Community Cares Randy Brown

CHAMPION, SON, BROTHER,GRANDSON FRIEND We were lucky to have him for a little while! I will lend you, for a little time, a child of mine, he said for you to love the while he lives and mourn for when he's dead. It may be six or seven years, Or twenty two or three But will you, till I call him back, Take care of him for me? He'll bring his charms to gladden you, and should his stay be brief, You'll have his lovely memories, As solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, Since all from earth return But there are lessons taught down there, I want this child to learn. I've looked the wide world over, In search for teachers true, And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you. Now will you give him all your love, Nor think the labor vain, Nor hate me when I come to call, To take him back again? I fancied that I heard them say, Dear Lord My will be done! For all the joys Thy child shall bring, The risk of grief we'll run. We'll shelter him with tenderness, We'll love him while we may, And for the happiness we've known, Forever grateful stay. But should the angels call for him, Much sooner than we've planned, We'll brave the bitter grief that comes, And try to understand. ~Edger Guest

Randy Brown Updates

• 02/04/2003 - LETTER FROM BOB BROWN
  I'm still a little messed up in the head so please bear with me.

  First I'd like to thank Janet and Charly for giving us this wonderful place to pass information and share our thoughts. I can't thank every one in the racing community enough for all the help and support you have given. From the food, the calls, the turn out at the thing and the donations to Randy's fund which offset a big part of the costs. I can't believe how far some of you traveled. ...
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• 12/28/2002 - FUNERAL SERVICES FOR RANDY BROWN

Funeral services for Randy Brown will be held Tuesday, December 31st, 2002, 1:00 PM at:

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• 12/25/2002 - BROWN REMAINS CRITICAL
  Dec. 25, 2002 -- We just returned from Arrowhead Hospital, 4:30 PM, Christmas Day. Randy Brown's condition is deteriorating due to blunt force impact to the right temple. Substantial brain damage is present. He remains on life support systems in very critical condition. ...
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• 12/24/2002 - RANDY BROWN INJURED IN SNOWBOARDING ACCIDENT
  Dec. 24, 2002 -- Randy Brown, 2002 Mechanix Wear Speed Truck Challenge Champion, suffered severe head injuries resulting from a snow-boarding accident this morning, Christmas Eve, at Mountain High Resort. Randy was air lifted to Arrowhead Hospital in Colton, California and is listed in critical condition and remains on life support. ...
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Prayers and Support For Randy Brown

• janet
  February 25, 2008 Ah, Randy, been a long time. I still remember that first day I saw you with that winning smile and your dad out there making fun of the Spec Trucks. Those were some good times. I often wonder if somehow you and Chris and Spencer and the rest might just have been in Cup today. Can't help it. You guys were good. Miss ya.
• Jackie Baker, Oxnard CA
  I too, offer my deepest condolences to the Brown family. I'd not had the pleasure of meeting Randy. My brother really admired him, having worked with the pit crew on several occasions. If my brother thinks he is great, he must have been!! I'm certain there are lots of wonderful memories. Peace be with you...
• Don, Jane, Scott, Allan, and Derek Engelauf
  To Bob, Wendy, and Barbara -- We were deeply saddened to learn of the news of Randy. We have many fond memories of our racing days at Pomona with Randy and all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
• Keith, Julie, Jennifer & Stephen Berta
  Randy lived his dream and achieved a level of success most cannot attain regardless of age. His family can be proud not only of his racing accomplishments but also how he lived his everyday life. Genuinely kind, always respectful and courteous, Randy continues to be a positive role model for our children. While we don't understand why our days are numbered as they are, Randy's life and death teach us not to take even one day for granted. Romans 8:28 tells us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose." We don't know how this can come about, especially in this situation, but yet we must cling to that truth and take comfort in it. Randy will remain forever in our hearts as a beloved son and brother.
• Ron Hayes,H&H Racing,Boise,ID
  Its terrible when the racing world loses someone,no matter what age.Just remember he is racing with the angels now.Our prayers go out to the Brown family.
• Amber
  Love You Randy
• Sally McHaley
  Bob, Wendy, Bobbi & the rest of our family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am thinking of you. With love form your cousin Sally in Idaho
• Casey (#88), Ali & Emily Kingslands Mother
  Dear Bob and Family, As a Mother of a son and two daughters, I can't even imagine the grief you are experiencing.Casey and Ali always spoke so highly of Randy.You will be in my prayers. Randy will be in all of our hearts forever.#88 Mom
• ROY HURST
  RANDY LIVED WELL AND TOUCHED US ALL. HE IS TO BE ADMIRED, LOVED AND FOREVER MISSED. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELVES AND REMEMBER CARRY ON EACH DAY AS RANDY WOULD.
• Linda Smith
  Bob, Wendy and family, I am grieving with you as I did when Connie left to soon. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Linda Smith Corona, AZ
• Bill and Karen Stefanski
  Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Brown Family.
• The Santiago Family
  Cathy, we were very saddened to hear about your nephew. We want you and your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
• The Lauxen and Melrose Familly
  We want the Garcia Family, Brown Family and Julie to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers constantly. We can't start to understand what your family is going through, though it does help us to realize how valuable each day with our children, family and friends truly is. We will continue to ask the Lord to help to heal you in the days to come. We love you Cathy and because of that we love your whole family too.
• Carolyn Watkins
  Randy was truly a great friend. He always seemed to say the right thing at the right time to make everyone laugh. He always had a smile on his face, and all of us friends from middle school and high school made some of the greatest memories with Randy that will last a life time. He will truly be missed, my thoughts and prayers go out to Randy and his family, as well as all of the people that he touched and inspired. He was a true hero and champion and will live on forever in all of our hearts, we love you Randy. Love Always, Carolyn Watkins
• Rudy A Dias
  I didn't meet you but once, but I walked away impressed. Poise, maturity, class, I could go on but sufice it to say from one meeting I am still impressed. As a young adult you are the standard by which all others are judged. I thank you for shaking my hand.
• The Wunderlich family
  To the Brown family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Randy. Its hard to wonder why God takes somebody so close to our hearts at a early age. Some day we will all figure out that question. God bless your family Bob.
• "The Big Cheese" (Bud) and Shirley Gilbert
  Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob, Bobbie and Wendy during this tragic time. We remember Randy fondly from a small boy, and his joy of racing in its many forms. We grieve with you, and hold you close in our hearts, God bless.........with our love, "The Big Cheese" (Bud) and Shirley Gilbert
• Lori and Cade
  Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Brown family. Randy was a great driver but even more importantly a nice person. He always had time for the kids and never seemed to mind their endless questions. He was a champion on the track as well as in life. Watch over us from Heaven Randy, you will be greatly missed.
• Donna & David Jones, Arkansas
  Your in our prayers at this very difficult time.
• Brian Guthmiller
  i just lost my mom, at i still dont know what to do....I can only wish you the grace of god to help you in this time of need....My mom was only 42 when she died....and Randy was even younger....god must be tried of all the old folks in heaven....Feeling you pain and I'm sorry Brian
• Davina Simons
  To Randy , Bob Brown and Family and the 99 Team My Thoughts and prayers are with you I Will Miss You Randy Brown. You Will Forever Be In My Memories
• Jeff Davis
  We all miss you Randy. You touched a lot of lives while you were with us. You and your dad set an example together that many of us will continue to strive for in our personal relationships. You were a true Champion - on the track and off. We are deeply saddened that you are gone so soon. I am sure you are up there running laps with the angels, scuffing in some qualifiers. Probably already trying to find a set-up to break their track record. We know you will. Our prayers are with you Bob, Wendy, Barbara and other family and close friends. May God comfort you.
• Lamar Motorsports/CBA Motorsports
  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Randy's family and team.
• Jerry, Beth, Nic, Darik, Madison and Chad Faas
  Bob, Bobby and Wendy When I heard the news, I couldn't believe it, I'm speechless. Randy was truly a talented driver. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
• The Steelman Family
  We send out our deepest smpathies to entire Brown family, we are truly very sorry for your loss. We've raced with the Brown family for many years from quarter midgets up to speed trucks. We have gotten to know them very well and always enjoyed their company. We know no words can ease the pain, but we are again so very sorry for your loss and the pain you are undoubtedly going through. Randy will always be a champion and will be greatly missed.
• Ashli Owen a friend from school
  Where do I begin? I never really made it to any of his races, but I was always happy when he came back to school and said, "I won!" like it was no big thing. Randy was a great friend to me, we knew each other for 9 or 10 years now. We went to school together and had a few classes and every class we had together was like a new experience everyday. We were always in trouble. ALWAYS!!! all my projects say, "BIG RAN 99" on them. I will never forget Randy and all or times spent together. I have nothing but awesome memories with him. I Love Randy so much and will miss him way more. He is always on my mind but definitely more now. My love is with him and his family. Randy,Wendy, Bob,and Barbara you will all be in my prayers. I wish you all the best. Take care,
• Dave, Connie and Andrew Lewis
  Our deepest heart felt sympathy go to Bob, Wendy and Barbara. No one can understand or feel your pain and sorrow at this time. This does not diminish the pain that we also feel. Our racing family has lost one of our most precious children. Our son Andrew (#04) is taking this extremely hard. He has cried for the loss of his mentor, his hero, his champion, his role model, his brother. Randy had a smile that melted our hearts. He had a relationship with Bob that most father's envy. His sense of humor was always abounding. He was always positive and never had a bad word to say about anyone. He will forever be in our hearts and memories until we are together again. Randy was loved by all! "He fought the good fight, and he finished the race....." (2TI 4:7) May God bless you and surround you in His never ending love, giving you peace and comfort. In Jesus name, Amen.
• Shamrock Motorsports
  REMEMBERED JOY Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free! I follow the plan God laid for me. I saw His face, I heard His call, I took His hand and left it all... I could not stay another day, To love, to laugh, to work or play; Tasks left undone must stay that way. And if my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss... Ah yes, these things I, too, shall miss. My life's been full, I've savored much: Good times, good friends, a loved-one's touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief- Don't shorten yours with undue grief. Be not burdened with tears of sorrow, Enjoy the sunshine of the morrow. Our deepest sympathy go out to the family --
• Crew Chief #4 Speed Truck Buddy, Cyndie, & Amy Johnson
  Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Brown family. Randy was a wonderful guy and very talented driver. He will be missed very much, but thought of everyday. God Bless you Bob and your family through this very difficult time.
• Gary Bryant , Tony & Sharon Barta, Bruce Hotchkiss
  Our deepest sympathy to Bob, Wendy & family. We will all miss Randy very much. He was a class act, a true champion and a great kid. Bob, you have very much to be proud of. I hope and pray that God will bless you with the strength to deal with this tragic accident. I will miss him.
• France Racing, SLM #16, Altamont Raceway Park
  Our thoughts and prayers are with the Brown family.
• Leilani Munter
  My deepest sympathies to the Brown family. I had the pleasure of meeting Randy at the track a few times and never forgot his kindness and sincerity. Randy Brown is now, and will forever remain, a champion. In every sense of the word.
• www.quartermidgets.com
  Bob, Wendy and Grama -- The entire QuarterMidget Community will never forget Randy. He was a top notch racer and a great young man. He was super to the little kids and other racers and he always had that wonderful smile. Who could ever forget that last race in Las Vegas. Graduation was always hard and we hate to see them finish their careers. But Randy Brown gave the QM Alumni another Championship for 2002! Our heartfelt prayers go out to you on your tremendous loss.
• J.R.Ybarra
  The Hatch family truly explains just how painful a loss this is to the local racing community. I truly am saddened by the great loss of not only a great and promising young driver but also by a great young man who any parent would have loved to call their son. I have such fond memories of working with Randy over the past season and will truly cherish the moments of remembering his great smile and fun personality along with his great accomplishments on the track. God Bless the Brown's through this very difficult time, may God bring his grace to you in a special way.
• Lee, Stephanie, Kendahl, Jennifer & Thomas Hatch
  There are no words to express the sorrow we are all feeling at this time. Randy and Bob's relationship is everything all parents hope hope they have with there children. Our deepest sympathy to the Brown Family. We would like to share the words our 8 year old daughter wrote when she heard of Randy's passing. I will type them as she wrote them. Dear Lord, We want to send you our prayers for My friend Randy Brown. We love him. I was his number 1 fan. I cried for him and my Mom and Dad cried too. He was always nice to me. I wish he never had died. He tells me jokes. He won races. He is very nice and young. How come he had to die? Please write back to me. I miss him and Love him. Love, Kendahl This truly expresses our love and friendship with Randy, Bob and the entire #99 team. Please stay strong as the Lord is with you as he is with your entire family.
• Brandon Arciero, Family and Race team
  Randy will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy go out to the family.
• With deepest Sympathy, Gary and Elise
  Bob, Wendy and Barbara, We are so sorry. Words can not express our heartfelt feelings of loss at this time. May you be blessed by the light of God and may He comfort you at this tragic time. Our prayers are with you all. Thank you to all the Speed Truck teams who have written in with such caring and loving messages. Randy, you will be deeply missed by many who have been blessed by the opportunity to love you. May you shine now as an angel from above. You will always be our CHAMPION!
• Robert Kroeker
  Bob and Randy are in our hearts and our prayers. they define the word class. I have meet very few people who I have as much respect for as I do them. As everyone else we wish that there was something we could do but sit and wait. So from the whole #58 speedtruck team and myself we have you all in our prayers.
• The Dase Family
  Hello there! My name is Devann Dase and I am Lee Hatch's neice. He told us all the bad news and we are very sorry. He was so young and had alot of potential. He knew his racing and knew it well. My whole family sends their regards. We hope the family is doing ok. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family and friends of Randy.
• Gary Cosgrove and Elise Girard
  To the Brown Family, We are so sincerely sorry for your tragic loss. Randy was the BEST of the best - kind, gentle, polite and a real racer deep within. (A true chip off the old block) May Jesus take him in his arms and keep him safe in Heaven. May the Lord shine now and keep Bob, Wendy and Barbara strong during this tough time. Randy was an angel while on this Earth and now will be an angel from above. God Bless all who were fortunate enough to get to know this wonderful individual and we'll all miss him dearly. In the name of Jesus, Amen.
• Love Paul and Jo Ann Pfaff
  Barbara, Bob, & Wendy, Our hearts and love go out to you, we watched him grow up at the boat races, and met and talked to him at the truck races, he was a very nice kid and a great driver. If there is anything we can do just ask.
• Loreli Miller and Family, Las Vegas
  The Brown Family, Our thoughts and prayers goes out to your family through this rough time. Randy is a great guy and was always nice and respectful when signing in to get his wrist band at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. We are really sorry for your loss. I hope you know you're family are in our prayers tonight.
• Paul and Noella Gautreau, Tolland, Connecticut
  We had the pleasure of knowing Randy and Bob through our son, Rich Gautreau, and enjoyed watching him race that 99 truck so well. Although we are back in Connecticut now, we have been in contact with Rich many times over the last few days, who is totally devastated over this tragedy. Our hearts are also broken over the loss of this fine young man. We will pray for his family and friends who are hurting so much at this sad time. We hope that the Brown family can take some comfort in knowing that Randy touched many people’s lives in such a strong, positive way. Our special thoughts and prayers are with Bob, who has not only lost his son, but his best friend. It was magical seeing those two together at the shop (RG Motorsports), working towards their dream of Randy being a champion. The racing world has lost a great one. So have his family and friends. We are so sorry.
• Casey-Roger-Ali and all #88 Team
  Our thoughts and prayers are with the Brown family at this most very difficult time. May time. May God have a very Special place for this champion. We will never forget this young racer and friend.
• Love, Lisa Ann McCarthy
  I'm very sorry to here about your loss. Randy was very polite & nice to everyone! He was excellant at racing, & won the champion ship!!! I know what it feels like to lose someone that means the world to you, but it will get better! You just have to think of the good times now. He will always be in our heart!!! One day we will all be with him again! Our prayers are with you & your family!
• Dana Bonar...Las Vegas, Nevada.
  I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Brown family. I was lucky enough to meet Randy after he won a race at the Vegas Speedway. My brother worked with Randy and his crew and introduced us to Randy. He seemed like a very deticated warm individual. I was amazed how humble he was. He spent the majority of that time after the race.. signing autographs,,, and letting little kids sit in his truck. My son got to sit in the truck....and that really made his day. God has a greater plan for him. Maybe racing in heaven?? Again..deepest sympathy for the Brown Family.
• Love Kenny & Marylou Smith #43 and Scott & Kimberly Porter # 66 Speedtruck
  To The Brown Family-- We are so sorry! Randy was a very cool guy! Very fast on the race track and crazy in the pits. We had a very good time with him and the family. Randy was doing what he'd like to do. And God had other plans for him. We are so sorry that it happened to him so young but now he is God's Champion and he is holding his crown up high! You are all in our hearts!
• Love, Tom, Maria and Lisa McCarthy
  Bob Brown & Family, We can’t express how sorry we are to hear of your lose. Randy was a very special person and to us became part of our family. We were not racing fans until we were introduced to your son through Steve and Roseann. We thought the world of him and loved to see him race. Even after winning a race or the championship, he took the time to make individual fans like our daughter feel special. She loved to make a poster for each race and wave it as he crossed the finish line. He was one in a million and it doesn’t seem fair that one so young should be taken away from us. All our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will never forget him and how talented and loving he was!!!
• With love, Craig, Diana, Mitch, Austin & Troy Bres
  Our deepest, most sincere sympathy goes to Bob, Wendy and Barbara Brown in this time of tragic loss. Randy was such a wonderful person and will be missed and remembered by all of us. Our hearts break, our tears fall and our love and support are here for the Brown family.
• Don Tatman
  Our thoughts and prayers are with the Brown family during this very difficult time. As we have learned all too often, the racing community comes together like no other, during times of tragedy. I pray God will comfort all who are hurting with the news of Randy's death.
• Tom Merritt #29
  May the Lord take care for this young man in all His glory. May He look down on his Father and family and comfort them in their time of need. At times like this we are all family and shall draw together to support one another. Bob, you have been a tremendous support for me during the last year and a half and now I shall return that favor. May Gods Grace be upon you forever. This young man is our Champion. With prayers and sincere grief.
• Sammie Harmon
  Randy all of your friends and fans of Las Vegas are praying for you and your family. We watched you win all your races here, with such grace and gratitude, we know you are fighting to come back to your family and friends right now and being the winner you are, you will succeed. We are praying for you and your family for the strength to get thru this. We love you Randy and pray for a speedy recovery.
• Mark Stock & Mark Arenal
  Our prayers go out to Randy and Bob and the rest of his family at this difficult time. We will continue to pray and hope for a miracle!
• Performance Motorsports
  Our prayers go out to the Brown Family. May the Lord heal this young man and bring him him back to his family.
• Ray, Janet, and Scott Dodd
  Bob, Randy and family our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of need. Randy has always been a positive influence on the people around him and we pray for his full recovery as soon as possible, our best wishes are with you.
• Robert and Lelani and the whole #58 speedtruck tea
  Our thoughts and prayers go to Bob, Randy and the whole Brown family thru this tough time.
• Darren Purcell and Family
  Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to Randy and the Brown Family and friends.
• Randy, Sherry and Katy Underwood
  To the Champ! The news hit us hard and we were very shocked! You’re a wonderful Kid and our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Get well soon.
• Robert & Scott Franchimone#31 team
  To the entire Brown family and the 99 team, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
• Cheree. Ash Racing
  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Randy and the Brown Family. We pray God watches over you and keeps you strong. God Bless.
• Vern & Jeff Williams
  I don't know Randy but prayers from Vern and Jeff Williams of the #28 West Coast Pro Truck will be for Randy and his family. We will pray for his recovery.
• Donie. Norris Racing / Clean Line Motorsports
  Our prayers go out to the Brown Family in this day of need, We will all pray for your Son Randy and your family.
• Love, Dave, Connie and Andrew Lewis
  Randy and Bob, We are stunned to hear this news.....words can not express our emotions at a time like this. We want you to know that you are in "all" our prayers. We ask our dear Lord to bring you a quick and total recovery. We believe in miracles......... Randy, you are a strong competitor and you can find your way back to us! Bob, special prayers for you......be strong and tell Randy we love him! May God place a special blessing on the Brown family this Christmas season!
• Scott & Jubie Rueschenberg DMM Motor sports!
  Randy & Bob We are Praying for your full recovery, The news hit are whole family very hard this holiday season! Randy you are without a doubt the salt of the earth. We always said if our son was to race, we would want him to be just like you! Please fight hard and recover strong because you put the “S” in speedtruck. We will be praying for you every step of the way!
• Ron and Fiory Nava
  We wish Gods Speed in your recovery.
• Henry Miles and Family.
  The Miles Family wishes Randy and your Family all the best. Randy be strong you will get better! Our prayers are with You. And we know you will be back soon to win another championship. Best of luck
• Rick
  I was devastated to hear the news about Randy's accident as I am sure everyone else was. Randy is the nicest kid anyone could ever know and the relationship between Bob and Randy makes most parents envious. Randy deserves to be CHAMPION--- he doesn't deserve this. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Brown family, the #99 race team, Jay Rutherford and all of the Speed Truck race teams. This is a difficult time for all of us.
• God Speed, Bobby Dezarov -- Spotter LM 3 and SS 30
  Randy, its sad to hear this news happening to any racer or anyone ever. Praying for your recovery and return to the track.
• Sincerely, Ron & Wendy Zajicek
  Dear Randy, Although we've never met, we are praying for you to recover fully in comfort.
• The Stockman family
  Our thoughts and prayers are with Randy and the whole Brown family.

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