Thomas Daniel Brown, 81, of Wallingford, entered eternal rest on December 11, 2024. Born on April 17, 1943, in New Haven, Thomas was the beloved son of the late Francis Whitney Brown and Lillian Birchett Brown.

Thomas served his country with pride and dedication in the U.S. Air Force, beginning in 1961 and receiving an honorable discharge in 1965. Following his military service, he worked as an engineer for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft until his retirement.

Thomas was a longtime member of the Knights of Ebony and the Homeboys Club of New Haven. He also held membership in Phi Delta Mi, the first fraternity in New Haven established for African American students—an organization that reflected his trailblazing spirit and commitment to empowering others.

He leaves behind cherished memories with his sisters Lillian O. Cowan, Sally J. Brown, and Diane X. Brown, along with a host of loving nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Frank A. Brown, and his sister, Carol A. Brown McLaughlin.

A committal service, including full military honors, will take place at the State Veterans' Cemetery, 317 Bow Lane, Middletown, CT, on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.