In Fall River, February 21, 2014 David Allen Brown, Age 70, passed away at home unexpectedly following a brief illness. David was born in Taunton, the son of the late Edward M. Brown & Rauha (Seppala) Brown. He has resided in Fall River since 1985 and was formerly of Taunton. David attended Taunton schools and a graduate of Monsignor Coyle High School and also attended Bentley College. He was employed until his retirement as a journeyman cable splicer for the former N.E. Telephone and Bell Atlantic. David was a member of IBW #2322, a lifetime member of the Pioneers and he enjoyed golfing, reading, yard work, the beach and was an avid sports fan. He is survived by his loving partner Judy Collito of Attleboro. David also leaves his siblings Edward Brown of Boston and Barbara Wade and her husband Joseph of North Dighton. His also leaves his nephews Brian, Mark and his wife Carrie and Scott Wade. Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, Ma 02780 on Friday, Feb. 28th at 10 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Jude the Apostle Church at 11 am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Thursday. from 5-7 pm. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Taunton. Donations in David’s memory may be made to the Charity of One’s Choice.