David T. Brown, 65, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021, after a courageous battle with COVID-19 at LGH, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Harry D. Brown Jr. and Elizabeth F. (Dorwart) Brown. He was the loving husband of Debra (Hilt) Brown with whom he shared over 44 years of marriage.

He was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School and later went onto attend Harrisburg Area Community College and Penn State University. David enjoyed a 26-year career with the Lancaster City Police Department, serving as a patrolman, Officer Friendly within the city schools and finished his career as a detective in the Juvenile Division. After retiring from Lancaster City, Dave served as an instructor of Law Enforcement and Forensics at Dauphin County Technical School for 18 years. Throughout both of Dave’s careers, he was well loved by the kids and made a huge impact on their lives.

He was the most selfless, caring, and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother who was the rock that held the family together. He enjoyed playing golf, spending time at the beach with his family, watching his grandchildren at their sporting events, and treasured the simple times with family and friends. He was such a funny, good guy, providing daily laughter for his wife…..funniest guy she knew!

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Jason D. Brown, husband of Gretchen of Lancaster, two daughters, Melanie B. Drennen of Millersville, Lindsey A. Salsbury, wife of Lee of Lancaster; 6 grandchildren, Dylan, Natalie, Molly, Morgan, Nathan and Will; three sisters, Barbara Bishop, wife of Gary of Lancaster, Janice Sangrey, wife of Barry of Lititz, Diane Little, wife of Michael of AR and loving brother-in-law, Bob Hilt of Ephrata and a host of loving nieces and nephews.