Rodney Kyle Brown, 68, of Arnold, Maryland, passed away on May 14, 2026, at his home. He was born on December 2, 1957, in Washington, D.C., to Alvin and Elizabeth Brown. Rodney grew up in Rockville and attended Wheaton High School. He spent many years residing in Montgomery County, before moving to Arnold and making that his home. He owned and operated his general contracting company Heron Creek Homes and took great care and pride in serving his customers. At home he loved tending to his yard and garden, birdwatching, swimming in his pool, listening to music, and spending time with his family and dog.

Rodney is survived by his children, Kristin, Melissa, Ryan, and Emily Brown; his granddaughter, Francesca Brown; the mother of his three younger children, Michelle Swann; his sisters, Brenda Seal, and Cherie Reynolds; his beloved canine companion Josephine; several nieces, nephews, and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Elizabeth Brown, and his brother, Aaron Brown.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 21, from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M., with a memorial service to follow, at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 8325 Mt. Harmony Ln, Owings, MD 20736.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in Rodney’s memory to Hospice of the Chesapeake, or the University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center.