Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr., 80, of Dunkirk, Maryland, passed away on June 13, 2025, at Hospice of Charles County in Waldorf. Born on November 30, 1944, in Washington, D.C., Andrew was the eldest son of Mildred Iona (Ingram) and Andrew Jackson Brown, Sr.
Jack grew up in Bradbury Heights and graduated from Suitland High School, class of 1962. He earned a master’s degree and had a lifelong career as a teacher and guidance counselor. He was also a coach for over 40 years for various schools and organizations in Southern Maryland, including boys’ basketball and soccer at Queen Anne School; boys’ & girls’ basketball, softball, baseball, and football at Northern High School; girls’ basketball, softball, and girls’ and boys’ soccer at Calvert High School; girls’ basketball at Calverton School; soccer and softball at Northern Middle School; baseball at Calvert Middle School; girls’ basketball and softball at Plum Point; girls’ basketball and softball at Calvert County Parks & Recreation; football at District Heights Boys’ club, and for the Special Olympics. He served as a guidance counselor at Calvert High School and at CCPS Career and Technology School.
He was a member of The Optimist Club of Calvert since 1996, and eventually came to serve as club president. He operated the Christmas Tree lot in Prince Frederick, MD, where he was a treasured part of holidays for many local families through generations. He devoted much of his free time to volunteering, especially for the benefit of the local youth and animals, and also enjoyed gardening, camping, playing baseball, hunting for and fixing up antiques, and traveling with his family.
Jack is survived by his beloved wife Barbara J. Brown; his children Lauren Weems and her husband Dale, Andrew Brown III and his wife Kitti, Rebecca Petricoin and her husband Chip, Pam Frizzell and her husband Don, Tracey Williams and her husband Shayne, and grandchildren Caitlin, Kayla, Frank, Jack IV, Camryn, Josh, Claire, Sophia; great-grandchildren Andrew V, Penelope, and James; and sister Ann-Marie Brown Thompson and her husband David.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew J. Sr., and Mildred Brown; brother Albert “Bucky” Brown, and brother Robin Brown.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Jack’s memory to the Optimist Club of Calvert, Jack Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund for Community Involvement http://www.optimistclubofcalvert.org/site/contactus/,
the Humane Society of Calvert County, https://humanesocietyofcalvertcounty.org/
or to Hospice of the Chesapeake https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/
Bonnie Dixon
June 28 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
Jack was a very special person. My condolences to Barbara and family. We shared lots of laughs and stories of education, politics and WV around the campfire at Ole Mink Farm Recreational Resort. He and Barbara were our camp neighbors and friends. Our lunches and dinners together when we were not in the mountains were joyful and entertaining. I know he and Larry are cooking together and sharing stories in heaven. I’m sure Larry was there to welcome him! You will be missed. Love to Barbara!
Darryl and Marsha Gray
June 27 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
We were both sad to hear about Jack’s death! What a guy he was and his energy and willingness to give of himself to others was truly amazing. Darryl actually played ball with Jack at Bradbury Heights (PG County) when they were kids. We all went to go ole Suitland High School. I enjoyed working with him over the years and he always had that smile and he always had an ear and heart to help his students and co-workers. Prayers for the Brown family and I hope the memories of Jack will be a source of comfort in the days ahead!
Dr David J Bowering
June 25 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
Jack and I were teachers at Queen Anne School in the late sixties. He was well loved by his students and we had many adventures some of which we can talk about. I didn’t know Jack well but he seemed to be fine man, devoted to his calling. My sympathies to your family. RIP Jack. I’ll see you soon, but not too soon, I hope.
David
Patricia morgan
June 20 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
Jack was a wonderfulan
Met him at pitch party I was his partner and playing cards. Many times He willbe missed by so many.Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family
Nonnie Keenan Burroughs
June 19 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
Jack was a wonderful person, pitch player and friend. We met at a pitch party a good 15 years ago and just clicked as friends . My daughter Katrina and niece Wendy also enjoyed his company. Turns out he knew my step- daughter Katie Burroughs through Calvert High School , and she sold Christmas trees with him. She thought the world of him too !
My condolences to Jack’s family , oh how he loved you all . My condolences to Jack’s friend George .
Jack was one of a kind 🙏
Lynn Gauthier
June 19 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
I am so sorry and saddened to hear about Jack. I was at Calvert High when he was there, and I know he made a positive impact on all the students he helped. He was always kind and gentle, and he will be missed very much. My sincere condolences to Barbara and the family.
Jimmy Gott
June 19 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
Mrs. Brown, Lauren, Tracey (Shayne), Pam, and the Brown family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Mr. Brown was truly one of God’s special people and will be truly missed. I will always remember his amazing smile and the time I shared with him coaching me for Northern’s football team. We lost one wonderful man, but God gained an amazing Angel. May he RIP now 🙏
Daisy Hardenstine
June 18 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
I knew Jack Brown through the Optimist Club. What a beautiful person! Jack always brought out the best in everyone! We did the Optimist Oratorical Contest together for many years, and he was apart of helping many middle school students develop their public speaking skills. Jack was a great public speaker and role model for those kids. He always knew… “what to say”.
Also, at Christmas time, you could always find Jack selling Christmas trees for the Optimist Club in front of Safeway. Always helping families find that perfect Christmas tree. For years, he was involved with the young people who helped trim the trees and sell them during the month of December. Lot of great memories and fun times were created by Jack’s on those cold evenings.
I am so very grateful, I got to know Jack. You will be greatly missed. To Barbara and family, my condolences. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mellen Fallica McGown
June 18 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
I am so sad to hear that Jack passed away! He just went on a day tripper‘s trip to Longwood Gardens with us! What a wonderful, gentle giant he was! My prayers are with his family.
Mercine Marshall
June 18 – Obituary: Andrew Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr.
I’m saddened to learn of Jack’s passing. My memories of him go way back. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace.
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