeth PoorBear, Emma, Martha, Patrick, Joseph, Robert and James PoorBear, Ambrose Thompson Sr. and Lena Denne.