Crozier Brown – June 17, 2021

On Thursday, June 17, 2021, J. Crozier Brown, loving husband, father and grandfather, was called home by the Lord at the age of 78.

Crozier was born on July 14, 1942 in Waco, TX to Benjamin F. Brown III and Mary Hunt Brown. He grew up and graduated high school in Waco, TX before moving to Austin, TX to further his education. While attending the University of Texas at Austin, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the College of Engineering now known as the Cockrell School of Engineering. Upon completing his graduate degree, Crozier served as a leader and early adopter in the use of information technology to find civil and petroleum engineering solutions.

When Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and satellite imagery were new technologies, he was an early adapter who learned how to apply these tools to the engineering discipline, demonstrating their value and guiding users. He also co-authored the computer software used to design the drainage system for the 18,000-acre Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. For his contributions in the field of engineering, Crozier was inducted into the University of Texas Civil, Architectural and Environmental Academy of Distinguished Alumni in September 2016.

After his successful career as an engineer, Crozier, a man of strong faith and a friend to anyone who met him continued serving the community as an active participant in many civic and philanthropic endeavors. He served on the board of the Twelfth Step Ministry dedicated to the support of individuals in North Texas, and he also served as a member of the Shelton School Board in Dallas, TX, always working to help individuals empower themselves and reach their full personal and academic potential.

The patriarch of the family, Crozier was a great family man and friend to all who knew him. Along with his sweet temperament and big heart, Crozier enjoyed the company of others and loved spending time partaking in hobbies such as hunting, golfing, going out for nice dinners and watching and rooting for his beloved UT Longhorns.

Crozier is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Rita Taylor Brown of Dallas, Texas, daughters April (Robbie) Munoz of San Antonio, and Sherri (Trey) Henry of Celina, and son Larry Southworth of McKinney, five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren and his sister in law.

He was preceded in death by his father Benjamin F. Brown III, his mother, Mary Hunt Brown, aunt, Louise Hunt, uncle, James Hunt and brother, Benjamin Franklin Brown IV.

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13 comments on “Crozier Brown – June 17, 2021

  1. Robert Wilson: So sorry to hear that Crozier lost the battle to covid-19. But he had already won the victory over life. Crosier and I shared and we both know that He is already in heaven because he had received Jesus as his Saviour. He has claimed the promise of eternal life with Jesus.
    I pray God’s riches blessings and comfort for the family.

  2. Larry Thomas: He had a strong faith. We were in Boy Scouts together at Highland Baptist Church. His Father was a leader and great mentor. I was blessed to have lunch with him before the pandemic.

  3. Rod Sommer: It was so good to see him during our last two reunions, and to spend time with him. He was a very caring and humble guy. Attending Ron’s funeral in 2019 was a blessing for our family. Roger and I both appreciated him being there.

  4. Clara Sue Griffis Arnsdorf: He was a fighter—and that was his longest battle. What a terrible scourge we have endured—I admire him for his battle and send love to the family.

  5. Bev Murphy Wells: What sad news about Crozier! I know he fought courageously. My sincere condolences for his family.

  6. Betty Luedeker Gatlin: Now we have lost 2 of our fighters. God bless both Phyllis and Crozier’s families. At least are not in pain now.

  7. Tim Lasseter Latta: So sad about Crozier. Sweet man who had to endure so much awfulness and then to pass away anyway.

  8. Joe Riley: Thank you for sending us the sad news of Crozier Brown’s demise due to Covid-19 and its complications.
    You have said it beautifully, summarizing for me and I’m sure for all of us how we feel:
    “Bless his sweet heart….he was a fighter. I do not know how he made it through some of the terrible issues he endured before his demise. He must have had a tremendous will to live!”

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