Robert Maurice Browning

Robert Maurice Browning, age 86, of Cicero, Indiana, passed away July 22, 2016 at his home. He was born July 7, 1930 at Seymour, Indiana to Maurice Godfrey and Ruth (Blumer) Browning. He was a graduate of Seymour High School with the Class of 1947 and attended Purdue University for two years. He then served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Robert had worked for W.R. Dunkin & Son at Anderson for many years in the construction industry, retiring as a construction superintendent. He was a designer and builder that included not only large buildings, but also furniture and a large sail boat. He and his family enjoyed sailing at various locations, but especially on Chesapeake Bay. He also enjoyed reading, especially his Bible and Christian literature. He loved helping others and was remembered for his kindness and his service to those in need. He was a member of Life Church at Noblesville, IN. He married Carolyn Louise (Carson) Browning on April 6, 1952. She preceded him in death April 4, 2004. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter: Susan O'Keefe, brother: Richard Browning and great-granddaughter: Adalynn Grose. Surviving him are two sons: Curtis Browning and Christopher Browning both of Arcadia, IN, daughter: Ann Browning of Cicero, IN, brother: John Browning of Frankton, IN, and sister: Martha Rager of Columbus, IN. Also six grandchildren: Kathryn Grose, Stephany Mojica, and Jonathan, Cristina, Christopher, Jr., and Michael Browning, plus one great-grandchild: Emma Browning. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at Life Church, 2200 Sheridan Road, Noblesville, IN, 46062 with Pastor Michael Santistevan officiating. Burial will follow at Cicero Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday at Hartley Funeral Homes Cicero Chapel, 209 West Jackson Street, Cicero, IN 46034. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Visitation
July 27, 2016
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Hartley Funeral Home Cicero Chapel 209 W. Jackson St
Cicero, IN
(317) 984-3614 Funeral Service
July 28, 2016
10:00 AM
Life Church 2200 Sheridan Road
Noblesville, IN