Wayne Brown

Wayne Brown passed away Sept 13, 2025, at Poudre Valley Hospital after a sudden illness. He was born in Denver on July 4, 1949 - the start of 76 years of backyard barbecues and fireworks displays across the nation solely in his behalf.

Wayne graduated from Englewood High School and then Colorado State University where he met his eventual wife, Judi Farnell, a match made almost in heaven for the next 54 years. After trying his skills in construction, he found his passion in telecommunications, including 21 years working for USWest/Qwest and 13 years with the City of Fort Collins as a network engineer. Even after retirement, he loved the challenges of maintaining phone systems for several friends' businesses.

His positive, easy-going and enthusiastic spirit did not wane in retirement. Wayne enjoyed walking his dog TJ, biking, spending time at his cabin, gardening, reading, watching soccer and basketball. A fairly new hobby was woodworking, turning out coat trees and little boxes that he gifted to friends. And friends he did have - thanks to having the biggest heart and a very sociable nature. He also enjoyed, the last two years, joining a crew of like-minded souls building wheelchair ramps with Volunteers of America.

Wayne is survived by his wife Judi, sister Nancy Graf in Aurora, brother Frank in Cañon City, brother Allan in Wisconsin, numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. A celebration of his life may be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to Volunteers of America, 405 Canyon Ave., Fort Collins 80521.